The Bottom Line
If you're looking for a present for someone patriotic, a serious Monopoly collector, or someone who doesn't yet own a copy of Monopoly, then Monopoly - America Edition is a good choice.
Pros
- Familiar Monopoly game gets a new twist.
- Celebrates the places and people of the U.S.A.
- Some new rules add interest.
Cons
- If you don't enjoy Monopoly, this won't appeal.
Description
- For 2 to 6 players.
- 60 to 180 minutes.
- Published by Parker Brothers / Hasbro.
Guide Review - Monopoly - America Edition
Monopoly has been an American classic since 1935. The America Edition of Monopoly makes several changes to the original, giving it an even more American feel.
Boardwalk and Park Place are replaced by the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial; Chance and Community Chest have become American Places and American People; the pewter tokens include the Liberty Bell, the space shuttle, and apple pie.
The four corner squares are given new optional rules. For example, on Go To Jail you can try "the American legal system" by paying $20 to hire a lawyer; on Go you can forgo your $200 salary to travel to any non-corner square on the board. The America Edition is a worthwhile addition to the universe of Monopoly games.
