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Capitalism: the game logo

Capitalism: the game

This is an art game the simulates the perverse incentives of capitalist economies.

Requirements

30-60
3-99
18+

Description

The perfect game to play when you're tired of the dull conceits of traditional board games that only use play money. In Capitalism: The Game, you use the real thing....
Created by artist-theorist Michael Betancourt, this board game is played with real money! It's a fun and engaging way to learn how free market competition breeds monopolies and demonstrates first hand how this concentrations of power rapidly make the "free market" into a farce.

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Publish Date September 21, 2016
Edition Open
Department Games
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More Info Capitalism: the game web site

Why buy this?

  • art game
  • critical
  • conceptual art

Michael Betancourt

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Notes

  • This game contains a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable.

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Own It Played It Fun Priced Well High Replay Value Well Written Rules Nice Artwork

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