The fact is that most people don't play Monopoly by the correct rules, and that makes all the difference. The key to enjoying the game is the inter-player deals and politics. That's where all the fun lies, and much of the strategy. Any player can strike any kind of a deal with another player - want to trade all the purples and light blues for Boardwalk? No problem. Want to trick someone into trading a property you need for all your railroads? This is where the real enjoyment comes from. I encourage you not only to get the game and play it, but to read the rules and "get into" the game.

There are also some fun alternate rules you can use, such as collecting $400 (instead of $200) when you *land* directly on "go", or putting fine money (from chance cards, utility expenses, get out of jail money, etc.) in the center of the board and collecting it when you land on "free parking".

Don't overlook Monopoly as an outdated option. It's still one of the best games out there.

Cool Game! Could use a little work though..... (Rating: 0.00)
Review : Monopoly has always fascinated me, and this definatley takes the game to another level. Deed dealin is about ten times easier now with the deed carousel, and there's twice as much money in the bank! But there are still cons as well as pros....

NEW FEATURES PROS:
1.Back to wooden houses (can't get broken)
2.New bank with enough slots for actually ALL the money!)
3.The deed carousel makes the game easier
4.All of the chance and Comunity Chest cards have been redone, giving them a nice look
5. Box is nice and FLASHY

NEW FEATURES CONS:
1. Gold peices are probably spraypainted. They may look nice when you first get the game, but just wait a month or two.
2. Bank looks to be made out of cheap, flimsy plastic
3. Deeds are really light feeling (not as origanal)
4. The stupid game board won't lie flat!
5. Houses (although wooden) arn't as detailed as I like them

OLD FEATURES PROS:
Everything!

OLD FEATURES CONS:
Nothing!

Overall, I'd say that Monopoly is a great game, and that I really like the deluxe edition. It's educational, and fun. What more could a parent ask for? (I dont have an Amazon acount, so i'm using the children's entry form. Do you think a 4 year old would really write something this deep and destailed?) Definateley a good spend of my money

COOL (Rating: 0.00)
Review : I got this for Christmas, and it is FUN, the new property caresal is soo cool! I absolutly loved how the new chance cards are redone. An excellent buy!

Best game ever (Rating: 0.00)
Review : Dear readers,
I've played all kinds of monopoly and this one I've played is the best yet!This toy is good for subtraction and addition problems and how to handle money to not get bankruped.I recramend this toy for your friends and family!You can even add your money up and reduce it in less bills!I've liked it and you should to!Get this toy TODAY!