Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go

The mobile gaming phenomenon Monopoly Go is set to elevate its gameplay with an exciting collaboration with Star Wars, announced today at Star Wars Celebration in Japan. This thrilling partnership, slated to run from May 1 to July 2, draws inspiration from iconic events within the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian, adding a delightful sci-fi twist to the classic real estate dice-rolling game.

The Star Wars season in Monopoly Go will feature adorable cartoon makeovers of beloved Star Wars characters, enhancing the game's visual appeal. Players can look forward to filling a new Star Wars Go sticker album, participating in podracing at the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and collecting unique in-game items such as tokens, shields, and emojis. Imagine the fun of seeing Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, R2D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Qui-Gon Jinn mingling with Mr. Monopoly, also known as Rich Uncle Pennybags.

This isn't the first time Monopoly Go has ventured into crossover territory; last September, it successfully integrated Marvel characters, including Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers, into its 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 strategic move to bolster its presence in the mobile gaming industry.

According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go topped the charts for consumer spending in 2024, amassing a staggering $2.47 billion in revenue. This success is further underscored by the game's impressive statistics of 150 million downloads and 10 million daily active users in 2024, demonstrating its widespread appeal and robust player engagement.