# 80s Show-Inspired Board Games The Monopoly Stranger Things Collector's Edition is Retro By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-12 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-stranger-things-collectors-edition References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/stranger-things-monopoly-game/) & [gamestop](https://www.gamestop.com/toys/monopoly-game-stranger-things-collectors-edition-board-game/177535?cid=fds_10000777?utm_source=sdi&utm_medium=feeds&utm_campaign=PLA&utm_kxconfid=ts3whtzh8&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1LnB0oit4wIVA-DICh3paAfkEAQYAiABEgKsh_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) The Monopoly Stranger Things Collector's Edition board game has been unveiled by Hasbro as a new pastime for avid fans of the 80s-inspired show from [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellfire-club-game). The game includes a board that has been transformed into a [Hawkins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-stranger-things-hawkins-homestyle-waffles), Indiana-themed environment for participants to make their way through. Locations highlighted include Starcourt Mall, The Fairgrounds and many more that all call to mind scenes from all presently released seasons of the hit series. The Monopoly Stranger Things Collector's Edition board game also includes specialized game tokens like an Eggo waffle, Lucas' slingshot, a Dungeons & Dragons dice, Steve Harrington's baseball bat and much more. The game is priced at $50 and is presently available for preorder from [GameStop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tears-of-the-kingdom-collectors). Image Credit: Hasbro ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Board Games:** There is an opportunity to create new retro board games based on popular TV shows and movies from the 80s and 90s. - **Nostalgic Merchandise:** Brands can capitalize on the popularity of nostalgic merchandise by creating products that evoke feelings of nostalgia in consumers. - **Collector's Edition Games:** Creating limited edition games with unique themes and specialized game tokens can generate excitement and interest among fans. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can create more merchandise based on popular TV shows and movies to generate more revenue. - **Gaming:** Game companies can create more collector's edition board games with unique themes and game tokens to generate excitement among fans. - **Retail:** Retail stores can target consumers with nostalgia merchandise by creating dedicated sections in-store or online. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Show-Inspired Fantasy Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellfire-club-game.md) - [Film-Themed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-monopoly.md) - [Wizard-Themed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopolyharrypotteredition.md) - [Special-Edition Sitcom Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-its-always-sunny-in-philadelphia.md) - [Sci-Fi Series-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-puzzle-tales.md) - [Throwback Walkie-Talkie Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-upside-down-capsules-series-3.md) - [Fashion Doll Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-barbie-edition.md) - [Show-Inspired Miniature Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-polly-pocket.md) - [Immersive RGB Show Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clementoni.md)