Monopoly BID Card Game Instruction Manual

1. Introduction

The Monopoly Bid game offers an exciting, fast-paced card game experience. It combines elements of chance, luck, and strategy, where players engage in blind auctions, manage money cards, utilize Action cards to influence property ownership, and employ Wild cards to shift game dynamics. The game is structured in rounds, with each player having the opportunity to host an auction. The primary goal is to collect three complete property sets to win. This game is suitable for families and children aged 7 and up, making it an excellent choice for game nights, parties, or indoor activities.

Image 1: The Monopoly BID Card Game box.

2. Components

The Monopoly BID Card Game includes the following components:

• 110 Cards (including Property Cards, Money Cards, Action Cards, and Wild Cards)
• Game Guide

Image 2: All game components laid out, including property, money, and action cards.

3. Setup

Follow these steps to prepare for gameplay:

1. Separate Cards: Separate the Money Cards from the Property and Action Cards.
2. Shuffle Money Cards: Shuffle all Money Cards and deal 5 cards face down to each player. Players should keep their Money Cards secret.
3. Form Money Draw Pile: Place the remaining Money Cards face down to form the Money Draw Pile.
4. Shuffle Property & Action Cards: Shuffle all Property and Action Cards together.
5. Form Property Draw Pile: Place the shuffled Property and Action Cards face down to form the Property Draw Pile.
6. Determine First Player: The player who most recently visited a bank goes first. In case of a tie or dispute, the youngest player starts.

4. Gameplay

4.1. Objective

The objective of Monopoly Bid is to be the first player to collect three complete property sets.

4.2. Playing a Round

The game is played in rounds, with each player taking a turn as the auction host. A round consists of the following phases:

1. Draw Cards: At the start of their turn, each player draws 2 Money Cards from the Money Draw Pile.
2. Host an Auction: The current player (host) draws the top card from the Property Draw Pile and places it face up in the center. This card is now up for auction.
3. Blind Bidding: All players, including the host, decide how many Money Cards they want to bid for the property. They select their chosen Money Cards and hold them face down in their hand.
4. "1, 2, 3, Bid!": The host counts "1, 2, 3, Bid!" On "Bid!", all players simultaneously reveal their chosen Money Cards.
5. Winning the Bid: The player who bid the highest total value of Money Cards wins the property. They pay their bid by placing the Money Cards into a discard pile. The winning player adds the property card to their collection.
6. Tie-Breaker: If there's a tie for the highest bid, the tied players bid again using only 1 Money Card each. The highest single card wins. If still tied, the property goes back to the bottom of the Property Draw Pile.
7. Action Cards: If an Action Card is drawn, its effect is immediately resolved. Action Cards can allow players to steal properties, draw extra cards, or change the game in other ways.
8. End of Turn: After the property is awarded or the Action Card is resolved, the next player clockwise becomes the new host.

Image 3: Players engaged in a round of Monopoly BID.

4.3. Card Types

• Money Cards: Used for bidding on properties. Values vary.
• Property Cards: Represent properties in different color sets. Collect sets to win.
• Action Cards: Provide special abilities such as stealing properties, drawing extra cards, or forcing other players to pay.
• Wild Cards: Can be used as any color property to complete a set.

Image 4: A selection of Monopoly BID cards, including property and money cards.

5. Winning the Game

The first player to successfully collect three complete property sets wins the Monopoly BID Card Game. A complete property set consists of all properties of a specific color group.

6. Safety Information

Warning: Choking Hazard – Small parts may be generated. Not for children under 3 years.

7. Specifications

8. Support

For further assistance, product information, or to view other games, please visit the official Hasbro Gaming website: www.hasbrogaming.com.