The Jackbox Party Pack 4

The strongest collection of Jackbox titles they have ever released. With instant classics in the form of Monster Seeking Monster and Survive The Internet, even Bracketeering and Civic Doodle will leave your mouth sore from laughing too much.

88%Game Brain Score

humor, music

gameplay, story

95% User Score Based on 3,630 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 10 reviews

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About

"The Jackbox Party Pack 4" is a party game consisting of five unique games for 3-8 players: Fibbage 3, Survive the Internet, Monster Seeking Monster, Bracketeering, and Civic Doodle. Players use their smartphones or tablets to participate in these games, which include twisting friends' comments, dating monsters, debating silly arguments, and improving town murals. The game is in English and supports local multiplayer with remote streaming capabilities. Extra features are available for streamers.

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+11

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,640 reviews

humor341 positive mentions

gameplay12 negative mentions

Fibbage 3 and its mode 'Enough About You' are highlights, providing a fun twist on the classic game and allowing players to learn more about each other.
Survive the Internet is a hilarious game that encourages players to twist each other's words, leading to lots of laughter and memorable moments.
Monster Seeking Monster offers a unique and entertaining dating game experience, especially with the right group of friends.

Bracketeering is often seen as the weakest game in the pack, with gameplay that can become repetitive and lacks the excitement of other Jackbox games.
Civic Doodle can drag on and may not be as engaging as other drawing games, leading to a less enjoyable experience for some players.
The overall enjoyment of the pack heavily depends on the group dynamics; it may not be as fun with less compatible or smaller groups.

