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McDonald’s Monopoly Returns: Your Chance to Win Big Starting October 6
McDonald’s Monopoly: McDonald’s iconic MONOPOLY game returns on October 6, 2025, featuring both physical and digital game pieces. Customers can enjoy multiple chances to win exciting prizes while sharing a nostalgic experience. The promotion runs through November 2, 2025.
Last Updated on October 7, 2025 by Daily News Staff
Hold onto your top hats—the game that defined a generation is back.
McDonald’s Monopoly Returns
After nearly a decade away, McDonald’s iconic MONOPOLY game is making its triumphant return to the U.S. on October 6, 2025. But this isn’t just a nostalgic rerun. The Golden Arches are bringing the beloved promotion into the modern era with a digital twist that gives fans more ways to play—and more chances to win.
The Thrill of the Peel Gets a 21st-Century Upgrade
Remember the rush of peeling back those game pieces on your fries box? That classic experience is back, but now it’s joined by digital game pieces available through the McDonald’s app. It’s the best of both worlds: the tactile satisfaction of physical pieces meets the convenience of mobile play.
“Our fans have been clamoring for the return of MONOPOLY at McDonald’s, and we’re thrilled to bring it back with a modern, digital spin,” said Alyssa Buetikofer, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at McDonald’s USA. “This game is a core memory for so many customers, and we’re excited that those memories can now be shared across generations.”
And she’s right. For millions of Americans, McDonald’s MONOPOLY isn’t just a promotion—it’s a ritual, a shared experience that spans kitchen tables and car rides, parents and kids, winners and almost-winners.
Ready to get started? Download the McDonald’s app now and pre-register before October 5 to claim your 500 bonus MyMcDonald’s Rewards points.
How to Play (It’s Easier Than Landing on Boardwalk)
Getting in on the action is simple:
1. Register Early, Win Early
Download the McDonald’s app between September 29 and October 5 to pre-register and score 500 bonus MyMcDonald’s Rewards points. You’re basically winning before the game even starts.
2. Order Your Favorites
Starting October 6, more than 30 menu items are eligible for game pieces—from breakfast staples like the Egg McMuffin to lunch and dinner classics like the Quarter Pounder with Cheese and large fries. Some items come with physical game pieces; others unlock digital pieces when you order through the app.
3. Peel, Scan, and Play
Physical pieces? Peel them off your packaging and scan them in the app. Digital pieces? “Peel” them right on your phone. Either way, you’ll instantly see if you’ve won a prize or collected a property piece.
4. Double Your Chances with Bonus Play
Every game piece—win or lose—earns you a Bonus Play for a second shot at prizes through November 2. That means two chances to win with every eligible purchase.
Prizes Worth Playing For
This isn’t Monopoly money we’re talking about. The prize pool is stacked with rewards that range from delicious to life-changing:
- 1 million American Airlines AAdvantage miles (because who doesn’t want to fly first class for the next decade?)
- $50,000 vacation to a MONOPOLY GO! destination like Paris, Maui, or Tokyo
- $10,000 Lowe’s shopping spree (25 winners)
- 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited (5 winners)
- $1 million cash prize (paid out as $50,000 annually for 20 years)
- Exclusive Coca-Cola experiences for two
- And of course, free food galore—Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuits, Double Cheeseburgers, Snack Wraps, and MyMcDonald’s Rewards points
With 1-in-5 odds to win at the game’s outset (mostly food prizes), your chances are better than you might think.
A Game That Brings Generations Together
“MONOPOLY has been a cornerstone of play for nine decades, bringing families and friends together for fun and connection,” said Brian Baker, Senior Vice President of Board Games at Hasbro. “This iconic promotion captures that same spirit.”
He’s onto something. In a world where so much feels fragmented, there’s something beautifully simple about bonding over a shared game piece, a collected property set, or the collective groan when someone else snags Park Place.
No Purchase? No Problem.
Want to play but don’t want to buy? McDonald’s has you covered. Visit amoe.playatmcd.com to request a game piece without purchase. The promotion runs through November 2, 2025 (or while game pieces last), with a final deadline to play any game piece by 11:59:59 p.m. local time on November 23, 2025.
The Bottom Line
McDonald’s MONOPOLY is more than a promotion—it’s a cultural moment. Whether you’re a veteran who remembers the original runs or a first-timer curious about the hype, this is your chance to peel, play, and maybe—just maybe—win big.
So download the app, pre-register for those bonus points, and get ready. Starting October 6, the game is on.
For full rules, prize details, and more information, visit playatmcd.com.
Don’t just dream of MONOPOLY Money—play for the real thing. The next big winner could be you.
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