Evolution launches “MONOPOLY Roll 'em”: New live dice game with 300x multipliers

Evolution, a leading provider in the live casino sector, has launched "MONOPOLY Roll 'em," a brand new live dice game. This game is another fruit of the exclusive and long-term brand partnership with entertainment conglomerate Hasbro. It integrates the classic MONOPOLY board game into a dynamic live casino format. Players can expect a fast-paced game with high multipliers and a familiar theme.

The game is designed to impress with its simple rules and rapid round progression. The developers emphasize that both new and experienced players can quickly jump into the action. The design aims for maximum engagement without diminishing the anticipation of potential high winnings.

Numbers and facts

The core of "MONOPOLY Roll 'em" revolves around simple predictions and potentially lucrative multipliers. Players bet on specific outcomes, which are determined by two live dice shakers. The game tasks players with predicting the movement of the iconic MONOPOLY top hat token across a streamlined 12-square board.

Winning dice totals range from 2 to 12. There are distinct betting options: "Low" covers totals between 2 and 6, "Seven" is for an exact total of 7, and "High" covers totals between 8 and 12. Alternatively, players can target specific numbers from 2 to 12 for higher multiplier potential. The most exciting feature is the "building phase" where digital MONOPOLY houses appear randomly on the 12-square board, stacking multipliers coefficients up to a maximum of x300. This mechanism allows payouts to scale substantially.

Todd Haushalter, Evolution's Chief Product Officer, highlighted the product's design philosophy: > "MONOPOLY Roll'em takes the instantly recognisable MONOPOLY brand and applies it to a straightforward, fast-moving dice format. The result is a live game that is easy to understand from the first round, but still creates anticipation as houses appear on the board and multipliers begin to build."

Background

This release is not Evolution's first foray into the MONOPOLY universe. Back on April 11, 2019, Evolution Gaming launched "MONOPOLY Live," a special edition of their popular Dream Catcher money wheel game. That earlier version, created via a sublicense from Scientific Games in partnership with Hasbro, also leveraged augmented reality and 3D bonus rounds featuring Mr. MONOPOLY.

That earlier game highlighted Evolution's strategy to meld mass brand recognition with live casino simplicity. Martin Carlesund, Group CEO at Evolution Gaming, stated at the time: > "MONOPOLY Live is a very exciting launch for Evolution and its licensees. It is the epitome of the highly visual and entertaining games in our fast-growing Game Shows category. This is a landmark moment for Evolution — to launch a Live Casino version of such an iconic and well-loved game in association with Scientific Games and Hasbro."

Mark Blecher, Hasbro's SVP of Corporate Strategy and Business Affairs, also commented on the partnership in 2019: > "At Hasbro, we are always eager to offer fans new, innovative ways to interact with the iconic MONOPOLY brand. We are thrilled to see MR. MONOPOLY transport into a 3D world to host MONOPOLY Live and bring the fast-paced world of real-estate into Live Casino entertainment."

This continuous partnership reflects a clear strategy both for Evolution and Hasbro to expand the MONOPOLY brand into the digital gambling space, focusing on interactive and recognizable experiences.

Why it matters for German players

The German online gambling market is subject to strict regulations under the Glücksspielstaatsvertrag 2021 (GlüStV 2021). While live casino games like "MONOPOLY Roll 'em" are popular internationally, their availability for players in Germany with a German license is complicated. The GlüStV 2021 primarily focuses on online slot machines and prohibits live table games and live casino game shows within the German licensing framework.

German licensed online casinos, those listed on the GGL-Whitelist (Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder), are not permitted to offer live casino games like "MONOPOLY Roll 'em." This means that for players who strictly adhere to the German regulatory framework, this new game will not be directly accessible through legally licensed providers in Germany.

The GlüStV 2021 also imposes other restrictions, such as a maximum stake of 1 Euro per spin for slot machines and a monthly deposit limit of 1,000 Euro across all licensed providers. Player protection measures, including a central lock file (LUGAS) and various self-exclusion options, are also mandatory. These regulations aim to combat problem gambling and ensure fair play, but they also limit the range of games available compared to international markets.

What it means for GGL-licensed casinos

For online casinos holding a German license from the GGL, the launch of "MONOPOLY Roll 'em" means no direct change to their game offerings. These operators must adhere strictly to the GlüStV 2021, which explicitly excludes live casino games. Their focus remains on providing slots that comply with German requirements, including the 1 Euro spin limit and responsible gaming tools.

Thus, players in GGL-licensed casinos will not find "MONOPOLY Roll 'em" or similar live game shows. The German market's stringent framework has created a distinct landscape where player safety and regulation are prioritized over a broad international game selection. Operators wishing to offer games like "MONOPOLY Roll 'em" would need to operate under different jurisdictions, which are not recognized by the German regulatory body and may expose players to less protected environments. This highlights the ongoing divergence between the regulated German market and the broader international online casino landscape.