Summary
Monopoly GOhas confirmed that its upcoming season will be themed around theStar Warsfranchise. Scopely’s popular dice game has become one of the top titles in mobile gaming, generating billions in revenue since its launch. Now, withMonopoly GOfans embracing themed events, thisStar Warscollaboration looks poised to “print money” and bring in even more success for the developer.
In September 2024,Monopoly GOintroduced a Marvel collaborationfeaturing a limited-time crossover event packed with new stickers themed around iconic superheroes and villains. The event was a massive hit, with reports suggesting it led to a noticeable spike in revenue. Scopely now appears to be doubling down on the success of themed events, preparing to launch one of its most ambitious collaborations yet.
In ablog post onMonopoly GO’s official website, Scopely announced a crossover event with theStar Warsfranchise, running fromMay 1 to June 2. The event will introduceiconic Lucasfilm characterslike Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Yoda to the world ofMonopoly GO. Players will be able to collectStar Wars-themed stickers, along with cosmetics, new locations such as Tatooine and the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and take part in themed challenges, puzzles, and activities. It’s also worth noting that the event will reportedly feature “storied battles” between good and evil, potentially pitting Jedi and Sith against each other in classicStar Warsfashion.
Star Wars' Iconic Characters and Locations Are Coming to Monopoly GO
Unlike the previous crossover event,Monopoly GO’sStar Warscollaboration is set to be more multilayered. According to the event trailer, the gameplay will be heavily overhauled with references to the iconic film franchise. So far, confirmed characters include Yoda, Mace Windu, Luke, Rey Skywalker, Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, Grogu, the Mandalorian, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Mr. M. Some of these will appear asMonopoly GO’s collectible stickers, while others may feature in themed activities and mini-games.
The trailer for theMonopoly GOandStar Warscollaboration premiered during Star Wars Celebration Japan, a major fan convention. Story-wise, the event appears to take place within PEG-E’s dream, where she imagines embarking on an adventure with her friends in theStar Warsuniverse, setting the stage for all the themed activities players will experience. Fans of Lucasfilm’s sci-fi franchise might also be interested to know thatFortnitehas teased an upcomingStar Warscrossoverof its own, with more details expected soon.
