The Jackbox Party Pack 2

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The Jackbox Party Pack 2 is a collection of five party games that require player input via smartphones or web browsers. Games include the trivia and drawing game FibbageKing Fridge Freezes, a word association game Quiplash XL, and a surprise party game Bidiots. It's a great choice for virtual game nights with friends or family.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,498 reviews

humor258 positive mentions

Quiplash XL and Fibbage 2 are standout games that provide endless laughs and are great for parties.
The variety of games in the pack, including Bidiots and Bomb Corp, offers something for everyone and encourages teamwork and creativity.
The game is easy to set up and play, requiring only a smartphone or tablet, making it accessible for all ages.

Earwax is often seen as the weakest game in the pack, with gameplay that can feel repetitive and luck-based.
Bidiots can be confusing for new players, and its auction mechanics may not appeal to everyone.
Some players feel that the pack lacks the depth and replayability of newer Jackbox games, making it less appealing compared to later installments.

humor
262 mentions
98 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in the Jackbox Party Pack series is widely praised for its ability to generate laughter through creative prompts and absurd scenarios, particularly in games like Quiplash and Fibbage. Players often highlight the game's capacity to reveal the comedic talents (or lack thereof) of their friends, leading to both hilarious and sometimes darkly humorous moments. While some games may feel repetitive or less engaging over time, the overall experience is characterized by a fun, lighthearted atmosphere that can bring people together for memorable and laughter-filled sessions.
- “Quiplash is an ornery fill-in-the-blank game that keeps us laughing for hours.”
- “This game will have you laughing so hard you cry.”
- “The humor is great in this game, and the teamwork aspect is cool, very different from the other at-each-other's-throats games in the packs.”
- “Buns and not funny or fun”
- “Buns and not funny or fun”
gameplay
40 mentions
20 % positive mentions
73 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring a variety of party games that offer creative mechanics and fun challenges, such as drawing tasks in Bidiots and the infinite replayability of Fibbage. However, some players find the controls confusing and the overall experience inconsistent, with certain games feeling rushed or lacking depth. Despite these issues, the flexibility and family-friendly options enhance the overall enjoyment for many players.
- “This is a good collection of party games and makes some much-needed improvements to mechanics and configuration, although it's still missing a bit of the configuration that later Jackbox Party Pack games have.”
- “Gameplay is tight and very creative, playing into the plot perfectly.”
- “Love the variety of gameplay, and the mood shifts depending on who you're playing with.”
- “No teaching controls, no explaining mechanics, just 'look at the TV, go to that site, enter the code.' I don't care if you have an Android, iPhone, or cheap knockoff iPad; if you have an internet browser, you can play this game.”
- “The gameplay is really confusing; I get screwed over, even without someone using a screw.”
- “Earwax is fun to play to laugh at the silly sounds, but is rather lacking in real gameplay, and Quiplash is perhaps too difficult to keep everyone laughing.”
graphics
30 mentions
20 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the art style as "amazing" and noting significant visual upgrades in newer packs. However, some players feel that the overall presentation lacks interest, particularly in comparison to previous titles like Fibbage 3 and 4, which introduced more aesthetic changes. While the visuals are generally rated highly, the soundtrack and certain gameplay elements have drawn criticism, suggesting a disparity in quality across the series.
- “The game's art style is amazing.”
- “Visuals: 10/10”
- “I'm not sure who worked on this game, but this game is so different from the others in the pack, both in visual aesthetic and gameplay quality.”
- “I'm not sure who worked on this game, whether it be a different group internally or a secret different studio altogether, but this game is so different from the others in the pack, both in visual aesthetic and gameplay quality.”
- “Fibbage 3 and 4 brought a lot of aesthetic changes that made them stand out, and this having the same final round as Fibbage XL doesn't really help much.”
- “Visuals are updated in the newer one, so you might just end up playing that one.”
music
30 mentions
20 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in Quiplash XL receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchy and memorable soundtrack, while others criticize it for being overpowering and not as remarkable as previous installments. Many users express frustration over the inability to adjust the volume of the music and commentary, which can disrupt gameplay, especially during video chats. Overall, while the soundtrack has its fans, it also presents significant drawbacks that affect the gaming experience.
- “Great soundtrack too!”
- “Has some sweet, sweet, sweeeeeeet music.”
- “The soundtrack is such an earworm, the characters (I'm gonna coin the term 'quipsters' for these little guys) are clever, with my favorites being light blue, green, and yellow, and the prompts are amazing.”
- “With that being said though, Quiplash XL's biggest drawback is the soundtrack, which isn't remarkable compared to what was given in 2 and maybe 3.”
- “One critique with Quiplash XL is the music; it can feel slow during certain points (especially writing rounds), which can kill the mood of the room.”
- “This is a huge turn-off for me; it makes the game massively inconvenient for anyone who wants to listen to their own music.”
replayability
30 mentions
53 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
Overall, the Jackbox games are praised for their high replayability, with many titles offering hours of fun and engaging gameplay, particularly in a party setting. However, some games within the packs, like Fibbage 2 and Bomb Corp, are noted for having limited replay value due to their similarities or lack of variety. While newer versions enhance replayability with custom rounds, the overall experience remains enjoyable and worth revisiting.
- “Each and every game here is super fun and super replayable for hours and hours of party game time!”
- “Heaps of replay value and truly is the best party game out there.”
- “All games have really great replayability and fun to them, even Bidiots!”
- “Fun with friends for sure, but doesn't have a ton of replayability.”
- “The only things dragging it is mostly Fibbage 2 being very similar and Bomb Corp not having too much replayability besides the bomb gauntlet.”
- “Innovative idea though, but not that replayable in the long run.”
story
28 mentions
21 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is described as both engaging and convoluted, with players navigating a humorous yet repetitive narrative centered around bomb defusal and mundane tasks. While the gameplay is creative and offers a sense of personal evolution, the story mode can feel slow and frustrating, particularly for less engaged players. Overall, it serves as a backdrop for cooperative play, though its execution may leave some players wanting more depth.
- “Is a very fun game to play, and there's a story to be told in the game that is interesting, but I have yet to finish the game in its entirety.”
- “Each game is a chapter in the story of my personal evolution, serving as both a source of solace and a conduit for connection.”
- “Instructions become more convoluted as you progress through the 'days' of your story as a bomb diffusing intern, and will begin overriding one another.”
- “See, there is no story to be told; you have to defuse bombs (and file paperwork and make coffee) in an endless cycle.”
- “The 'story mode' is frustratingly slow, however, with awful jokes (basically just 'haha how random are we!!!') which get super repetitive.”
- “Instructions become more convoluted as you progress through the 'days' of your story as a bomb-diffusing intern, and will begin overriding one another.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong feelings of sadness, particularly when experienced in a social context with friends, highlighting its emotional impact.
- “This game made me feel a deep sense of sadness while playing with friends.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a chaotic and hectic vibe, particularly during auctioning, which many players find enjoyable and engaging.
- “This can make auctioning a bit chaotic and hectic, and I like this atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Quiplash benefits from effective browser-based automation, resulting in a smooth gameplay experience reminiscent of games like Apples to Apples and Cards Against Humanity. Overall, players appreciate the optimization that enhances the game's performance.
- “Quiplash is basically Apples to Apples/Cards Against Humanity, but the automation via the browser makes things run smoothly.”
- “The optimization in Quiplash allows for seamless gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The browser-based automation ensures that everything runs efficiently, making it easy to focus on the fun.”