Hasbro announced a new version of Monopoly that simplifies gameplay by replacing cash and the banker with a mobile app that handles all of the game’s transactions. With Monopoly App Banking, a smartphone or tablet takes over the role of banker and keeps track of every player’s money and properties. It will make the game more accessible to younger players while also making it much harder to cheat, but it also means Monopoly is no longer an alternative to screen time.
Monopoly App Banking is expected to be available from most major retailers starting in August 2025 and will sell for $24.99. The accompanying mobile app is free, but players will have to provide their own mobile device.
The game board features a similar layout to traditional versions of Monopoly but is updated with kid-friendly alternatives to the game’s iconic properties. Instead of Park Place and Boardwalk, the most valuable properties are now a rocket launch pad and the moon, while others include a chocolate factory, a VR roller coaster, and a dinosaur park.
Each player selects a token and a matching bank card that, along with property cards, are scanned and recognized by the mobile app to automate transactions such as purchasing title deeds or paying rent. That approach may not appeal to parents or teachers who use Monopoly as a covert way to help kids practice their math skills, but Hasbro says the new version will speed up what can often be a long game to play. In addition, the app includes mini-games that can be played to earn perks, which could help hold the attention of younger players.
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