Board games have a lot to contend with these days. The Xbox and PlayStation has taken center stage in many households, leaving the traditional alternatives relegated to dusty cupboards. But one classic game never seems to go out of fashion. More than 275 million boxes of Monopoly have been sold worldwide in 111 countries and sales are currently at an all time high. Why does Monopoly remain so popular?
3 Reasons Monopoly is Popular
1. Living the Dream
The aspiration to be rich and powerful is one of the big themes in modern society, and this is what Monopoly is all about. Players get to live the capitalist dream on a small scale and try to be the one who makes it big. The joy of building an empire and earning a fortune is what makes the game so thrilling for many.
2. Luck and Strategy
Because Monopoly combines luck and strategy it is a game that can be genuinely enjoyed by a wide range of players no matter their age or intellect. Nobody can predict the roll of the dice and so all players are at risk from stints in jail or fines making play interesting for all. At the same time, it is possible to develop a complicated strategy and attempt to outwit opponents, qualities that ensure play remains intellectually stimulating.
3. A Family Game
Monopoly ticks all the boxes when it comes to choosing a suitable activity for quality family time. All ages can enjoy it and game play can fill hours on a rainy afternoon. Because the premise of the game is simple young children can understand the rules and will enjoy the use of fake money to build up their own mini empire. Parents may also view play as an opportunity to teach their kids something about money and how to use it. At the same time adults get the chance to demonstrate their financial prowess as they try to dominate the board.
Based on the number of sales in recent years it looks like Monopoly is here to stay. And with recent years seeing a wave of localized Monopoly boards, from Nottingham to New York, not to mention inspired editions like Disney or Scooby Doo, it seems there’s still plenty of scope for the game to keep moving forward with every generation.
Is Monopoly on your holiday gift list this year?
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