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Monopoly is a classic board game designed by Lizzie Magie and Charles Darrow that has been entertaining people for over a century. The game is designed to simulate the experience of a single seller dominating a market, hence the name “monopoly”. It is played by two to eight players, and the objective is to acquire wealth by buying and developing properties, while bankrupting opponents by charging them rent.

Monopoly is set on a board with 40 spaces, each representing a property, utility or other real estate. Players move around the board by rolling dice, and when they land on a property, they have the option to buy it or let it be auctioned off to the highest bidder. Once a player owns a property, they can develop it by building houses or hotels, which increases the rent they can charge other players who land on that space.

Monopoly’s most recognizable feature is the four corner spaces: “Go”, “Jail”, “Free Parking” and “Go to Jail”. Passing “Go” earns players $200, while landing on “Free Parking” earns them any fines collected by the bank. If a player lands on “Jail”, they must either pay a fine or roll doubles to get out. And if they land on “Go to Jail”, they are immediately sent to jail.

Monopoly is won when all other players have gone bankrupt, leaving the winner as the sole survivor. But getting to that point can take a long time, as the game can go on for hours, with players trying to outmaneuver each other, negotiate deals and collect rent.

Monopoly has been popular for decades, and has spawned countless spinoffs and special editions featuring different themes, such as popular movies, TV shows, and even cities. The game has also been adapted into video games, mobile apps, and online versions, making it more accessible to a wider audience.

Despite its popularity, Monopoly has been criticized for promoting a cutthroat capitalist mentality, where players ruthlessly compete to accumulate wealth at the expense of others. Some have argued that the game reinforces negative stereotypes about business and capitalism, while others see it as a harmless pastime that can teach valuable lessons about money management and negotiation skills.

Regardless of one’s opinion of the game, Monopoly has undoubtedly become an enduring cultural icon, and a testament to the enduring appeal of board games.

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