Monza, Capri, or Leaning Tower of Piza? If you're familiar with these, chances are you've played Monopoly Junior before! This scaled-down version of the classic board game offers endless fun for kids and adults alike. Today, we're diving into the enchanting world of Monopoly Junior Unicorn, a magical twist on the original. Let's learn the basics and start your magical real estate adventure!
Monopoly Junior Unicorn is designed for 2 to 4 players, aged 5 and above. It introduces kids to basic counting, sorting, and other essential skills, wrapped in a colorful, fantasy-themed package. The game's objective is simple: be the first to build three magical structures to win the game!
Game Setup
Before you can start building your unicorn dream home, you need to set up the game board. Here's how:
1. Open the game box and remove all components. 2. Place the game board in the middle of the table so that everyone can reach their pawn and cards. 3. Shuffle the Property and Magic cards separately and place them face down near the board. 4. Each player chooses a pawn and places it on the 'Start' space. 5. Give each player $800 (four $200 bills).
Game Components
The Monopoly Junior Unicorn edition comes with the following components:
- Gameboard
- 4 Pawns
- 20 Property Cards
- 10 Magic Cards
- 95 Playing Cards
- 1 Die
- Money pack (including $800 for each player)
Gameplay Basics
Now that your game board is set up, let's dive into the basics of gameplay:
1. The youngest player goes first and play continues clockwise. 2. On your turn, roll the die and move your pawn that number of spaces along the game path. 3. If you land on an unowned property, you can buy it by paying the price on the space. 4. If you can't afford to buy a property, or choose not to, the space remains unowned until the next player lands on it. 5. If you land on a property you own, collect the rent shown on the card.
Monopoly Money
Managing your money is crucial in Monopoly Junior Unicorn. Here's a breakdown of the currency:
- Smallest bill is $1
- Largest bill is $200
- Every player starts with $800
Building Structures
Earning money is only part of the game. Soon, you'll want to start building magical structures to win:
1. Once you own all three matching properties, you can start building your magical structure. 2. Building costs $100. 3. As soon as you complete a structure, you win the game!
Magic Cards
Magic Cards bring an extra twist to the game. They can help or hinder your opponents' progress:
- 'Jump to Space' card: Move your pawn to the space indicated. - 'Trade Hands' card: Trade hands with another player. - 'Make an Offer' card: Offer another player a deal for one of your properties.
And there you have it! You're now ready to embark on your magical Monopoly Junior Unicorn adventure. So gather your little ones, or enjoy a nostalgic trip down memory lane, and let the friendly competition begin. Happy building!