Are they really ruining Monopoly?

Wow!! I know I will not be one of the people looking for it on the shelves...I'm so glad I have the original.

It was already ruined.

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"Most people, especially in North America, think of Monopoly, Life, Clue and Sorry when they think of board games. Unfortunately, they also think "bored" games. In the 1980s, when America was distracted by video games, Germany began publishing "designer" games that set them apart from traditional board games. Designer games (also referred to as German-style games or Eurogames) offer shorter game length (many last between 20-60 minutes with time estimates for game play printed right on the box!), more strategy, thoughtful gameplay, superior quality game components and mechanics designed by world renowned board game designers. These games leave you wanting more, rather than wishing it would end. In fact, after you've played a few designer games, you may never play Monopoly again!"

yes, they are. But its only for this one edition. They will probably change it back for editions that come after this one.