The Epic Games Store has officially announced The Jackbox Party Pack 4 and The Darkside Detective as free titles on December 4. This will be the first time in nearly seven years that a game from the expansive Jackbox series is offered for free on the platform. Epic Games Store users will have a week to claim these games.
Developed by Jackbox Games based in Chicago, The Jackbox Party Pack series has been popular since its inception in 2014. The original pack was part of a giveaway in January 2019; however, there had been no free offers from the series since then, until now.
A glowing Epic Games Store logo superimposed on a zoom-blurred The Jackbox Party Pack 4 gameplay screenshot.
Current Free Offerings
| Freebie | Value | Free Period |
|---|---|---|
| Universe for Sale | $14.99 | Nov 27 – Dec 4 |
| The Jackbox Party Pack 4 | $24.99 | Dec 4 – Dec 11 |
| The Darkside Detective | $14.99 | Dec 4 – Dec 11 |
Overview of The Jackbox Party Pack 4
The Jackbox Party Pack 4 is highly regarded and showcases five engaging mini-games, including Fibbage 3 and Survive the Internet, accommodating between 2 and 16 players. Players can expect creative challenges that encourage bluffing and comedic responses.
Overview of The Darkside Detective
The Darkside Detective is a point-and-click adventure game that combines humor with paranormal detective work set in Twin Lakes, featuring iconic pixel art and a soundtrack by Ben Prunty, composer of FTL and Subnautica: Below Zero.