humor
349 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
2%
The humor in the Jackbox Party Pack games is widely praised, with many players highlighting the hilarious interactions and absurd scenarios that arise, especially when played with friends who share a similar sense of humor. Games like "Survive the Internet," "Fibbage 3," and "Monster Seeking Monster" are frequently mentioned as standout titles that generate laughter through clever prompts and creative responses. However, the effectiveness of the humor often depends on the group's dynamics, with some players noting that the same jokes can become stale over time or may not resonate with all audiences.
- “Survive the Internet is hilarious with friends, and could serve as hours of enjoyment.”
- “It's a treasure chest of hilarious mini-games that'll have you and your friends in stitches.”
- “With the right company, I can get aches in my stomach from laughing, and I think that the Jackbox party packs are the best party games out there by far.”
- “It gets hard to type so many unfunny jokes at once...”
- “This is the worst pack in my opinion, not very fun, really long unskippable dialog (almost painfully unfunny) and the voices they have are really nerve-wracking and hard to understand at times.”
- “Reminds me of how unfunny I am.”
gameplay
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
73%
18%
The gameplay of Jackbox Party Pack 4 is a mixed bag, with some players praising its clever mechanics and engaging party dynamics, while others find certain games repetitive and lacking depth. The inclusion of improved drawing mechanics and a variety of modes adds to the fun, but the overall enjoyment heavily relies on the group playing together. While some games shine with creativity and humor, others suffer from poor design and can feel tedious, making the experience variable depending on player engagement.
- “With its witty writing, clever mechanics, and endless potential for laughter, Jackbox Party Pack 4 continues to set the standard for interactive party entertainment, guaranteeing countless hours of joy and camaraderie for players of all ages.”
- “Gameplay is tight and very creative, playing into the plot perfectly.”
- “The gameplay itself is the same Fibbage you know and love, but there is another mode called 'Enough About You' where the players make the questions and answer them about themselves.”
- “Poor design and boring gameplay are issues with 3/5 of the included games.”
- “Everyone included in the gameplay was either bored or confused within the first 10 minutes of giving the game a chance to get good... never did.”
- “The gameplay dragged on and made the experience even more boring, and the concept made it difficult to build off art, causing less creativity to spread.”
music
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
53%
5%
The music in Fibbage 3 and Monster Seeking Monster is widely praised for its catchy and enjoyable soundtracks, enhancing the overall gaming experience and contributing to the fun atmosphere. Many players find themselves humming the tunes long after playing, with Fibbage 3 being highlighted as having one of the best soundtracks in the Jackbox series. The music complements the games' visuals and humor, making them favorites for social play, although some players appreciate the option to mute the music during online sessions.
- “The silly sounds and the jolly music in the background enhance the experience and let you have a good time with the game.”
- “Fibbage 3 also has, I'd say, one of the best soundtracks in any Jackbox game.”
- “Music is fun and fits the game perfectly.”
- “This one sucked, the music was awesome, but the game was boring and I was angry pretty much the whole time playing it.”
- “Pack 4 and later versions add the ability to mute the music (much appreciated when playing long distance over Discord/Zoom).”
- “But ultimately, MSM's greatest sin is not standing out: I remember being somewhat amused and intrigued by the monsters and their abilities, and enjoying the quaint 'dollar-store disco' music, but I can't remember that much else about it.”
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
57%
5%
The graphics in the Jackbox Party Pack 4, particularly in Fibbage 3, are praised for their vibrant, colorful, and playful art style, featuring a notable 70s aesthetic. While some players feel that the visuals are not the most critical aspect of the game, many appreciate the significant visual overhaul and unique styles across different games in the pack. Overall, the updated graphics and animations contribute positively to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the games.
- “The animations and art style of the Jackbox Party Pack 4 are colorful, jolly, and silly.”
- “Fibbage 3 is a great game, and the visuals, music, and aesthetics are fantastic and a lot better than past ones.”
- “Not to mention this version has a beautiful 70s aesthetic that they really nailed!”
- “Fibbage 3 is good, but I cannot really tell a difference between it and regular Fibbage XL other than graphics.”
- “But back to the visuals: seriously, in the party pack it missed it got a humongous visual overhaul.”
- “It's a shame too, because as an amateur graphic artist and illustrator, I always find the drawing games to be the most enjoyable things in the party packs, but this one really sucks, mostly because there isn't a lot of drawing to it, minus the final round.”
replayability
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
8%
Overall, the Jackbox Party Pack games are praised for their high replayability, particularly titles like "Fibbage 3," "Survive the Internet," and "Monster Seeking Monster," which feature user-generated content and diverse gameplay mechanics. Many players note that creativity among participants significantly enhances the replay value, with some games being described as "infinitely replayable." While most games in the series offer decent replayability, a few stand out as exceptional, making them favorites for repeated play sessions.
- “Fibbage 3: 10/10 fun trivia game that has a large trivia bank to choose from, which makes it very replayable.”
- “Survive the Internet: one of the best games from Jackbox, infinitely replayable.”
- “This game is the definition of replayability.”
- “My Discord server really enjoys both of those games, and we've played the others, but none of them really have too much replayability, unlike Fibbage: Enough About You, and Monster Seeking Monster, which have nearly infinite replayability, since the content is user-generated, and the presentation of the games (and the music!) are great in both.”
- “7/10... Jackbox 3 has more games with better replay value.”
- “Decent replay value, especially with the added player roles that get revealed throughout the game.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features minimal story elements, primarily revolving around a graffiti competition tied to a town rebeautification project. While the gameplay is praised for its creativity and integration with the plot, some players express a desire for a more developed story mode, similar to previous installments. Overall, the narrative is considered secondary to the gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay is tight and very creative, playing into the plot perfectly.”
- “The story goes that your graffiti is part of a town rebeautification project, and you basically go in a drawing battle with other players while the other people spam the eggplant emoji.”
- “It would have been cool to have another story-mode based game such as Bomb Corp from the second installment in this series, but I can see why the developers decided to not include it.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “The story goes that your graffiti is part of a town rebeautification project, and you basically go into a drawing battle with other players while the other people spam the eggplant emoji.”
- “There is no story.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming and monotonous, often describing it as boring and tedious. Many feel that it requires an unrealistic amount of time investment, leading to a negative reception overall.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “However, they were just boring and tedious, and nobody really liked them.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not directly address monetization but focus on the quality of KitKats, criticizing the taste of the wafers and chocolate. There is a suggestion that advertising new flavors, like mocha, may not justify the product's perceived low quality. Overall, the feedback implies dissatisfaction with the product's value proposition rather than its pricing or monetization strategy.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game evokes a sense of connection, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness, even if only slightly.
- “Made me feel kind of less lonely.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game experiences a few bugs and glitches, which can detract from the experience. Additionally, some game modes, like "Monster Seeking Monster" and "Civic Doodle," may not appeal to all players due to their complexity and gameplay style.
- “There are a few bugs and glitches that really detract from the experience.”
- “The game suffers from stability issues that make it frustrating to play.”
- “Some features are too complex and not much fun, which adds to the instability.”