Monopoly Secret Vault Board Game Instruction Manual

1. Product Overview

The Monopoly Secret Vault board game introduces a unique twist to the classic property trading game. Players aim to accumulate the most wealth by buying, selling, and trading properties, with an added element of guessing the code to Mr. Monopoly's vault for extra riches.

Image: Front view of the Monopoly Secret Vault game box, featuring Mr. Monopoly gesturing towards a large, golden vault door. The game title is prominently displayed.

2. Components

Ensure all components are present before starting the game:

• Gameboard
• Plastic Vault Unit
• 6 Plastic Tokens (Scottie, Top Hat, T-Rex, Hazel, Racecar, Rubber Ducky)
• 22 Title Deed Cards
• 12 Chance Cards
• 24 Hotels
• 2 Dice
• Cardboard Money
• 4 Cardboard Keys
• Game Guide

Image: All game components, including the gameboard, vault, tokens, cards, money, and dice, laid out on a surface.

3. Setup

1. Place the Gameboard: Unfold the gameboard and place it on a flat playing surface.
2. Prepare the Vault: Fill the plastic vault unit with the designated cardboard money, hotels, and cardboard keys as instructed in the game guide. To randomize the vault code, press the side button on the vault unit three times. The code will randomly reset each time.
3. Distribute Money: Each player receives a starting amount of cardboard money as specified in the game guide.
4. Choose Tokens: Each player selects one of the 6 plastic tokens to represent them on the board.
5. Place Cards: Shuffle the Title Deed cards and place them face down on their designated spaces on the board. Shuffle the Chance cards and place them face down on their designated space.

Image: The Monopoly Secret Vault gameboard is fully set up, showing the central vault unit, player tokens, houses, hotels, and card stacks in their starting positions.

4. Operating the Game

Game Objective

The objective of the Monopoly Secret Vault game is to be the player with the most money at the end of the game.

Turn Sequence

1. Roll the Dice: On your turn, roll both dice and move your token clockwise around the board the corresponding number of spaces.
2. Action on Space: Perform the action indicated by the space you land on (e.g., buy property, pay rent, draw a Chance card, go to Jail).
3. Passing GO: Collect M200 salary each time you pass or land on the GO space.

Vault Interaction

When you land on a space that allows you to interact with the vault:

• Guess the Code: Turn the dial on the vault unit to a number from 1 to 6.
• Attempt to Open: Press the red button on the vault unit.
• Successful Opening: If the vault opens, take all the money, hotels, and cardboard keys inside. The vault will then automatically reset its code.
• Unsuccessful Attempt: If the vault does not open, your turn ends.

Special Elements

• Locked Properties: Some properties on the board are 'locked'. To unlock these, you must obtain a matching cardboard key from the vault.
• Vault Hotels: Hotels can only be acquired from the vault.

5. Maintenance

To ensure the longevity of your Monopoly Secret Vault game:

• Store all game components neatly in the original box after each use.
• Keep the gameboard and components away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Clean the plastic vault unit and tokens with a soft, dry cloth if necessary.

6. Troubleshooting

• Missing Components: If any game components are missing, please contact Hasbro customer support.
• Vault Not Opening: Ensure the dial is correctly aligned with your chosen number before pressing the red button. The code resets after each successful opening.
• Rule Clarification: Refer to the detailed game guide included in the box for comprehensive rules and clarifications.

7. Specifications

8. Warranty & Support

For warranty information or product support, please contact Hasbro customer service directly. Refer to the contact information provided on the product packaging or visit the official Hasbro website for assistance.