Today, the game has many diverse and highly entertaining versions, and SPY has listed some of our favorites below. The game, however, continued to have a diverse life, being utilized by the British Secret Service during World War II, and inspiring economics professor Ralph Anspach to create the game Anti-Monopoly in the 70s.
Sadly, as the Parker Brothers went on to develop the game in the 30s, Magie did not receive the credit she deserved. The game has a rich history, as it was initially invented in 1903 by staunch anti-monopolist Lizzie Magie, who was interested in employing it as an educational tool to explain the complex single tax theory of Henry George. Whether Monopoly is already a staple of your monthly game nights, or you’re looking to re-introduce it after a particularly messy table flipping incident, these themed boards offer a great fan-driven twist on the Hasbro classic.
* From Sailor Moon to Planet of the Apes, pick up one of these for your next games night * Today it lives on in many diverse, themed versions * Monopoly has been creating hours of fun (and heated arguments) since the early 1900s If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SPY.com may receive an affiliate commission.
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