Parents' Guide to MONOPOLY HERE & NOW: The World Edition for iPad

When it comes to a classic board game like Monopoly, there will always be people who automatically dislike any tinkering or updating, which MONOPOLY HERE & NOW: THE WORLD EDITION does in spades. If you're among those, don't bother with this globally-themed version that prices its properties in the millions of dollars. The app also offers players "sleight of hand" powers that allow them to legally cheat for a turn, like skipping the dice and choosing how many spaces you want to move. Of course, these elements can bring renewed interest to players who have long ago grown tired of the same old Monopoly. The fun and beautifully rendered animations also help to breathe new life into an old standard. And let's face it: Monopoly is much more fun when you're playing live opponents rather than computer AI (Artificial Intelligence). This is why you'll appreciate not only the ability to play friends on other devices via WiFi, but also the great pass-and-play mode which lets four people play on one iPad.