Monopoly is in its core a flawed game, because it was created as criticism against capitalism. The 'cutt-throat' way to play it is buying 4 houses on your stree

Monopoly is in its core a flawed game, because it was created as criticism against capitalism. The 'cutt-throat' way to play it is buying 4 houses on your streets, but not getting a hotel. Since there is a limited supply of houses, you prevent other players from getting better, then win by attrition. The title of the game is about getting a monopoly on houses.