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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 80 | 28 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 85 | 183 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 92% | 87 | 97 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (May 7, 2025) · 97 reviews sampled · 87 total reviews in window · weighted 36.9 up / 3 down · computed 8h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (17)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 80
“With its attention focused on surveys, and since the game variations aren't very versatile, The Jackbox Survey Scramble can come off as repetitive. However, it retains the franchise's goofy humor. Not only does the game offer its own jokes, it also leaves a lot of room for you and your friends to add your own humor on top of it. It's a great game for parties or even just chill nights.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Survey Scramble offers bite-sized, streamlined polling games for all the family across four different modes. They may be variations on the same theme but it's an enjoyable aperitif while you fight over which other Jackbox games to play.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“The Jackbox Survey Scramble, despite technically being one game and one main concept, feels just as full and engaging as a proper Party Pack, and that's thanks to the simplicity of its ideas. There's a reason Family Feud persists. Trivia that asks you to make observations about the world around you is always enjoyable, because it makes you feel connected, it enlightens you to things you might not have considered (people really like their bosses these days), and feels like the kind of thing anybody can hop into and enjoy. We missed the personality of other Jackbox games at times, but keeping the data up front and center was the right choice in the end. But don't worry, Survey Scramble has a banger of an outro song still! As long as content is added (we did run into a few repeat questions) and those continued modes and data refreshes keep it interesting, we're ready to loop this into party nights from here on out.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“A different take and direction for the Jackbox bunch, with a few variations on a Family Feud-ish base format”
read full review ↗ - 80
“We had a lot of fun with The Jackbox Survey Scramble. Sure, it’s not as complex or wacky as the sorts of ideas you’d see in the Jackbox Party Packs, but its brevity and simplicity make it perfect to fill an evening with friends or family. What it may lack in laughs, it makes up for with genuine intrigue, offering a glimpse into how the minds of others operate… for better or worse that is.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The Jackbox Survey Scramble is an extremely successful spin-off title that once again proves why the Jackbox series is so popular. With clever ideas and the original implementation of surveys as a central game mechanic, the game provides countless hours of laughter and fun. Thanks to the wide range of questions and modes, it offers almost endless replayability. A particular highlight are the comprehensive content filters that allow the game experience to be customised for different age groups.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“The Jackbox Survey Scramble manages to take an entirely different approach to Jackbox silliness and create minigames where my biggest complaint is that they're too short. There are other minigames with larger complaints, but I just plan not to play them...”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Jackbox Survey Scramble successfully reinvents the party game genre by incorporating real-time survey data, ensuring that gameplay remains fresh and relevant. Each of the six modes offers a unique experience, catering to a wide range of player preferences. Whether you’re a seasoned Jackbox veteran or a newcomer looking for a fun group activity, Survey Scramble serves up a hearty helping of entertainment that’s sure to satisfy.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“The Jackbox Survey Scramble is without a doubt one of the most ambitious projects from Jackbox Games that I've played, and it manages to be very fun.”
read full review ↗ - 100
“The premise of The Jackbox Survey Scramble is solid, and its format leaves plenty of room for expansion and innovation. The Survey Scramble could easily have been included in a Jackbox Party Pack 11, but its unique focus on survey-based gameplay justifies its standalone release. With its blend of fun and strategy, Survey Scramble is poised to become a party favorite, standing alongside classics like Murder Mystery Party, Tee.K.O., Quiplash, and Fibbage. If you’re looking for your next party hit, this one is worth adding to your collection! Your Mega Collection!”
read full review ↗ - 80
“It’s not quite enough to make up for the lack of a Party Pack this year, especially given how lousy the Jackbox Naughty Pack was, but if it had been included on a Party Pack it would undoubtedly be a standout game, no matter what else had been included. The Jackbox Survey Scramble is a very enjoyable addition to Jackbox’s impressive stable of party games.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Jackbox Survey Scramble is a solid showing which offers a nice selection of short simple games to slip into your rotation as filler. The codes for the room remain on screen throughout, meaning people can drop in and out of the games for maximum flexibility.”
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Patch history
- Content update!May 7, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- The Jackbox Survey Scramble Patch is live!Dec 13, 2024