Fresh Expansions for Monopoly 90th Anniversary
The classic Monopoly is quietly preparing to celebrate its next milestone—this time, its 90th anniversary. To mark this event, its longtime publisher, Hasbro, is planning to release as many as three expansions for its timeless classic. And it seems these are the first expansions in the 90 years since the first edition's release.
According to the publisher’s plan, the expansions will breathe new life into the game. Each expansion introduces new rules and cards, designed to speed up gameplay and add something fresh. For example, one new feature allows players to purchase the game bank itself. In addition to the expansions, Monopoly will also receive updates to its box and components.
As for the expansions, three have been announced so far, though this number may ultimately grow.
One of the exciting new expansions will be Monopoly: Go To Jail! This unique add-on attaches directly to the classic Monopoly board, transforming the Jail and Go to Jail spaces into high-stakes, strategic locations.
While in these areas, players can draw Corruption or Super Corruption cards that allow them to bend the rules, stir up mischief, and gain valuable advantages over their opponents. It’s a fresh twist that adds intrigue, strategy, and a touch of chaos to the timeless Monopoly experience!
Another exciting expansion is Free Parking Jackpot!
This expansion introduces a fun twist to the classic Free Parking space. When players land on the updated Free Parking spot, they’ll get a chance to spin an arrow and try their luck at hitting the jackpot. Depending on where the arrow lands, they could win a big prize and score a major advantage!
The third expansion is Monopoly: Buy Everything, where, as the name suggests, you can buy anything you want!
This exciting expansion introduces a special market die and a mini-market filled with unique cards. These cards give players the power to purchase practically anything in the game, adding an entirely new layer of strategy.
Among the cards is an instant victory card—buy it, and you win the game on the spot! It’s a bold and thrilling addition that keeps every turn exciting and unpredictable.
Monopoly isn’t typically a game one would expect to have expansions. But the very fact that these new expansions are being introduced is remarkable—especially given the game’s long history and enduring popularity.
That said, these aren’t the first expansions Monopoly has seen. According to the BoardGameGeek database, there was a Mob Rule Expansion Deck released in 2008, which added new “Chance” and “Community Chest” card decks. Going even further back, there was the Stock Exchange Add-on, which debuted all the way back in 1936!
These historical expansions remind us that even timeless classics like Monopoly can evolve with new twists and mechanics to keep players coming back for more.