"Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go"

The mobile gaming sensation Monopoly Go is set to elevate its gameplay with an exciting collaboration with Star Wars, adding a dash of science fiction to its classic real estate and dice-rolling mechanics. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this unique partnership will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from iconic moments in the Skywalker Saga and the adventures of The Mandalorian.

During the Star Wars season, Monopoly Go players can look forward to seeing their favorite Star Wars characters transformed into adorable cartoon versions. The season will introduce a Star Wars Go sticker album for players to complete, thrilling podracing events at the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and an array of collectible in-game items such as 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 Monopoly Go's first foray into themed collaborations; last September, the game featured a crossover with Marvel, bringing Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers into the Monopoly universe.

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 been crowned the top game for consumer spending in 2024, amassing an impressive $2.47 billion in earnings. This financial success underscores the game's popularity, with Scopely reporting 150 million downloads and 10 million daily active users in 2024.