You Don't Know Jack

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 29
  3. Negative: 3 out of 29
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  1. shellbell
    Feb 20, 2011
    10
    You Don't Know Jack is an excellent game! It is fun and challenging. I had never played this game in its earlier years and don't know how much is the same, but I loved the dis or dat type questions, and looking for the wrong answer of the game. I played round after round and was impressed with the wittiness of the game, the unique questions, and the unique game elements unlike mostYou Don't Know Jack is an excellent game! It is fun and challenging. I had never played this game in its earlier years and don't know how much is the same, but I loved the dis or dat type questions, and looking for the wrong answer of the game. I played round after round and was impressed with the wittiness of the game, the unique questions, and the unique game elements unlike most trivia games. Totally enjoyed playing this game with my fiancee! He's more the gamer than I am, but I love that he suggested this game! So fun!… Expand
  2. Haruharuharuko
    Feb 13, 2011
    8
    A great throwback to YDKJ of days past and Cookie is as irreverent as ever. 790 questions in the base game will give you and your friends or unknown partners online tons of enjoyment with at least 10 DLC packs with 10 episodes each means extended replay value. The wrong answer of the game is a new great idea that if you get a specific wrong answer you get a boost to your score instead ofA great throwback to YDKJ of days past and Cookie is as irreverent as ever. 790 questions in the base game will give you and your friends or unknown partners online tons of enjoyment with at least 10 DLC packs with 10 episodes each means extended replay value. The wrong answer of the game is a new great idea that if you get a specific wrong answer you get a boost to your score instead of a minus bringing some strategy in that getting the right answer is not always the best way to score. The only real issue I've seen is lag during the infamous Jack Attack leading to just missing those precious $4000. A great trivia game a great party game a game you will not regret owning. It's good to see you back Jellyvision!… Expand
  3. DaringOne
    Mar 15, 2011
    9
    If you're already a fan of You Don't Know Jack, well, you'll love this game. It's back as you remember, with all the great humor of the PC series. If you've never played the game, the series may or may not be your cup of tea. The crude humor may turn some people off. However, if you're like me, and that appeals to you, you will love this game. Each time you play, you receive anIf you're already a fan of You Don't Know Jack, well, you'll love this game. It's back as you remember, with all the great humor of the PC series. If you've never played the game, the series may or may not be your cup of tea. The crude humor may turn some people off. However, if you're like me, and that appeals to you, you will love this game. Each time you play, you receive an "episode" that contains the same questions every time. This helps in preventing repeat questions, as you'll always know if you've played the episode or not. With 73 episodes that play at about 10 minutes each, you have plenty to enjoy for the paltry $30 that the game costs new. They've also already got DLC up, so you can buy 10 more episodes for $5 (400 MS points) per pack. The only detraction for this game is that it's certainly best played with all four players that it supports. Less than that, and the game truly becomes all about the final round of each episode. I don't remember this being the case in past iterations of the game, but then, it's been some time since I've played the older versions.

    If you like trivia, and you like humor, you won't be disappointed with You Don't Know Jack.    … Expand
  4. stewiegrffin007
    Feb 9, 2011
    10
    YDKJ returns with flying colors. If you haven't ever heard of You Don't Know Jack, you're in for a real treat. The game combines witty humor combining general and pop-culture knowledge into something challenging yet hilarious. The writing really shines here and the host/cast really work the content. I often found myself laughing so hard I couldn't read the question. Great for lonely gamersYDKJ returns with flying colors. If you haven't ever heard of You Don't Know Jack, you're in for a real treat. The game combines witty humor combining general and pop-culture knowledge into something challenging yet hilarious. The writing really shines here and the host/cast really work the content. I often found myself laughing so hard I couldn't read the question. Great for lonely gamers and party-ers alike. And best of all, it's only 30 smackers. You won't be disappointed.… Expand
  5. Bibowski
    Mar 9, 2011
    7
    The only issue I have with this game, is the rather over the top presentation. The announcer's comments are sometimes genuinely funny, but more often are incredibly cheesy or kind of lame.

