Relive a timeless classic! In this game, your mission is to build a property empire by acquiring every available piece of real estate. Players take turns rolling the dice and moving their tokens around the board. When landing on unowned properties, they can buy them from the bank. If the space is already owned, players may have to pay rent or negotiate a repurchase.
How do you play Monopoly?
The goal is to dominate the board by owning as many streets and real estate properties as possible. Each player moves clockwise according to their dice roll. When landing on unclaimed property, players can purchase it or hold an auction. If someone else owns it, rent must be paid to the owner. Special spaces around the board include Chance or Community Chest cards, tax penalties, and the dreaded Jail space. Players can only exit jail by rolling a double or paying a fee. The last player left standing with money, or the richest at the end, is declared the winner.
Tips for winning Monopoly:
Maximize your success by buying aggressively, especially early in the game. The red and orange spaces are landed on most often, so securing those can give you an edge. Avoid hoarding cash—invest it into properties and buildings. Railroads don’t provide as much return as you’d expect, so prioritize better properties. Build houses and hotels as soon as possible to boost your income. And toward the game’s end, staying in jail might be a smart strategy—it keeps you safe from paying others while still collecting rent.
Who invented Monopoly?
Monopoly is inspired by The Landlord’s Game, first created in 1904. A version modeled on Atlantic City was patented in 1935 and picked up by Parker Brothers, now owned by Hasbro. With over 500 million copies sold, Monopoly holds the title of the most played board game in history.
