YOU DON'T KNOW JACK HEADRUSH
- November 5, 2013
- Jackbox Games, Inc.
Get on Steam"You Don't Know Jack Headrush" is a trivia game with a 90's teenage focus, featuring twisted animation, unusual question types, and offbeat humor. This game offers a departure from the traditional YDKJ series, with its unique and irreverent style. It's a must-play for fans of the original, seeking a fresh and strange take on trivia.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Offers a nostalgic experience for those who grew up in the 90s, capturing the aesthetics and humor of that era.
- Contains amusing moments and solid animation, making it entertaining despite some gross-out humor.
- The game is fun for casual play, especially for those who enjoy trivia and light-hearted competition.
- The trivia questions are often too easy, making it less challenging for adult players.
- The game feels dated and may not hold up to modern gaming standards, leading to disappointment for some players.
- It is primarily aimed at a teenage audience, which may alienate older fans of the YDKJ series.
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some find it aimed too much at a teen audience with silly elements, others appreciate the top-notch, classic "Jack" humor and the inclusion of custom cutscenes that add a genuine touch. Despite the absence of the beloved Cookie Masterson, the humor remains entertaining and challenging, appealing to fans of the series. Overall, it balances campiness with genuine laughs, though opinions on its effectiveness vary.
“While it doesn't have our god Cookie Masterson, the humor is top notch and there's a bunch of custom cutscenes and sequences that make this really genuine, and a time capsule.”
“Classic 'jack' and though campy, it is challenging, funny, and entertaining all at once.”
“Still classic humor.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are noted for effectively capturing the nostalgic aesthetics of 90s children's media, though they are generally considered poor by modern standards. This combination of retro style and low-quality visuals may appeal to some players while leaving others wanting more.
“It really does perfectly encapsulate the aesthetics of things made for kids growing up in the 90s.”
“The graphics are poor and fail to meet modern standards.”
“The visuals are lacking, making the game feel outdated.”
“The graphics are subpar, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "You Don't Know Jack: Headrush" is highly praised, with users noting that it features superior questions and engaging side content compared to other titles in the series. Overall, it is considered the best installment for its enhanced gameplay experience.
“This game is the best out of all the 'You Don't Know Jack' titles. Headrush is easily the best; the questions, gameplay, and extra side questions are just slightly better than the rest.”
