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Metacritic 7713+

The Jackbox Party Pack

Jackbox Games|2014StrategyBoard GamesCasual

LumiScore

63

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

120+ min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

48/100

Growth Value

  • Creativity
  • Reading & Language
  • Communication

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage family game nights with The Jackbox Party Pack to boost social interaction and creative expression. Be mindful of the 'racy' content potential in games like Word Spud, and guide discussions around competitive outcomes to maintain a positive atmosphere.

Top Skills Developed

Creativity5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Communication5/5
Positive Social5/5
Problem Solving3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
52
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
57
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
25
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)48/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

Player-driven game, not applicable.

Parent Pro-Tip

Promotes family bonding, enhances communication skills, and provides a fun, interactive way to engage in creative and strategic thinking.

What your child develops

The Jackbox Party Pack offers a highly engaging social experience, fostering communication, creativity, and critical thinking through its diverse collection of party games. Players use their devices as controllers, making it accessible and fun for groups of all sizes to enjoy together in the same room.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~3hReviewed Apr 2026

Regulatory Compliance

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About this game

NOTE: These games are same-room multiplayer party games. For 1-100 players!