Monopoly: From Economic Critique to Capitalist Icon

Imagine a game about buying properties and trying to get rich.

That's Monopoly!

It started a long time ago, almost 90 years back, as a way to show how unfair it is when one person owns all the land and makes everyone else pay them.

But then, a man changed the rules so the goal was just to make as much money as possible and bankrupt your friends.

This version became super popular, especially during a tough time called the Great Depression, because it made people feel like they could be successful.

Over the years, Monopoly has been made in thousands of different ways, with places from all over the world and even featuring characters from movies and TV shows.

Even though some people think the physical money is better than digital banking, it's still a favorite game for families and helps people learn about how money and businesses work.