Anti-Monopoly
- Designer Ralph Anspach
- Publisher Alga , Anti-Monopoly, Inc. , ASS Altenburger Spielkarten , Gibsons , Granna
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Anti-Monopoly, players act as trust-busting lawyers moving around the board to place accusation chips on monopolistic company combinations. The goal is to end monopolies by covering all accusation circles and collect social credit points. The game combines auction/bidding, trading, set collection, and roll/spin and move mechanics for a strategic economic experience.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 2 to 6 players aged 8 and up, Anti-Monopoly is a medium-weight economic game with a playing time of around 120 minutes. It suits players interested in economic themes and longer, strategic gameplay. Prior experience with similar economic or auction games is helpful but not required.
How It Works
Players roll or spin to move their tokens around the board, acquiring accusation chips through auctions or purchases from the budget commissioner. They place these chips on oligopolies, trusts, and monopolies to score points (set collection). Trading with other players is also part of the strategy to outmaneuver opponents.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ralph Anspach, Anti-Monopoly is part of the Monopoly-Like series and is historically notable for a legal battle over the Monopoly trademark. Although it has no official awards, it stands out by combining auction/bidding with roll/spin and move and trading mechanics.
Pro
- Combination of auction/bidding, trading, and set collection mechanics
- Flexible player count from 2 to 6
- Historically significant due to Monopoly trademark lawsuit
- Focus on anti-monopoly theme as central motif
Contra
- Lengthy playing time around 120 minutes
- No official awards
- Requires patience and interest in economic topics
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game thematically focuses on combating monopolistic practices on a game board featuring company combinations like oligopolies, trusts, and monopolies. The setting is economic and socially critical without a specific historical period.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus early on acquiring accusation chips strategically and engage in trading to strengthen your position.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Anti-Monopoly requires at least 2 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
The typical playing time is about 120 minutes, making it a longer session.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is a medium-weight economic game that requires interest in economic mechanics and longer focus.
How does this compare to similar games?
Anti-Monopoly is unique due to its anti-monopoly theme and the mix of auction/bidding with roll/spin and move and trading.
Is this suitable for families?
Suitable for ages 8+, but due to length and complexity, better for experienced players or patient families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of auction/bidding, roll/spin and move, and trading defines Anti-Monopoly.
Fazit
Anti-Monopoly is a historically significant economic game best suited for players who enjoy longer, strategic sessions. It is especially recommended for fans of Monopoly variants and economic strategy games.
