Relive the Chaos of the Griswolds

Built under license by Hasbro, this new edition allows fans to dive back into the quirky world of the Griswold family, famously featured in the Christmas comedy classic, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Now, you can buy, sell, and trade iconic locations from the movie like Clark’s Lighting Display, Griswold Family Christmas Tree Site, and many more.

Custom Tokens and New Features

But that’s not all. The game features custom movie-inspired tokens, including a Dry Turkey, Chainsaw, Squirrel, Snots, Marty Moose Eggnog Glass, and Film Reel. Players can use these tokens to navigate the board, setting up Houses—now humorously renamed as “Decorations”—and Hotels, which are now called “Christmas Spirit.”

Watch out, though! Along your merry way, you may find yourself stuck with payments for Chemical Toilet Storm Drain and Jelly of the Month, which could set you back on your quest to win.

Special Cards for Extra Fun

The game incorporates special “Hap-Hap-Happiest Christmas” (Community Chest) and “Save the Neck for Me, Clark!” (Chance) cards. Use these to accumulate more Griswold Bucks and outwit your opponents. Be the last player standing with Griswold Bucks to claim victory.

Game Details

Designed for two to six players, the game is suited for ages 15 and up. Priced at an MSRP of $44.99, MONOPOLY®: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Edition is already available for purchase on The Op’s website.

“We’re thrilled to be adding another iconic license to our line, especially the hilarious classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” said Dane Chapin, CEO of The Op. “We love making new, custom versions of MONOPOLY and are especially excited to launch this one ahead of the holidays.”

Designed by Alicia Zur-Szpiro and Saar Shai, the game demands sharp hand-eye coordination and wits from its players. Participants take turns to identify common traits between randomly paired characters, spanning adorable animals, a variety of colors, an array of foods, and an assortment of moods.

“Claim the stack if you’re the quickest,” states the official game instructions. “When the deck runs out, whoever has the most cards wins!” This straightforward concept, combined with the game’s vibrant illustrations and creative themes, ensures Mish Match is easy to learn and enjoyable to play, regardless of age.

Moreover, the game’s versatility allows for a fresh play experience every time. With countless combinations possible, no two games are the same. For seasoned players looking for a twist, they can challenge themselves by identifying matches between the top card and other table elements, such as sunglasses and skates.

Mish Match is suitable for 2-8 players aged eight and up. It’s priced at $9.99, and can be purchased at local game stores or The Op’s online shop. Perfect for outdoor gatherings, picnics, or pool parties, the game adds an element of joyful competition to any event.

The MONOPOLY: Iron Maiden Edition comes at a time when the band is kicking off its highly anticipated FuturePast Tour. The unique piece of tabletop memorabilia allows fans to relive some of the band’s greatest live performances.

Keeping in line with the traditional MONOPOLY rules, players can buy, sell, and trade properties named after classic Iron Maiden albums like ‘The Number of the Beast,’ ‘Brave New World,’ ‘Senjutsu,’ and more. The goal is to bankrupt opponents and be the last player standing with the band’s notorious mascot Eddie adorning the currency.

Eddie also features on the traditional Chance and Community Chest cards, which have been renamed “Feeling Lucky?” and “Open the Box.” Fans and players alike will be entertained with various instances of success and brushes with bad luck, in the true spirit of Iron Maiden.

The game also includes six custom-sculpted pewter tokens, tributes to the band’s records and gear, such as an Albatross, Amp Stack, Flying Helmet, Nicko’s Drum Kit, Wasted Years Computer, and Steve’s Bass.

Rod Smallwood, Manager of Iron Maiden, expressed delight at MONOPOLY getting “the full Eddie treatment.” According to Smallwood, the game embodies the humor and unique history associated with the band, providing fans with an experience they have come to expect from Iron Maiden.

The launch of the Iron Maiden Edition of MONOPOLY coincides with The Future Past Tour 2023, with shows scheduled across Europe until August. The band will bring their celebration of heavy metal to North America in the fall, starting with the Power Trip Festival in Indio, California this October, followed by three shows in western Canada.

Dane Chapin, CEO of The Op, said, “We’re excited to add another prolific license to our line with the launch of MONOPOLY: Iron Maiden Edition and provide fans with a new collectible that merges one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time with Hasbro’s timeless Fast-Dealing Property Trading Game.”

The Iron Maiden Edition of MONOPOLY (MSRP: $44.99) is now available from The Op Games.

From the post:

Welcome to The Op’s newly launched Disney Sorcerer’s Arena: Epic Alliances online hub! I’m excited to share it with you, so allow me to introduce myself.

I’m Sean Fletcher, often known as “Fletch,” and I designed Disney Sorcerer’s Arena: Epic Alliances. Inspired by the popular mobile game, this is a tabletop board game where players face off with teams of Disney and Pixar characters to deliver knockouts and score points. Among the games I’ve designed so far, this is one of my all-time favorites, and I hope it’ll be one of yours too!

