Dracula vs Van Helsing

A game by Maxime Rambourg, Théo Rivière

2 Players 20 - 45 minutes Low

Area Majority / Influence, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Hand Management

Card Game, Novel-based

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Description

In Dracula vs Van Helsing, the battle between good and evil comes to life in a thrilling card game for two players. Designed by Maxime Rambourg and Théo Rivière, this 2023 release is easy to learn and plays out in just 20 to 45 minutes. Players take on the roles of the iconic vampire and his arch-nemesis, Professor Van Helsing, each with their own goal to win the game. Van Helsing must drain Dracula's life points, while Dracula seeks to turn the inhabitants of Whitby into vampires. The game is a strategic clash of card play and area control, with each player using their deck to influence the outcome. With eight different card types and a unique mechanic that allows players to trigger abilities by discarding or swapping cards, every turn is a tense decision. Will Van Helsing emerge victorious, or will Dracula succeed in his evil plans? The game's short playtime and simple rules make it accessible to new players, while its depth and complexity will keep experienced gamers coming back for more.