How many people have played monopoly?

It's impossible to know exactly how many people have played Monopoly. Here's why:

* No Central Registry: There's no official database tracking every person who has ever played the game.

* Wide Distribution: Monopoly has been sold in billions of copies worldwide.

* Variety of Play: People play in homes, at parties, in schools, and in other settings.

We can make some educated guesses:

* Popularity: Monopoly is one of the most popular board games of all time.

* Sales Figures: While Hasbro doesn't disclose exact sales figures, it's estimated that over 275 million copies have been sold globally.

* Multiple Generations: Monopoly has been played by people of all ages for decades, and many families pass down the game through generations.

It's safe to say that hundreds of millions, if not billions, of people have played Monopoly at least once in their lifetime.