The Jackbox Party Pack 5 Reviews
The others in this pack don’t feel as good, or in YDKJ’s case, don’t offer anything new. Still, the overall package is good fun for when you have a few friends over
While the The JackBox Party Pack 5 is hard to recommend at full price due to mediocrity, if you liked past entries it could be worth buying while on sale.
This one heads to the distant future with a slew of games that share an ironic tone, but quality-wise, are a mixed bag.
Overall this is another mixed bag of quality, for me personally I can only see me and my friends playing Mad Verse City and Patently Stupid the most, there is no real star here but it is an ok pack to wheel out at a party, it is ok value for money and some fun to be had just don’t expect a long lifespan from any of the games.
Technically speaking, I loved how the game can be fully controlled remotely by the phones, but this also means that when Jackbox's servers are retired, this game will become completely unplayable. I, however, thought it was done very well and simple enough to bring non-technical people in the fray. Given the nature of the mini-games however, this is not a party game you will want to play with your kids.
The Jackbox Party Pack 5 is a game that is based on the players' inputs to deliver a party experience full of fun and enjoyment, with memorable moments all around. Some of the minigames need improvement when it comes to lagging but overall, the experience is mostly fun and an incentive for the players to deliver their most unforgettable contributions to the minigames included.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Bar the frustrating Zeeple Dome and a few bugs, The Jackbox Party Pack 5 is yet another fantastic collection of party games. With each game offering something different -- and Mad Verse City in particular being a highlight -- Jackbox Games has made a game that should keep you and your friends entertained for a while.
With that, it could be time for Jackbox Games to slow down, just a little. I question the need for a new Pack every year, because the more games you throw at players, the more creative concepts go underplayed, because people will just keep going back to something like Drawful. I still think that every Jackbox compilation is a treat, especially now that the studio has perfected the visuals and presentation for their games—but they run the risk of turning their annual treat into a chore.
This year's Jackbox Party Pack has some truly clever games that are thoroughly enjoyable with friends.
Jackbox Party Pack 5 also includes the features we've come to expect, with family-friendly modes for all games except YDKJ, streaming support for an audience of up to 10,000, and plenty of fun. All in all, this is a commendable effort that consistently delivers, even though an experimental action title keeps it from reaching greater heights.
It’s impressive that even after five packs and twenty-five individual party experiences Jackbox Games are still able to deliver the good times. And to be honest, if they continue to keep up the quality I’m more than happy to keep playing for years to come.
"Let's get this party started."
Review in Finnish | Read full review
Party Pack 5 is definitely the most fun its been in a while, primarily because of two games.
This year's Party Pack is, as always, filled with a little something that will hopefully appeal to just about anyone. Whether you've got friends who are trivia buffs, have a hidden marketing and sales skillset, or an inner poet who can throw down some tough slams it's reasonable to assume everyone can be good at something here. If your groups tend towards a more intimate two couple size earlier Packs may be a better bet but if you're rocking a decently-sized party the wide net these games pack should provide for some fun.
Like those before it, The Jack Box Party Pack 5 is a great addition to any party whether it’s with your immature friends or your once bland family get togethers. No go get to playing!
The Jackbox Party Pack 5 never fails to entertain when it comes time to gather up friends for a fun evening of video games. From the tried-and-tested return of You Don’t Know Jack, to the new and wacky party games, every iteration in the franchise is a joy to put on when you have a few mates around and fancy a great time. There are plenty of moments where you’ll be caught off guard with how silly it can be and how stupid it makes you behave. Definitely a must-have for anyone that likes party style games!
The Jackbox Party Pack 5 contains four great, really unique games and one that doesn't make any sense.
While it's a departure from some of the Jackbox classics – Fibbage, Quiplash, Drawful – it's a fantastic and inventive range of new titles, all rounded off with another solid entry of the much-loved You Don't Know Jack.
Varied and entertaining, The Jackbox Party Pack 5 provides a lot of laughs and surprising depth — you'll return to many of these games over and over again.