Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go

The mobile gaming sensation Monopoly Go is taking its gameplay to a galaxy far, far away with an exciting collaboration with Star Wars. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this thrilling partnership will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from iconic events in the Skywalker Saga and the beloved series, The Mandalorian.

During the Star Wars season on Monopoly Go, players will enjoy seeing their favorite Star Wars characters transformed into adorable cartoon versions. The update introduces a Star Wars Go sticker album for players to complete, high-speed podracing in the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and a range of collectible in-game items including tokens, shields, and emojis. Imagine the delight of seeing Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, R2D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Qui-Gon Jinn mingling with the iconic Mr. Monopoly, also known as Rich Uncle Pennybags.

This isn't the first time Monopoly Go has embraced a crossover event. Last September, the game welcomed Marvel characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers, adding a superhero twist to the classic board game.

In other news, publisher Scopely has recently expanded its portfolio by acquiring the teams behind Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now from Niantic, signaling a significant move in the mobile gaming industry.

According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go has solidified its status as the top game for consumer spending in 2024, raking in an impressive $2.47 billion. The game also boasts 150 million downloads and 10 million daily users, showcasing its massive popularity and engagement.