The Jackbox Survey Scramble
- October 23, 2024
- Jackbox Games, Inc
- 2h median play time
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.
Get on Steam"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.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Steam Deck
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
Linux
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- 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 perfect for family gatherings, offering a light-hearted experience that can be enjoyed by players of all ages.
- Bounce mode is widely criticized for being confusing and unenjoyable, with many players suggesting it needs a complete rework.
- Some players feel that the game can become repetitive quickly due to limited categories and the need for more diverse questions.
- The game lacks options for customizing gameplay, such as selecting multiple rounds or viewing the bottom-ranked answers in HiLo mode.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many users finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable for all ages. It features a mix of clever, data-driven questions and simple, engaging gameplay that encourages laughter and interaction among players. Overall, it stands out as a hilarious party game that avoids reliance on quirky humor or excessive gags.
“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.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this standalone Jackbox game is straightforward yet engaging, featuring various modes that encourage guessing and strategic thinking, such as ranking words, a tic-tac-toe variant, and a unique paddle 'bounce' mechanic. Players appreciate the surprising moments and lively discussions that arise during play, making it a fun social experience.
“As a standalone Jackbox game, it has some surprising moments and creates great conversations and debates during gameplay.”
“The gameplay is quite simple, with modes that include guessing words on a ranked list, guessing as many words as possible within a time limit, a tic-tac-toe variant where you guess specific ranges, and the paddle 'bounce' mode where your word becomes the paddle like in Breakout, with its position determined by how high or low it is.”
“The gameplay is quite simple, featuring modes that involve guessing words from a ranked list, trying to guess as many as possible within a time limit, a tic-tac-toe variant where you guess specific ranges, and a paddle 'bounce' mode where your word acts as the paddle in a breakout-style game, with its position determined by how high or low it is.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game's replayability is somewhat limited due to the repetition of questions after a few rounds, suggesting that the addition of more question categories could enhance the overall experience.
“The game offers a variety of question categories that enhance its replayability.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse set of questions available.”
“The ability to customize game settings adds to the replay value, making every session unique.”
“After a few rounds, some questions start to repeat, which takes away a bit from the replay value.”
“Needs more question categories for replayability.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with particular praise for its quality in square areas, enhancing the overall experience.
“The music is overall nice, especially in the squares.”
Critic Reviews
The Jackbox Survey Scramble Review - Steve, We'd Like To Play
The Jackbox Survey Scramble manages to take an entirely different approach to Jackbox silliness and create minigames where my biggest complaint is that they're too short. There are other minigames with larger complaints, but I just plan not to play them...
80%The Jackbox Survey Scramble (Nintendo Switch)
With its attention focused on surveys, and since the game variations aren’t very versatile, The Jackbox Survey Scramble can come off as repetitive. However, it retains the franchise’s goofy humor. Not only does the game offer its own jokes, it also leaves a lot of room for you and your friends to add your own humor on top of it. It’s a great game for parties or even just chill nights.
80%Checking off the right boxes
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.
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