Is Monopoly appropriate for children?

Monopoly is a family-friendly strategy board game with no violence, inappropriate language, or scary content—perfect for children of all ages. Players buy properties and compete financially to become the wealthiest player. It offers both single-player and multiplayer options, including online play, making it great for family game nights or playing with friends.

What age is Monopoly suitable for?

Our verdict for Monopoly is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Monopoly safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

None

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

🌐

Online Safety & Strangers

Mild

💰

In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Strategy, Board Games, Casual, Family

Released

2008

ESRB Rating

Everyone

Available on

PC, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Android

Age suitability

Under 6

Yes (monitor online)

Ages 6–8

Yes (monitor online)

Ages 9–12

Yes (monitor online)

Ages 13+

Yes (monitor online)

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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