Dracula's Feast: New Blood

Blue Beard Entertainment, Origames · Board game · 2020
4–8 · best 6, 7 10–15 min Weight 1.3/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you love mixing deduction with monster parties, this game will catch you by surprise! Each round feels like a race to see who has the best intuition.

Highlights
  • Fast and fun
  • High social interaction
  • Easy-to-learn rules
  • Quality components
Keep in mind
  • Limited player count
  • Repetition may fatigue
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Dracula’s Feast: New Blood is a fast deduction game that brings together four to eight players around a dinner table, but it’s more than just a potluck. While Dracula invites the local community to a meal, a horde of strange creatures bursts into the party, craving an extra dish. The goal is to figure out who’s on your table—humans, vampires, or other monsters—before the night turns into a blood banquet.

The core mechanic revolves around honest questioning and “dance” revelations. You can ask another player if they have a specific role; they must answer with a TRUE or FALSE card. If they agree to dance, you swap cards and can see what the other has. If they refuse, you must ask another question. The most exciting part is the accusation: you place an accusation board in front of everyone, and if you’re right, all respond TRUE; if you’re wrong, they get FALSE. If you can get everyone to say TRUE, you win.

The game is short—10 to 15 minutes—and works well at parties or friend gatherings. The rules are simple, but tension quickly builds as players try to deduce identities and form temporary alliances. The components are solid: well‑illustrated cards, paper tokens, and a board that looks like a sinister dinner invitation.

The main drawback is player count: 4 to 8. If you want to play with larger groups, you’ll need to split into teams, which changes the dynamic. Also, repetition can become tiring if you play many rounds in a row, as the core question‑and‑answer loop can feel predictable. However, if you enjoy deduction games with a touch of horror and humor, Dracula’s Feast: New Blood offers a quick, social, and suspenseful experience.

In short, it blends party fun with the thrill of uncovering secrets—perfect for those who love a light mental challenge and a good dose of supernatural mystery.

Best player count

BGG community vote

4–8 players
4 OK
5 REC
6 BEST
7 BEST
8 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

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Books: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Books: Dracula Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS)
Publisher Blue Beard Entertainment, Origames
Designer Peter C. Hayward, Tom Lang
Artist Michael Dashow

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can play?
4 to 8 players. For larger groups, split into teams, but this changes the dynamic.
What is the game duration?
Between 10 and 15 minutes, ideal for quick parties or short gaming sessions.
How complex are the rules?
Very simple—players just ask questions, dance, or accuse. Great for beginners and social groups.
What components are included?
Cards with TRUE/FALSE answers, paper tokens, and a sinister dinner invitation board.
Who is this game for?
For those who enjoy quick deduction, social interaction, and a touch of horror. Perfect for parties and friend gatherings.
How does the accusation work?
You place an accusation board in front of everyone. If you’re right, all respond TRUE; if you’re wrong, they get FALSE. If you get everyone TRUE, you win.
Are there any game variations?
No official variations, but you can create homemade team or time‑limit rules to mix things up.

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