McDonald's axes Monopoly game after 20 years
New 'World Menu Heist' promotion to launch with international items.
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McDonald's has announced the end of its annual Monopoly game, which has run for two decades. The fast-food chain confirmed the decision earlier this month, leaving customers disappointed. The last iteration of the game took place between September 10 and October 21, 2025, offering prizes such as £100,000 cash, holidays, and free menu items.
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In place of the Monopoly game, McDonald's is launching a new 'World Menu Heist' promotion. The company has teased the upcoming feature on social media with images of a gold vault adorned with various symbols, including a snowflake, a map of Australia, and abbreviations for countries like India (IND) and the Netherlands (NLD). The caption for the social media post read: “cheese... padlock... whatever it means I’m in”.
The 'World Menu Heist' will introduce menu items inspired by different countries. These include the Big Rösti from Germany and the S'mores McFlurry from Canada. Other items featured will be from the UAE, the Netherlands, India, China, and Australia. The promotion is set to begin on Tuesday, September 22, in McDonald's restaurants across the UK and Ireland.
A McDonald's spokesperson stated: "We know how much our customers love our promotions, from the brand-new launch of CARDS in March, to our first-ever XBOX partnership as part of the Side Missions launch. We're always looking for new ways to surprise and delight our customers, and while Monopoly won't feature in 2026, we'll continue listening closely to what they enjoy most as we shape future promotions."
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+Why is McDonald's ending its Monopoly game?
McDonald's has confirmed that its annual Monopoly game will not be returning after 20 years. The company stated it is looking for new ways to surprise and delight customers and will continue to listen to feedback for future promotions.
+When is the new McDonald's promotion starting?
The new 'World Menu Heist' promotion is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, September 22. It will be available in McDonald's restaurants across the UK and Ireland.
+What international items will be available?
The 'World Menu Heist' promotion will feature items from various countries. These include the Big Rösti from Germany and the S'mores McFlurry from Canada, alongside other international offerings.
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