City Gets Custom Monopoly Board

A new Monopoly board game, themed around Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will hit stores in September. Announced on June 26th at the King Abdullah Financial District Conference Centre, the "Riyadh Monopoly" aims to showcase the city's rich culture, landmarks, and dynamic spirit, reflecting its ongoing transformation. The game is designed to engage all ages, particularly the younger generation, with over half of Riyadh's residents under 20.

The Riyadh Monopoly board will feature both historic streets and modern skyscrapers, highlighting the capital's evolution. It is a strategic project that aims to make big projects accessible and engaging to all ages. The game aims to unite generations in friendly competition. This new edition joins the global phenomenon of Monopoly, which has been around for 90 years and has sold over 275 million copies, earning it a Guinness World Record.

The Riyadh Monopoly board is designed to be a cultural artifact, celebrating iconic landmarks and modern identity. It maps the capital's development from historic areas to contemporary infrastructure. This edition follows the launch of a Dubai-themed Monopoly board in late 2019.