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Jackbox Naughty Pack bucks the franchise tradition. This latest iteration only includes 3 games and 2 of them are a rehash of previous experiences. This may seem like I’m complaining, but I’m not. Instead, I was a little confused as to why the developer broke with tradition.
This party game was developed and published by Jackbox Games, Inc. Moreover, it is a 2 to 10-player title that blossoms with a larger group. Yet, I cannot stress this enough, choose your audience wisely. This kinky and occasionally seedy game isn’t appropriate for everyone. What’s more, I’m not sure I want to know what inspires my mother-in-law in a dirty and sexual way.
Jackbox Naughty Pack treads new ground.
This franchise has always been manic, fast-paced, and in your face. Yet, it hasn’t pushed sex and dirty talk quite like this. Jackbox Naughty Pack risks alienating plenty of people with its cutting nature and occasionally uncomfortable antics. However, if this is your thing, you will enjoy the immature questions and the silly tasks.
The 3 games are Fakin’ It All Night Long, Dirty Drawful, and Let Me Finish. The names tell you everything you need to know! It is fun with a filthy edge. What’s more, with the right group, it is bloody hilarious. Yet, if you team up with random individuals, I’d hate to think of what would come to light. Accordingly, this is best tackled with your inner circle of friends.
What’s this all about?
Fakin’ It All Night Long is a sleuthing game of finding the odd one out. Naturally, the bigger the group, the more fun this is. Each player except 1 has an instruction sent to their device. This individual must try to blend in and trick the rest of the group. The aim of the game is to pick the odd one out. If the faker avoids detection, they win and the rest of the group loses. This simple concept was amusing and easy to understand. Moreover, tricking your friends was naughty.
Dirty Drawful is a dirty version of Guess What It Is. The imagery is rotten at best and certainly not suitable for younger audience members. Yet, if you keep it reasonably clean but risqué, it can make you laugh repeatedly. The only issue with this mode is the quality of your drawing. It can be difficult to work out what is going on and this makes it equally amusing and frustrating.
Let Me Finish is argumentative and bizarre. Trying to convince your opponent that your point of view is correct is spectacularly weird. Furthermore, it is reliant on the ability to argue a non-existent point about utter rubbish. Consequently, this relies heavily on the ability to improvise and that is off-putting.
Jackbox Naughty Pack has a basic appeal.
The visuals are unusually basic. Though everything is clean and interesting to look at, it doesn’t blow you away. However, I liked the animation and how each game was structured. Jackbox Naughty Pack does enough to keep you focused without confusing the situation.
The audio follows suit. There is enough music and sound effects to create a fun atmosphere. What’s more, it has a classic quiz game feel even though the content is somewhat naughty. If you’ve played other games in the franchise, you’ll know exactly what to expect.
Simple controls.
The use of a mobile device makes this a simple game to play. However, the drawing element is cumbersome and this is as unfortunate. I liked the ability to drop in and out of games and the collective nature of everyone playing together in one room or online.
Replay value and longevity are restricted because of the adult nature. Unlike other franchise titles, this one isn’t suitable for everyone. Yet, if you want a drinking game or something to add energy to a get-together, this offers enough depth to keep you going.
Jackbox Naughty Pack is fun to play.
I like it when a game tries to push the boundaries. Jackbox Naughty Pack has done just that with its adult theme and silly tasks. Though I’d have preferred more content, I enjoyed playing this with my friends. Moreover, it was great to see some classic game modes again. Accordingly, though the appeal is limited, I recommend buying it here! Will you succeed in this adult-themed game? Pick your game mode and put your mind in the gutter.
