Monopoly is a popular board game that was first introduced in the early 20th century. The game is played with two to eight players, who compete to become the wealthiest player by buying, renting, and trading properties on the game board. The game board is designed to resemble a city, with various properties and utilities that players can purchase and develop. Players collect rent from other players who land on their properties, and can also earn money through chance and community chest cards, as well as by passing go. The game continues until one player has acquired all the properties and money, and the other players are bankrupt. Monopoly has become a classic game that has spawned many variations and adaptations, including electronic versions and themed editions based on popular movies, TV shows, and brands.