The mobile gaming phenomenon Monopoly Go is set to spice up its real estate dice-rolling experience with a thrilling collaboration with the iconic Star Wars franchise. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this exciting crossover event will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from the beloved Skywalker Saga and the hit series The Mandalorian.
During the Star Wars season on Monopoly Go, players can look forward to seeing their favorite Star Wars characters transformed into adorable cartoon versions. The event introduces a Star Wars Go sticker album for players to complete, thrilling podracing events at 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 Monopoly's own Rich Uncle Pennybags, also known as Mr. Monopoly.
This isn't the first time Monopoly Go has embraced a themed crossover. Last September, the game welcomed Marvel characters such as Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers into its universe, adding a superhero twist to the classic board game experience.
In other news, publisher Scopely recently expanded its portfolio by acquiring the teams behind Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now from Niantic, further cementing its position in the mobile gaming industry.
According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go has emerged as the top game for consumer spending in 2024, amassing an impressive $2.47 billion. The game also boasts 150 million downloads and 10 million daily active users in 2024, highlighting its massive popularity and success in the mobile gaming market.
