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Guides for Nerds

From finding the right episode order to hosting your own Hobbit evening: explore practical guides, watchlists and ideas for gaming, science fiction and fandom.

Hosting a bigger group? Compare Jackbox player limits and a rotation plan for twelve.

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Jackbox Player Limit: Options for More Than 8 Players

The Jackbox player limit depends on the game: Quiplash 3 and Drawful 2 have eight individual places, Bracketeering has sixteen and Lie Swatter has one hundred. For twelve friends, choose enough places or use the rotation below.

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Back to the Future Day: A Budget Party for Six

Plan an affordable movie night for six with shopping quantities, a simple menu and ten quiz questions with answers. Includes a timed trilogy option.

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The X-Files Watchlist: 10 Episodes for Beginners

Start with Pilot, Deep Throat and Squeeze, then follow a ten-episode beginner watchlist. Includes a five-evening plan and the viewing order for both movies.