McDonald’s Monopoly is back, bringing a nostalgic favorite to a new generation
McDonald’s Monopoly game is back!
The latest edition -- which returns to McDonald's restaurants nationwide on Tuesday -- is bringing back one of the most recognizable parts of the original game: physical peel-off pieces attached to select food and drink packaging.
But while the peeling may feel familiar, the way customers play has gotten a digital update.
According to the company, players will peel a game piece and then scan it using the McDonald’s app, where they can redeem instant food prizes and rewards points, collect Monopoly properties or play a digital Chance Card game.
Eligible menu items include the Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Egg McMuffin, large fries and select large hot and cold drinks, the company said in a Sept. 22 announcement about the game's return.
For the 2026 version, McDonald’s said the game will include prizes ranging from free menu items to vacations, vehicles and cash.
The largest advertised cash prize is $1 million, which the company said would be paid as $50,000 annually over 20 years.
The promotion is scheduled to run through Nov. 1, with additional time allowed for certain digital gameplay and prize claims. McDonald’s said a no-purchase-necessary option is also available by mail.
