"Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go"

The mobile gaming phenomenon Monopoly Go is gearing up to inject a dose of sci-fi excitement into its beloved real estate and dice-rolling gameplay through a collaboration with Star Wars. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this exciting partnership will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from iconic events within the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian.

In this special Star Wars season, players can expect to see beloved characters from the galaxy far, far away, reimagined in adorable cartoon styles. Monopoly Go will introduce a Star Wars Go sticker album for players to collect and complete, thrilling podracing events in the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and a variety of collectible in-game items, including tokens, shields, and emojis. Imagine the delight of seeing iconic figures like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, R2D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Qui-Gon Jinn mingling with Monopoly's very own Rich Uncle Pennybags.

This isn't the first time Monopoly Go has ventured into crossover territory; last September, it welcomed Marvel characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers into its fold. Additionally, publisher Scopely has expanded its portfolio by acquiring the teams behind Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now from Niantic, signaling more exciting developments on the horizon.

According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go has soared to the top of consumer spending in 2024, amassing a staggering $2.47 billion. This success translates to 150 million downloads and 10 million daily users, showcasing the game's immense popularity and engagement.