Monopoly Here & Now Limited Edition
by Hasbro
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Toys and Games Reviews of Monopoly Here & Now Limited Edition
Customer Review: A Great Innovation
Summary: 4 Stars
The up-dated Monopoly had to come some time, and this made a great game still great to play. I am still a fan of the original, but I enjoy this version too.
I have to agree with some comments about the money being harder to use, and that is true. However, I think it is a minor problem. The extra zeros on all the denominations make things a bit tough to work out, but this is something one gets used to when they play it a few times. The modern highrise buildings, (rather than houses and hotels), are a great little touch, allowing you to build "up" rather than across.
The new locations are great, and the new up-dated pieces are fun. Being made of metal, they are very durable too. The board folds in quarters, which is pretty common these days, (rather than in half with some of the older designs).
Overall, this is a great version of Monopoly and adds something to the experience. Although I would not abandon the original version for it, it is a great game.
Customer Review: Fun, updated version
Summary: 4 Stars
We bought this in order to start a new tradition for our 11 year daughter on Family Fun Night. It is neat, updated version. We miss the "kitty" on "FREE PARKING" with the new version. But, the money amounts are more realistic than the original and there are airports, instead of railroads. The Community Chest and Chance haven't changed much, except for money amounts.
The utilities are now internet services. Luxury tax is now income tax.
Some of the updated playing pieces are a Labradoodle, New Balance tennis shoe, airplane, Starbuck's mug, laptop and cellphone.
We find it annoying that you have to separate the money before putting the game up. It won't fit in the box when it is still in the bankers plastic area.
Overall, we think this is still a great game, maybe even better than the original~!
Customer Review: Reality Beats Nostalgia
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this version of Monopoly as a gift for a child I know who has never played Monopoly.
I considered the classic version to satisfy my own wistful nostalgia, but overcame that urge in the name of having a game actually be educational. My goal is for the child to actually be counting sums of money and making change from larger bills, considering strategic moves, having some sense of finances even if they don't realize they're picking that information up ...
This version is better for kids today. The absurdly low monetary amounts and references to railroads and such in the classic game serve no purpose. Railroads replaced by airports ... it's about time.
Beyond just making it more relevant and changing , the rules of the game are exactly the same, and it's the same fun family game!
Customer Review: Our sons, not usually fans of board games loved this. Here's why
Summary: 5 Stars
Imagine this: ice-covered streets, no computer or television access and a pack of snowbound teens. This game literally saved the day. They played it for hours. Then they played it again the next day...and a week later. It has come in handy more times than I can say.
How and why this appeals to them more than traditional MOnopoly is not totally clear but here are some key factors:
1. It is a total revamp of the old MOnopoly
2. The cost of living increased 10,0000 fold. There are some different types of cards and new businesses such as Starbucks, Laptop computers and othe items are included. Whatever the reason, any board game that keeps groups of teens safely inside in cold weather and having hours of fun is a major plus!
Customer Review: Needs improvement,but still FUN
Summary: 3 Stars
This game is a break from the traditional Monopoly game, I like the new spaces and the landmarks from around the Nation. I couldn't help notice a few things that I would have done differently:
1.Make the paper money larger for ease of handling
2.A lazy susan for the deed cards (like in Monopoly Deluxe Edition)
3 The game board be folded in 2 sections instead of 4 (less creases)
4. make the tokens larger (my friend has big fingers had a hard time moving his token)
Other than this i have to say that the game was still fun and challenging, and really cool to land on known landmarks instead of the traditional street names.
If anything grab this game and leave it wrapped as a collector item (as it was a limited edition!