    Maybe I don't know funny? I think I do....
  6. MatthewXploder
    Feb 13, 2011
    0
    Just couldnt get into to it, it wasnt too bad but i just didnt enjoy it.
  7. FriedKarma
    Mar 23, 2011
    10
    Brilliant. Just as entertaining as the originals. You don't need to necessarily be a trivia buff because the twist in this game is usually how the questions are worded/presented.
  8. GidBix
    May 5, 2011
    8
    You don't know Jack is exactly the game that it should be...no more and no less. While the menus and options are sparse, none of that really matters since the game is so fun and easy to pick up and play. Each question is worded in such a way that it is just as difficult to figure out what the question is as it is to come up with the correct answer. Online multiplayer and built in trackingYou don't know Jack is exactly the game that it should be...no more and no less. While the menus and options are sparse, none of that really matters since the game is so fun and easy to pick up and play. Each question is worded in such a way that it is just as difficult to figure out what the question is as it is to come up with the correct answer. Online multiplayer and built in tracking of which rounds you've already played only add to the replay factor. Add in constant DLC and this game is a no brainer at $30.… Expand
  9. cmlabianca
    Nov 3, 2011
    8
    For those that often find themselves entertaining guests, You Don't Know Jack is an excellent choice for those of us that truly don't mind being proven how little we know in the world of trivia. YDKJ has all the typical elements you'd come to expect in a game that is modeled after a game show. Players are contestants that participate in three rounds of answering trivia questions. DependingFor those that often find themselves entertaining guests, You Don't Know Jack is an excellent choice for those of us that truly don't mind being proven how little we know in the world of trivia. YDKJ has all the typical elements you'd come to expect in a game that is modeled after a game show. Players are contestants that participate in three rounds of answering trivia questions. Depending on how quickly you buzz in, and the rules of the round, you'll be awarded (or lose) points accordingly. Questions in this game tend to focus on pop culture while also throwing in some more academic topics. Sorry sports enthusiasts, but you won't find many questions here. The real charm of the game comes from the host's commentary and the positively inane 'personality' of the game. Some of the jokes sink a bit into the immature/overdone category, but the game almost seems to revel in knowing this. The game has several hours of voice dialogue and it's use of video and audio provides for a very entertaining experience.

    YDKJ thrives as a multiplayer experience, with players given the option to 'screw' each other during the round. There is also online gameplay, but I wouldn't recommend it until you've played through every episode at least once. Unfortunately, like all trivia games, YDKJ suffers from the unfair advantage given to players that have played any particular episode before as the questions don't change. So, replay value is restricted a bit by this aspect. Additionally, unless you're a big trivia fan or simply a fan of the franchise, I can't see myself playing the game single player.

    As previously mentioned, YDKJ is a great game for entertaining guests that aren't overly opposed to trivia-style games. Each round is quick and even losing can be very entertaining. It's also very easy for non-gamers to pick up. If this sounds like the game for you and your family/friends, then pick it up and see if you really 'don't know Jack.'    … Expand
  10. MegWhiteley
    Mar 12, 2012
    10
    I hate the trivia games, but this is an awesome title, have much questions, but have some problems, and the bigger is that is not much funny without much people, but pff, is an awesome title.
  11. EddieHokie
    Aug 7, 2013
    9
    Finally, a trivia game that is modern and fun for adults. Out of the way Mario Party for kids and babies! Out of the way Jeopardy for 50 and uppers!

    This game is snarky, sarcastic, witty, and playfully hateful but sometimes its too smart and cute for its own good as the jokes can be too over the top, or too specific, or too out in left field to be appreciated or even recognized. It can    Finally, a trivia game that is modern and fun for adults. Out of the way Mario Party for kids and babies! Out of the way Jeopardy for 50 and uppers!

    This game is snarky, sarcastic, witty, and playfully hateful but sometimes its too smart and cute for its own good as the jokes can be too over the top, or too specific, or too out in left field to be appreciated or even recognized. It can feel like sometimes you aren't in on the joke.

    It's challenging and fun to play with others. The final round is really unique as it discourages button mashing. You need to know the answer to avoid losing all the money you have earned in the round, and believe me, it is hard to stay off the buzzer and conserve your dollars if you arent exactly sure what the answer is.

    The collectibles that are completely useless are still fun to collect and make's multiple play's through the 60 or so rounds all the more appealing.

    And Hey, you might end up a little smarter by the end of it all.

    Fun and Educational? That is rare and this is that.    … Expand
  12. LuvRam
    Feb 26, 2013
    4
    Hate the presentation of this game. Maybe I'm too old (23), but that extreme caricatured style of "THE GAME-SHOW HOST" really alienates me. If they replaced the host with someone less infuriating, I'd enjoy this game a hell-of-a lot more. I guess I just hate fun things.

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. DailyGame
    Dec 12, 2011
    80
    It would be hard to not recommend this title to anyone who enjoys trivia, unless of course you have a sensitive ego which needs to be coddled when you get a question wrong.
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  2. Thunderbolt
    Aug 5, 2011
    60
    There's enough content and variety here that it serves the purpose of party-oriented multiplayer well. The truth is – in the right setting – YDKJ can be light fun, but it never goes any further than that.
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  3. Gaming Age
    Mar 14, 2011
    67
    Even with 73 episodes and online play, the $30 price tag still seems a little steep especially with how the game is structured and the relative lack of customization or options. Fans may want to check it out though.
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