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Trump’s crypto Monopoly-style game signals a deeper Web3 push, reflecting his shift from skeptic to builder in a still-uncertain market.
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As Bitcoin holds steady, Trump’s Web3 activity could help refocus attention on crypto innovation, regulation, and long-term adoption.
After the narrative of the Trump family’s expanded crypto existence with Bitcoin mining and stablecoin plans, presented in a previous CNF update, now, President Donald Trump appears to be doubling down on his Web3 ambitions with a new crypto gaming venture reportedly modeled after the iconic Monopoly board game.
According to a Fortune report citing insiders, the game is expected to launch by late April and will feature gameplay similar to MONOPOLY GO!, where users navigate a digital board, earn crypto rewards, and build virtual cities. As stated in a recent TheStreet.com article:
The game is being developed by Bill Zanker, a long-time friend and client of Trump who previously helped launch Trump’s NFT collections and memecoin. Zanker’s representative, Kevin Mercuri, stated that a crypto-oriented game is in development to be launched at the end of April but denied any formal association with MONOPOLY GO!, dismissing references to the board game as “hearsay.”
However, reports confirm he sought licensing rights from Hasbro, Monopoly’s parent company, in May 2024. The game, even if unofficially related to Monopoly, aligns with Trump’s broader pivot into Web3.
From Critic to Crypto Backer
Previously, we all know that Trump underwent a stark transformation—he was a vocal crypto skeptic. Back in 2021, he famously called Bitcoin a “scam against the dollar.”
Now in 2025, he’s not only embracing digital assets but actively building within the space. His efforts include launching the Trump (TRUMP) memecoin, valued at over $1.5 billion, as well as a decentralized finance initiative, World Liberty Financial.
Challenges in a Cooling Web3 Market
Despite the buzz, timing may be a challenge. According to DappRadar, daily activity in Web3 gaming dropped 6% in Q1 2025, with investment in the sector plummeting 71% from the previous quarter to just $91 million.
Ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, global trade tensions, and regulatory ambiguity have cooled investor appetite in the space, raising questions about the commercial viability of Trump’s game.
Bitcoin’s Standing Amid Web3 Hype
If Trump’s push into gaming reignites broader interest in Web3, Bitcoin and other foundational crypto assets could benefit from renewed inflows and attention.
As Trump’s crypto ventures expand, Bitcoin (BTC) remains the market main root. At the time of writing, BTC is trading around $83,740.98, with an increase of 8.23% in the past week—showing resilience despite ongoing market turbulence. See BTC price chart below:
