# Digital Crossover Board Games The Uncharted: Monopoly Board Game Expands the Franchise By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-04 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncharted-monopoly References: [comicbook](http://comicbook.com/approved/2017/07/28/uncharted-monopoly/) The wildly popular Uncharted video game series is about to expand into a new market with the announcement of the Uncharted: Monopoly board game. Set to launch on August 25, the board game is presently being made available for pre-order in extremely limited quantities in order to enhance the rarity of the new release. The game will enable players to merge their love for the [video game franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-go-and-marvel) with the classic game style of Monopoly in order to offer fans a new way to play. The Uncharted: Monopoly board game is officially described by the brand in a release that read: "Follow the path of globe-trotting hero Nathan Drake as he hunts treasure in locations across the Uncharted games. Tour the board from the [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-entertainment-board-games) Temple to Avery’s Ship via the London Underground and Madagascar. Will you take a ride on Hog Wild or stowaway on a cruise ship?" ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 62% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Digital Board Game Crossovers:** The success of the Uncharted: Monopoly board game demonstrates the potential for merging popular video game franchises with traditional board game formats. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Releasing the Uncharted: Monopoly board game in limited quantities creates exclusivity and enhances the rarity of the product. - **Fan Engagement:** The Uncharted: Monopoly board game offers fans a new way to engage with their favorite video game franchise in a physical, interactive format. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Board Game Industry:** The success of the Uncharted: Monopoly board game highlights the potential for collaboration between the video game and board game industries. - **Collectibles Industry:** Releasing limited edition board games with a popular franchise creates opportunities for the collectibles industry to tap into the enthusiasm of fans. - **Gaming Merchandise:** The Uncharted: Monopoly board game demonstrates the demand for merchandise that allows fans to interact with their favorite video game franchises beyond digital gameplay. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Entertainment Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-entertainment-board-games.md) - [Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-crawl.md) - [Mash-Up Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-scrabble.md) - [Trading Card Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-prizm-nba-2nd-edition-board-game.md) - [Alcohol-Centered Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-board-crawl.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-of-us-escape-the-dark.md) - [Boardgame-Inspired Lifesize Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-lifesized-travel-edition.md) - [Bestselling Board Game Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-expansion-packs.md) - [Sports-Themed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-panini-prizm.md)