You can play Jackbox on your TV in a few different ways, depending on what devices you own, but the core idea is always the same: run the Jackbox game on one device, show that device on the TV, and have everyone join using their phones at Jackbox.tv.

Basic idea (works for every method)

  • One device runs the Jackbox Party Pack (console, PC, phone, smart TV, or streaming box).
  • The TV shows that device’s screen (HDMI, casting, mirroring, or native app).
  • Each player uses a phone/tablet as a controller : open a browser, go to jackbox.tv, type the room code from the TV, and join.

Once everyone is in, you start the round from the host device and play just by looking at the TV and using your phones.

Method 1: Console directly on TV

If you have a PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, this is the most straightforward way to get Jackbox on your TV.

  1. On your console’s store, search for “Jackbox Party Pack” and buy/download the pack you want.
  1. Make sure the console is connected to the TV by HDMI and on the right input.
  1. Launch the Jackbox game; it will show a room code on the TV.
  1. Everyone goes to jackbox.tv on their phones and enters the room code + name to join.

This setup is ideal for living‑room game nights because everything runs natively and lag is minimal.

Method 2: Computer + HDMI to TV

If you bought Jackbox on Steam, Epic, or another PC/Mac platform, use your laptop/desktop and mirror it to the TV.

  1. Install your chosen Jackbox Party Pack on your PC or Mac.
  1. Connect the computer to the TV with an HDMI cable , then switch the TV to that HDMI input.
  1. Launch Jackbox; the TV now shows the game just like a big monitor.
  1. Players join on their phones via jackbox.tv and the room code on the TV.

This is a great backup if you don’t have a console but do have a laptop and a decent TV nearby.

Method 3: Streaming device or smart TV app

Many streaming boxes and smart TVs can either run Jackbox directly or mirror from another device.

  • Apple TV / iPad
    • Install the Jackbox app where available, or run it on an iPad and use AirPlay to mirror to Apple TV.
* Once the game shows on the TV, everyone joins via `jackbox.tv` as usual.
  • Amazon Fire TV / Android TV
    • On Fire TV or Android TV, search your app store for Jackbox and install it directly on the device.
* Open the game, read the room code on the TV, and have everyone join with their phones.
  • Chromecast / casting from phone or PC
    • Run Jackbox on your phone or computer, then cast or screen‑mirror it to the TV via Chromecast or built‑in casting.
* Once mirrored, start the game and have your friends join via `jackbox.tv`.

This method feels very modern: the TV acts like a wireless display while your phone or PC is the host.

Method 4: Wireless screen mirroring apps

If your TV doesn’t have a native Jackbox app but has a browser or casting support, you can use screen‑mirroring tools.

  • Use a mirroring app (for example, one that runs on both your phone and TV’s browser) to link the two.
  • Start the mirroring session, then open Jackbox on your phone or tablet; the TV mirrors everything, including the room code.
  • Everyone still joins through jackbox.tv on their own device.

This is handy for travel or mixed setups where HDMI isn’t convenient but Wi‑Fi is available.

Quick troubleshooting tips

  • If people can’t connect, double‑check they typed the room code and region correctly at jackbox.tv.
  • If the TV is laggy when casting, try wired HDMI instead of wireless mirroring, or reduce other network usage.
  • Make sure the host device and players’ phones all have a stable internet connection , especially for online packs.

Bottom note: Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.