Box cover of the "ELECTRONIC MALL MADNESS" board game featuring an illustrated shopping mall with players and a large headshot of a smiling girl, with text highlighting that the game talks and is for ages 9 and up, for 2 to 4 players.
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Mall Madness (1988)

ByMichail

Mall Madness

“Mall Madness” is a shopping-themed board game released by Milton Bradley in 1988. The game was designed to capture the excitement of going on a shopping spree with friends and has been active since its initial release. The game has been re-released several times, including a 2020 edition.

Why is Mall Madness Popular?

The game is popular due to its nostalgic appeal and its ability to simulate the experience of shopping in a mall. It was released at the height of the 1980s shopping splurge, making it a perfect fit for the time. The game has been featured in commercials targeting a younger female demographic and has even had special-edition versions, such as Hannah Montana and Littlest Pet Shop.

Game Components of Mall Madness

The game includes:
– A box
– A game board
– An electronic computer
– An instruction manual
– Six plastic wall pieces
– Four rubber pads to prevent wall pieces from slipping

Game Setup of Mall Madness

The game is designed for 2-4 players and can be set up in 1-5 minutes. Players navigate a two-story shopping mall, aiming to successfully spend all their disposable income on acquiring six items from the shopping list and returning to the parking lot.

Gameplay Mechanics of Mall Madness

Players take turns moving their electronic computer around the mall, selecting items from the list and trying to avoid going bankrupt. The game is centered around the exciting experience of going on a shopping spree with friends.

Game Objective of Mall Madness

The objective of the game is to be the player who successfully spends all their disposable income on acquiring six items from the shopping list and returning to the parking lot.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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