# Minimalist Board Game Makeovers Monopoly by Matthew Hollett Erases All Text and Monetary Items By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-12-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-by-matthew-hollett References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/354750/Minimalist-Re-Design-of-Monopoly-For-Designers/) & [matthewhollett](http://www.matthewhollett.com/projects/) Monopoly by Matthew Hollett is a complete makeover for the [iconic board game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-expansion-packs) that many grew up with and still love playing. Removing all of what the California-based designer calls excessive details, the new game board now looks like a playful square decorated with [Crayola's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1) patterned stamp marker. Entitled Onopo, the new [minimalistic Monopoly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom) by Matthew Hollett eliminates the distractions of busy text and monetary temptations. The designer replaces them with fun colorful shapes that would attract designers like himself. Even the bank notes and real estate have been altered to become desirable patterns and shapes as well. While this game might not exactly be the most alluring for youngsters, despite the vibrant graphics, its design definitely gives the classic game a twist and added challenge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Game Design:** Creating board games with stripped-down designs and minimalistic aesthetics. - **Reimagining Classic Games:** Giving iconic board games a fresh and innovative makeover. - **Interactive Graphic Elements:** Incorporating visually appealing and interactive graphic elements into traditional board games. ### Where This Applies - **Board Game Manufacturing:** Opportunity for board game manufacturers to create minimalist versions of classic games and attract a new niche market. - **Graphic Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for graphic designers to transform traditional board games into visually striking and engaging experiences. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Opportunity for retailers and e-commerce platforms to offer the latest minimalistic board game designs to meet the demand of consumers seeking unique and visually appealing gaming experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adorable Remixed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokidoki-edition-monopoly.md) - [Artistic Board Game Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-deluxe-edition.md) - [Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-crawl.md) - [Deceptive Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-crooked-cash.md) - [Financial Literacy Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-first-monopoly.md) - [Boardgame-Inspired Lifesize Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-lifesized-travel-edition.md) - [Alcohol-Centered Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-board-crawl.md) - [Bestselling Board Game Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-expansion-packs.md) - [Board Game-Themed Dynamic Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-collection.md)