It certainly feels like a well-timed hint, but it could also just be a smart marketing move. Hasbro knows how to generate buzz, and launching a Boston-themed Monopoly game right when they’re weighing a headquarters move keeps them in the news and builds goodwill in the city.
If they were just playing to both markets, you’d expect a Providence version too. The fact that Boston is getting the spotlight could be telling—especially with Mr. Monopoly making rounds at City Hall and the State House. Maybe it’s not a confirmation, but it’s definitely adding fuel to the speculation.
What’s your gut feeling—real clue or just a clever promotion?