"Star Wars, Mandalorian Join Monopoly Go"

The mobile gaming phenomenon, Monopoly Go, is set to spice up its real estate dice-rolling experience with a thrilling collaboration with Star Wars. Announced at the Star Wars Celebration in Japan, this exciting crossover will run from May 1 to July 2, drawing inspiration from the iconic Skywalker Saga and the adventures of The Mandalorian.

In this Star Wars-themed season, players will encounter beloved characters transformed into adorable cartoons, adding a unique charm to the game. A highlight of the collaboration is the introduction of the Star Wars Go sticker album, where players can collect stickers featuring their favorite characters. Additionally, fans can look forward to engaging in podracing at the Mos Espa Grand Arena, alongside collecting various in-game items such as tokens, shields, and emojis. Imagine the surreal scene of 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, the game welcomed Marvel characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Avengers, bringing a superhero flair to the classic board game.

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, showcasing their commitment to enhancing mobile gaming experiences.

According to a report from our sister site GamesIndustry.biz, Monopoly Go has topped the charts for consumer spending in 2024, amassing an impressive $2.47 billion. This financial success, likened to "gold toilets for everyone on the team," is complemented by the game's staggering statistics of 150 million downloads and 10 million daily active users in 2024.