Dracula
2 players • 30 min • ages 12+
- Players
- 2 players
- Playing time
- 30 min
- Age
- 12+
How it plays
Dracula plays 2 players, takes about 30 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 12 and up.
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Where it came from
Dracula is a board game originally published in 1979 by SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.) as part of their 'Ares' magazine sub-line. Designed by David James Ritchie, the game was conceived during a period when the company was expanding its catalog beyond historical wargames to include gothic horror and fantasy themes. It focuses on the asymmetrical hunt for the legendary vampire across the map of Victorian England, requiring players to balance resource management with the pursuit of the hidden antagonist.
The game is noted for its period-appropriate aesthetic, utilizing art styles evocative of late 19th-century gothic literature and pulp illustrations. While it did not reach the commercial ubiquity of mainstream mass-market games of the era, it received positive recognition within the hobbyist community for its thematic integration and tension-building mechanics. Its design remains a notable example of how tabletop systems from the late 1970s attempted to translate classic literary horror into a structured, competitive format.
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About Dracula
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How do you play Dracula?
Dracula is a board game for 2 players, running about 30 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Dracula for?
Dracula is built for 2 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Dracula take to play?
A game of Dracula is listed at about 30 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Dracula for?
Dracula lists a minimum age of 12. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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