"Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go"

The mobile gaming phenomenon Monopoly Go is set to excite fans with a thrilling collaboration with the Star Wars franchise, adding a dash of science fiction to its iconic real estate dice-rolling gameplay. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this exciting partnership will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from the epic events of the Skywalker Saga and the adventures of 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 season will introduce 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 iconic characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, R2D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Qui-Gon Jinn mingling with the classic Monopoly mascot, Mr. Monopoly, also known as 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 universe, creating a unique blend of superhero action and property trading.

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 revenue. This financial success has been accompanied by 150 million downloads and a robust daily user base of 10 million, showcasing the game's widespread appeal and dominance in the mobile gaming market.