As if adulting wasn’t hard enough already, the classic game of Monopoly is here to remind millennials exactly how hard life is, especially for them.
“Monopoly for Millennials” — the recently released version of the classic board game — centers around the often-mocked generation of people born between 1981 and 1996. The cover features the”Monopoly” icon Rich Uncle Pennybags with a cup of coffee, earbuds and a medal labeled “participation.” Catering even more to millennials, the tagline on the cover reads: “Forget real estate. You can’t afford it anyway.”
According to the game’s description, “Money doesn’t always buy a great time, but experiences, whether they’re good — or weird — last forever.” In other words, this new version of monopoly isn’t about collecting cash and real estate, but about collecting experiences such as dining at a vegan bistro or doing a meditation retreat.
While plenty of people seem able to handle the price of the game — which is $19.82 — the game has drawn mixed reactions. Many millennials shared that they are offended while others found it hilarious and jeered at any negative reaction as a classic millennial reaction.
Despite the backlash, Hasbro stood by its decision to make the game, and according to a statement given to Fortune, “We created Monopoly for Millennials to provide fans with a lighthearted game that allows Millennials to take a break from real life and laugh at the relatable experiences and labels that can sometimes be placed on them … Whether you are a lifestyle vlogger, emoji lover or you make your ‘side hustle’ selling vegan candles, Monopoly for Millennials is for you!”
By: Maytinee Kramer
