The Scoop
Is Boardwalk worth it?
For some families, Monopoly is a bonding experience. For others, it's a Machiavellian affair that tosses love and loyalty aside in favor of a capitalistic bloodlust where there is but one goal: Drive mom, dad, grandma and weird Uncle Steve into bankruptcy as soon as possible.
But what's the most efficient way to do that? Everyone has a theory about how best to win at Monopoly. Some try to buy a single property of every color, while others swear that becoming a slum lord, buying up the low rent properties, is the key to victory.
And no matter the strategy, there's no greater jewel in a player's crown than Boardwalk. But is that pricey blue spot -- and it's sister street Park Place -- really worth it
But what's the most efficient way to do that? Everyone has a theory about how best to win at Monopoly. Some try to buy a single property of every color, while others swear that becoming a slum lord, buying up the low rent properties, is the key to victory.
And no matter the strategy, there's no greater jewel in a player's crown than Boardwalk. But is that pricey blue spot -- and it's sister street Park Place -- really worth it
What should you buy?It was inevitable, which properties are actually worth buying. The real spaces people were most likely to land -- and where others were most likely to see their bankroll expand. Discarding non-purchasable spaces like Free Parking and Go the most likely spots are:
- Illinois Ave - B&O Railroad - Tennessee Ave. - New York Ave. - Reading Railroad - St. James Place - Water Works - Pennsylvania Ave |
TIPSBuy early, buy often, buy smart
Don't buy anything and everything as you play. Focus on high traffic properties and try to build a monopoly there quickly — even if you have to trade away high dollar properties (yep, including Boardwalk). Don't fear jail Once the properties are snatched up and the game enters the building phase, embrace your criminal ways and never pay $50 to leave jail early. Transportation > Utilities The Electric Company might have been a great children's show, but if you're looking to win, railroads are a much better way to gain an early advantage. |