The Jackbox Party Pack 2

 Xbox One
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. GameCrate
    Nov 12, 2015
    88
    If you're playing solo, then The Jackbox Party Pack 2 isn't likely to be your speed. However, if you're looking for a game that will suit your fellow partygoers, or want to stream a good, lively game session with your fellow deviants, then it's an essential purchase – especially when you begin to get hooked on Quiplash and Earwax. It'll certainly put a twist on your holidays.
  2. The Escapist
    Oct 17, 2015
    80
    Quiplash XL, Fibbage 2 and Ear Wax are must haves and are worth the price of admission alone, assuming you don't have Party Pack 1 and the standalone Quiplash.
  3. Pure Xbox
    Oct 12, 2015
    80
    This is a well-made and entertaining collection that's sure to put a smile on the face of the most curmudgeonly party guest and become a staple amongst regular gaming buddies.
  5. Xbox Achievements
    Oct 23, 2015
    70
    The Jackbox Party Pack 2 is pretty much essential if you have family or friends to entertain. It's one of very few games in which everyone can join in, providing hours of fun and laughter. One to dig out for social gatherings then.

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. SchroederRock
    Jan 15, 2016
    8
    Fibbage 2 is a big part of the reason to pick up this party pack. The original fibbage was limited and was something my friends and I chewedFibbage 2 is a big part of the reason to pick up this party pack. The original fibbage was limited and was something my friends and I chewed through after ~30 game sessions split into 2/3 nights. Knowing that there is at least twice the question content makes me feel better about having this second party pack, and the new games have their moments as well. The biggest oddity to these party packs is, why bother releasing a new game when you can release expansions? Fibbage is a sure-thing for a party with up to 8 players going at it simultaneously, BS'ing each other. That's what makes the game so addicting. Instead of "hundreds" of questions (the advertising on the website claims ~500 questions in Fibbage 2), Fibbage needs at least double that to really have staying power, and while fact-finding for these questions can consume time, I'm certain there's more than enough source material to get the question content up to that level. At that point, questions you've seen the answers to will be so far & few between that you may not remember the answer, making for a much longer enjoyment period. Quiplash XL seems to be the other strong contender here, but the other games that have some appeal don't quite have the immediate fun-factor. Instead of tossing in 5 games, offering 2-3 high quality, highly replayable games makes more sense. I'd gladly shell out $15-$20 a set knowing that I'm getting an incredible deal that will have me hosting house parties just to play these games for months at a time.… Full Review »
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