Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Indie
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Jackbox Games, Inc.
- Publishers: Jackbox Games, Inc.
You Don’t Know Jack Television: The Ultimate Test of Your TV Trivia Knowledge
If you’re a self-proclaimed TV buff, then you need to put your knowledge to the test with You Don’t Know Jack Television. This hilarious trivia game from the creators of the beloved You Don’t Know Jack series is packed with over 50 years of boob-tube trivia, from classic sitcoms to reality TV guilty pleasures.
Gameplay
You Don’t Know Jack Television is played by up to four players, each of whom takes turns answering trivia questions. The game is hosted by the sardonic and witty Cookie Masterson, who will mercilessly mock you for your wrong answers.
Each question is presented in a multiple-choice format, with four possible answers to choose from. Players have a limited amount of time to answer each question, and the faster they answer, the more points they earn.
If a player answers a question incorrectly, they will lose points and may be subjected to one of Cookie’s patented “Wrong Answer Antics.” These antics can range from mild insults to full-blown musical numbers, and they’re always sure to get a laugh.
The game continues until one player reaches the winning score, which is determined at the beginning of the game.
Categories
You Don’t Know Jack Television covers a wide range of television genres, including:
- Sitcoms
- Dramas
- Reality TV
- Game shows
- News and current events
- Commercials
- Theme songs
- TV personalities
With over 50 years of television history to draw from, there’s sure to be a category that every player can excel in.
Humor
You Don’t Know Jack Television is known for its irreverent and often hilarious humor. Host Cookie Masterson is a master of sarcasm and wit, and he’s always ready to deliver a zinger at the expense of the players.
The game also features a number of funny and absurd minigames, such as “Name That Theme Song” and “Celebrity Charades.” These minigames are a great way to break up the trivia action and add some extra laughs to the game.
Replayability
You Don’t Know Jack Television is a highly replayable game, thanks to its massive database of trivia questions. Even if you’re a TV trivia expert, you’re sure to learn something new every time you play.
The game also features a number of different difficulty levels, so you can tailor the experience to your own skill level.
Overall
You Don’t Know Jack Television is the ultimate test of your TV trivia knowledge. It’s a hilarious, challenging, and replayable game that’s sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
9/10
Pros
- Massive database of trivia questions
- Hilarious host and minigames
- Multiple difficulty levels
- High replayability
Cons
- Some of the questions may be too difficult for casual TV viewers
- The game can be a bit long, especially if you’re playing with a large group of people
Review Score
8.5/10
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