Monopoly - Paris
2–10 players • 120 min • ages 8+ • 1948
- First published
- 1948
- Players
- 2–10 players
- Playing time
- 120 min
- Age
- 8+
How it plays
Monopoly - Paris plays 2–10 players, takes about 120 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
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Where it came from
The 1948 Paris edition of Monopoly represents a significant post-war cultural adaptation of the American classic. Following the Second World War, the French market saw the reintroduction of the game through local licensing arrangements. These editions were designed to resonate with a Parisian audience, replacing the original Atlantic City street names with iconic locations like Rue de la Paix and Champs-Élysées, thereby grounding the gameplay in familiar civic landmarks.
The design aesthetic of this era maintained the iconic visual language established by Parker Brothers, though often utilizing locally sourced materials due to the prevailing paper and cardboard shortages in post-war France. The translation of the game's mechanics and property values was carefully calibrated to fit the local currency and social context of the time. It was received as both a nostalgic pastime and a symbol of returning normalcy, solidifying the game's status as a staple of French household leisure.
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How many players is Monopoly - Paris for?
Monopoly - Paris is built for 2–10 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
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A game of Monopoly - Paris is listed at about 2 hours. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
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