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Usaopoly® (The Op), the board game and puzzle publisher behind the best-selling party games Telestrations® and Blank Slate, has announced a new partnership with One Tree Planted, a non-profit environmental charity, as part of The Op’s latest initiative to improve our home state of California. “The Op GiveBack Program”, which focuses on Environmental and Community improvements, includes planting one tree seedling for every game sold on TheOp.games website.“To acknowledge the use of trees in the production of our products, we wanted to take action that would lend to the restoration of expended or destroyed resources, which aligns with One Tree Planted’s commitment to global reforestation, and also contributes to the beautification of our home. We will be planting a tree for every order placed on our website to ensure that the sustainability of our games reflects the long-lasting memories made by the families that enjoy them” said John M. Davis, President and CEO, The Op.

The Corporate Tree Planting partnership entails replenishing forests throughout California with up to 20,000 trees through 2021, with One Tree Planted providing the care and transplanting of the seedlings. With the charitable organization’s facilitation, The Op is able to make real-world impact through measurable results that involve the community.

“Restoring California’s landscapes for cleaner air, water, and biodiversity has been one of our key focus areas in the US for several years now” said Matt Hill, Chief Environmental Evangelist at One Tree Planted. “We’re happy to have the support of The Op in creating a healthy environment close to home.”

The Op has contributed to over 50 different local and national groups since the company’s beginning in 1994 including Toys for Tots, Habitat for Humanity, National Park Foundation, and Operation Smile, to name a few. The decision to plant trees reflects their ever-evolving dedication to giving beyond monetary and material gifts to schools and non-profits, in order to improve the health of our planet, the future habitat of our youth, and the world’s generations to come.

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From the release:

A terrifying side of Batman you’ve never seen is taunting you to cross paths with him and his host of the most dangerous DC Super-Villains this side of Gotham City in The Batman Who Laughs Rising—the latest and darkest addition to The Op’s Rising line of cooperative card and dice games—and it’s available now, if you dare!

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From the release:

The Op has unleashed your entry to a global opposition, fusing the classic game of conquest with a boundless fight for control over the future. Welcome to RISK: Warhammer 40,000!

It is the 41^st millennium – a grimdark future where humanity fights for survival on countless planets across the galaxy, including the Imperial planet Vigilus. Stand by your army of choice in The Battle of the War of the Beasts, as one of five powerful Factions—Ultramarines, Orks, Chaos Space Marines, Aeldari Craftworlds, and Genestealer Cults—each powerful in combat by virtue of specialized vehicles and tactics.

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Usaopoly (The Op), a leading tabletop games publisher, is teaming up with Disney and Pixar, creators of Onward, to allow fans to bring home a real-life piece of the story with Quests of Yore: Barley’s Edition, a unique role-playing experience inspired by the game seen in the movie.

Onward is set in a modern suburban fantasy world and tells the story of two teenage elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot, on a quest to conjure enough magic to spend 24 hours with their late father. On their journey, the brothers encounter treacherous obstacles and must deploy magical tactics culled from Quests of Yore, Barley’s favorite role-playing board game. The magical story of Onward was inspired by Pixar movie director Dan Scanlon’s real-life experience of his own father.

Together, The Op and Disney and Pixar are thrilled to make Ian and Barley’s game a reality for fans of Onward and role-playing games (RPGs). Quests of Yore: Barley’s Edition will deliver an imaginative and immersive fantasy gameplay experience, where the “Quest Master” unfolds the story narrative while players develop, enrich and actualize their characters along their journey.

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From the website:

The mystery and wonder of one of the most memorable franchises of all time is going home with Disney and gaming fans today in the form of a new vessel. The highly anticipated and fantastical collection-bound creation Talisman: Disney Kingdom Hearts Editionis here!

Brought to life by a partnership between The Op Games|usaopoly and Games Workshop Ltd, the sentimental pairing of digital and analog IPs puts players in the shoes of their favorite Disney Kingdom Hearts characters such as Sora, Kairi, Riku, King Mickey and others for a unique twist on the adventure hobby game known for gathering RPG enthusiasts around the globe. 

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From the announcement:

TV’s favorite family is ready for game night with Codenames: The Simpsons! The longest-running animated comedy is celebrating 30 years of hilarious and dysfunctional antics comes to one of the best tabletop party games and right in time for the holidays! 

The fun, easy to learn cooperative word and picture deduction game for 2-8+ players will be featuring your favorite characters from The Simpsons. Including Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie, Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders, Principal Skinner, Krusty the Clown, Moe, Milhouse, Ralph Wiggum, Chief Wiggum, Comic Book Guy, and many more! Players help their teammates locate secret Agents who are concealed among a grid of The Simpsons series references using only one-word clues.

In Codenames: The Simpsons, two teams compete to see who can make contact with all of their agents first. Spymasters give clues which can guide their team to multiple cards on the board. Their teammates try to guess words of the right color while avoiding those that belong to the opposing team. In Codenames: The Simpsons, win or lose, it’s fun to figure out all the clues! 

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