MONOPOLY GO! Guide to Understanding the Jail Mechanism

In MONOPOLY GO, jail can be one of the trickiest places to be. Some players see it as a significant setback while others may exploit it to get an edge. The jail acts as a barrier to the otherwise fast-paced game of Monopoly Go. As the factors that land you in jail depend entirely on sheer luck, there’s nothing much you can do to avoid going to jail.

The Monopoly Go Dice is the ultimate factor that decides whether you will spend your time being locked up or building your empire. But what most players don’t realize is that even if you are behind bars, you can use your time there to your advantage. That’s what we will be covering in this guide. How you can land in jail, how to get out, and all the pros and cons of your time in the clink.

How do you land in jail in MONOPOLY GO!

There are various ways through which you can end up in jail in Monopoly Go. And the sad part is, you can’t do anything to avoid them, as they are purely based on chance. These elements are specifically designed to create obstacles for you while you are trying to build your empire.

The presence of these elements also brings in a lot of excitement as jail doesn’t just affect the game of the player in it, but also the game of players outside it. Therefore, you should pay attention to all these possibilities at all times during the game. So, the various ways of landing in jail are-

• Ending up on the “Go to Jail” Tile: If you land on the Go to Jail tile, located in the corner of the board, you will be sent to jail.
• Rolling the same digits three times in a row: If you get the same number on both dice for three consecutive turns, then you might have to spend some time in the clink!
• Getting a “Go To Jail” Card: If you draw a “Go To Jail” card from the Community Chest or the Chance chest, then what happens next is pretty obvious. Well, let’s just say you won’t be buying any properties anytime soon.

How to get out of jail in MONOPOLY GO!

So, you got yourself locked up. No worries. Just like there are plenty of ways of getting in, there are plenty to walk out. Some are a bit easy. Some, not so much. While some might just be dependent upon your good luck, others might leave a dent in your pocket. We will be discussing all of them. You can get out of jail in the following ways:

• Rolling the same digits: If you can get a combination of the same digits on the dice in the next three turns, you are free to walk out. However, you do not get another roll after rolling a double.
• Using a “Get Out of Jail Free” Card: If you have a Get Out of Jail Free Card, you can use that and get out of jail for free in your next turn. Alternatively, you could also buy a Get out of Jail Free Card from another player at a mutually agreed price.
• Paying a fine: During your next two turns, you can choose to pay a fine of $50 and move ahead in your journey to conquer those lands.   

In case you run out of dice rolls, you could also buy Monopoly Go Dice to replenish your rolls and get out of jail quickly.

Pros and cons of being locked up

While getting stuck in jail might look lame to a lot of people, it also has its benefits. Jail, in Monopoly Go, is just like any other thing in the world, which has a silver lining. It all depends on the player.

Amateur players see it as a roadblock to their growth, while smart players might see it as the ultimate “unfair advantage”. Apart from the advantages, we will also be looking at the downsides of jail time.

No Rent and avoiding heists are part of the advantages

• No Rent: During the later phase of the game, there would be a lot of hotels building up on properties, which would lead to a significant increase in rent prices. By staying in jail, you could avoid landing on these properties and paying high rents. Meanwhile, you will be able to collect rent, buy, sell, or mortgage your properties, ensuring a steady income.
• Avoid Heist or Landmark Events: While being in jail, you could avoid being targeted during Heists and Landmark Events.
• Rewards: By using a Get Out of Jail Free Card, you could win some Sticker Packs or spins.

Lack of growth is a serious negative

• Slow Growth: Landing up in jail during the early phase of the game can slow your growth and restrict you from acquiring properties.
• No $200 for you: If you pass through the “Go” space on your way to jail, you do not receive the $200 as you normally would.

Conclusion

Therefore, being in jail can be beneficial or detrimental to your gameplay depending upon factors such as the phase of the game, the skill of the player, etc. You need to make sure that you are always prepared for the possibility of being locked up and acquire as many Get Out of Jail Cards as possible.

Jail can be a place that allows you to avoid high rents while enabling you to pool up your money for the later game. You just need to know when to stay in and when to get out. So, plan your moves, play it smart, and make sure to have fun.

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