Memphis enthusiasts and board game aficionados, prepare for an exciting convergence of city pride and competitive spirit. Monopoly, the timeless game of buying and trading properties, is set to embrace the heart of Tennessee with a Memphis-themed edition, and the residents of the bluff city are invited to chip in their two cents — or perhaps their Monopoly dollars. According to Action News 5, the upcoming game is being developed by Top Trumps USA, with iconic landmarks in Memphis like the Peabody Hotel and National Civil Rights Museum touted as potential board spaces.
Top Trumps USA representative Sarah Bowman, in a statement obtained by Commercial Appeal, invited Memphians to proffer suggestions for local hotspots deserving a spot on the board: "Everybody has their opinions on their favorite restaurants and their different experiences, and where you share all those with us, it will help represent a board for lifelong locals and visitors alike." A sentiment that serves to remind us that in Monopoly, just as in life, the places that touch our hearts can also fatten our wallets — in a purely metaphorical sense, of course.
But there's a catch — all this participatory action isn't an indefinite open house; it has an RSVP deadline. Residents have until September 30 to submit their suggestions to [email protected], ensuring the game reflects the city's unique character. Revealed details by Local Memphis highlight that beloved spaces like Elvis Presley's Graceland and the ever-lively Beale Street may replace Monopoly's traditional Boardwalk and Park Place, while community cards will embrace a distinctly Memphis spin.
The Greater Memphis Chamber, with President and CEO Ted Townsend leading a rally of local pride while joining unashamedly in the enthusiasm as a former child player of Monopoly, appreciates the attention this game will bring to the city. Townsend shared, "It's exciting to bring this moment to Memphis homes and highlight the wonderful assets that we have here as a community," during the announcement event. Accustomed to playing with the top hat and race car, he metaphorically passed the dice to the citizens, signaling an engaging community initiative.
Eager Memphis Monopoly moguls should circle April 2025 in their calendars; this is the anticipated time frame for the game to hit shelves across the city. Besides being a surefire gift idea, the Memphis Monopoly edition promises to be not only a playful nod to the city's landmarks but also a tactile testament to its enduring appeal — a tribute in the form of a board game that celebrates being a Memphian, past, present, and future. The game is expected to be competitively priced at $39.99, a minor investment for a lifetime of bringing together friends and families over a shared love of the city and strategic property acquisition.
