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rating
Ludopedia
5.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
If you love Monopoly and want more drama, Aldeburgh is the game that will make you negotiate, auction and eliminate those who can’t keep up.
Highlights
- Exciting auctions
- Player elimination
- Intense negotiation
Keep in mind
- Long playtime
- Medium complexity
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Monopoly: Aldeburgh is the British take on the classic board game everyone knows, but with a touch of London charm and mechanics that make the game even more lively. Instead of just rolling the die and buying properties, you enter auctions, negotiate with rivals, and try to eliminate those who can’t afford to pay. The board features the streets and landmarks of Aldeburgh, and each property can be turned into a complete set – increasing the rent you collect when others land on it. The game is a mix of luck (die roll) and strategy (negotiation and auctions), and the final goal remains the same: become rich and bankrupt your opponents. Player elimination happens when someone can’t pay rent or debt, which can shift the game’s course quickly. If you love the Monopoly vibe but want more tension and bargaining, Aldeburgh is a great pick. After all, who doesn’t like having a business that can turn into an empire or ruin in a blink?
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
OK
3
OK
4
OK
5
OK
6
OK
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Winning Moves UK Ltd.
Designer
Charles Darrow
Artist
(Uncredited)
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a typical game of Monopoly: Aldeburgh last?
A game usually lasts between 100 and 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and how aggressively they negotiate.
How many players is the game suitable for?
The game works well with 2 to 6 players, but the experience is richer with 4 to 5 participants.
What is the game's complexity level?
The game has medium complexity, blending simple roll-and-move rules with auction and negotiation mechanics.
What are the main components?
Board, 6 game pieces, 3 dice, money tokens, action cards, property cards and auction components.
Who is the target audience?
It’s perfect for Monopoly fans, players who enjoy bargaining, and those looking for a social game with a strategic twist.
Is there any victory condition other than getting rich?
The victory condition is the same as the classic Monopoly: be the last player with money and properties, or the last not eliminated.
What’s different compared to the classic Monopoly?
Besides the British setting, the game introduces auctions, player elimination and more intense negotiations.
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