Jackbox Games just dropped the bomb on Doominate, their latest chaos machine, inside the upcoming Jackbox Party Pack 11 for the Nintendo Switch. And yep, chaos is really the name of the game here. This one’s all about throwing a wrench — or maybe a whole toolbox — into everyone’s joke-making plans.
So, picture this: you start with a nice, clean idea. A joke, maybe. Something your grandma would laugh at. But then — bam! — someone (probs your sneaky sibling or that quiet friend who surprises you) twists it into something totally unexpected. And then the laughter begins, right? Or maybe it’s more like diabolical cackling. Depends on your friends, I guess.
And you know what? It doesn’t stop there. These twisted responses, they go head-to-head. It’s a bit gladiator, but with humor instead of, like, swords. Everyone else votes — who wrecked it better? But wait — plot twist! Just when you think it’s all over, here comes the redemption round. One last chance to un-wreck the chaos, maybe throw in a heartfelt twist. Or not. Totally up to you.
According to the game director, Brooke Breit — and I swear this sticks with me — it’s about discovering layers in friendships. Probably deeper layers than therapy uncovers. Or maybe it’s just about realizing your best mate has a wickedly dark sense of humor. Either way, it sounds like a blast.
Set to launch worldwide on the Nintendo eShop in Fall 2025, with a price tag of £24.99 ($29.99) — so you might want to start emptying that piggy bank now. Or not. I’m not your financial advisor.
Oh, and before I forget, keep an eye out for the Doominate trailer — because, honestly, words only do so much. It’s better seen than read.