The Jackbox Survey Scramble

Jackbox Games has put out one of its quirkier efforts in a while and it proves to be a fun side step from the usual Party Pack fare.

89%Game Brain Score

humor, gameplay

replayability

93% User Score Based on 352 reviews

Critic Score 84%Based on 7 reviews

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"The Jackbox Survey Scramble" is a collection of survey-based party games that uses real, one-word answers from people around the world. The game is constantly updated with new questions and responses, and can support up to 10 players and 10,000 audience members. It is available in multiple languages and can be played with a phone or tablet. Players answer humorous and lighthearted questions on various topics.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 359 reviews

humor23 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a constantly updating database of survey answers, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging over time.
HiLo and Squares are standout modes that provide fun and strategic gameplay, making it enjoyable for both small and large groups.
The game is easy to learn and play, making it accessible for all ages, and is perfect for parties or casual gatherings.

Bounce mode is widely criticized for being confusing and unfun, with many players preferring to skip it altogether.
Some players find the game repetitive due to limited categories and the nature of the survey-based gameplay.
Speed mode can be frustrating for slower typists, leading to disengagement among players who can't keep up.

humor
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it genuinely funny and suitable for all ages, making it a great choice for parties. While it features a mix of data-driven questions and lighthearted gameplay, some reviewers noted a lack of unexpected comedic moments compared to other party games. Overall, the game strikes a balance between engaging gameplay and a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere that encourages players to contribute their own humor.
- “This game is so funny it hurts.”
- “Is a hilarious party game that's perfect for groups of all ages.”
- “It's easy to learn and play, and it's a great way to get people laughing and interacting with each other.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this standalone Jackbox game is simple yet engaging, featuring various modes that encourage guessing and strategic thinking, such as ranking words and a tic-tac-toe variant. While it fosters great conversations and debates, some players feel that the core mechanics, though interesting, lack sufficient entertainment value on their own. Overall, it offers surprising moments but may not fully capitalize on its potential.
- “As a standalone Jackbox game, it has some surprising moments and creates great conversations and debates during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple with the modes being guessing words on a list ranked high and low, no ranking but guessing as many on the list as possible within a time limit, a tic-tac-toe variant where you have to guess specific ranges, and the paddle 'bounce' mode where your word becomes the paddle like Breakout, and depending on how high or low it is determines its position.”
- “The gameplay is quite simple with the modes being guessing words on a list ranked high and low, no ranking but guessing as many on the list as possible within a time limit, a tic-tac-toe variant where you have to guess specific ranges, and the paddle 'bounce' mode where your word becomes the paddle like breakout, and depending on how high or low it is determines its position.”
- “I wouldn't mind if Jackbox started releasing more games that did a lot with a single core mechanic like this, instead of the often uneven yearly party packs.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly replayable due to varied gameplay mechanics and engaging features, others note that the repetition of questions and a lack of diverse categories can diminish the experience over time. Expanding the question pool could enhance long-term enjoyment.
- “Insane replayability and easily worth the price.”
- “Playing squares with a scrambled order for the rankings also allows for more replayability and being able to play hilo longer is neat as well.”
- “After a few rounds, some questions start to repeat, which takes away a bit from the replay value.”
- “Needs more question categories for replayability.”
- “Playing squares with a scrambled order for the rankings also allows for more replayability.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and fitting style, particularly in the squares, enhancing the overall experience across all game modes. Reviewers highlight the amazing soundtrack and excellent design, with no significant complaints noted.
- “All 6 game modes are incredibly fun, the soundtrack is amazing, no complaints really (apart from the U.K. and Australia servers having little-to-no answers.)”
- “The soundtrack is also great, it's very fitting with the overall style.”
- “And the design - from the visuals to the music - is just excellent!”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their polished quality and significant improvement over previous titles, contributing to an unmatched level of immersion. The overall design, including visuals and music, is also regarded as excellent, making the game deserving of recognition on its own.
- “It feels polished, the graphics are a massive jump up, the immersion is unmatched by previous titles, and it deserves to stand alone.”
- “And the design - from the visuals to the music - is just excellent!”

84%Critics’ scoreBased on 7 critic reviews

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