Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go

The mobile gaming sensation Monopoly Go is set to captivate fans once again with an exciting new collaboration with Star Wars. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this partnership will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from the iconic events of the Skywalker Saga and the adventures in The Mandalorian. This unique fusion promises to add a thrilling sci-fi twist to the classic real estate dice-rolling game.

During the Star Wars season on Monopoly Go, players can look forward to seeing beloved Star Wars characters transformed into adorable cartoon versions. The season will feature a Star Wars Go sticker album to collect and complete, exciting 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 characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, R2D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Qui-Gon Jinn mingling with Monopoly's own Rich Uncle Pennybags.

This isn't the first time Monopoly Go has ventured into crossover territory. Last September, the game welcomed Marvel characters such as Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers into its world, showcasing its ability to seamlessly integrate popular franchises into its gameplay.

In other news, publisher Scopely has expanded its portfolio by acquiring the teams behind Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now from Niantic. This move is part of Scopely's strategy to enhance its presence in the mobile gaming market.

According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go topped the charts for consumer spending in 2024, raking in an impressive $2.47 billion. This financial success underscores the game's popularity, with Scopely also reporting 150 million downloads and 10 million daily users in 2024. With such stellar performance, it's clear that Monopoly Go continues to be a dominant force in mobile gaming.