The Fakin It XL release date is Thursday, 12 November 2026 for PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Jackbox has given its classic bluffing game a standalone makeover, with new questions, room for eight players and a way to play with friends over a call.
You can buy Fakin It XL on its own, or pick it up with other Jackbox games in a bundle. The announced standalone price is $8.99 in the US. It isn’t free DLC for an older Party Pack, so check what you already own before buying.
Fakin It XL release date and supported platforms
The November 12 launch covers Steam, Epic Games Store, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Microsoft also lists Xbox One as a supported device and shows Xbox Play Anywhere for the Microsoft Store purchase. That is useful if you play on Xbox and Windows, but it doesn’t apply to a Steam copy.
| Platform | Release |
|---|---|
| Steam / Epic (PC) | 12 November 2026 |
| PlayStation 4 / 5 | 12 November 2026 |
| Xbox One / Series X|S | 12 November 2026 |
| Switch / Switch 2 | Later in 2026 per original press release; eShop timing unverified |
Nintendo has a different timetable in Jackbox’s announcements. One September blog included Switch in the 12 November list, while the publisher’s original press release placed Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 later in 2026. Until the UK eShop confirms availability, don’t plan a Switch game night around the Xbox and PC date.
Fakin It XL release date: how the Faker rules work
Everybody except one player gets a secret instruction on their phone. The player left out is the Faker, who has to respond as though they know what the group was asked. When the instruction is revealed, the others start asking questions and looking for answers that don’t add up.
The Faker wants to get through three rounds of interrogation without being identified. Survive all three and they score heavily. Get caught and the other players get the satisfaction of hearing whatever excuse the Faker was about to use.
The Fakin It XL release date brings two new question types. In Emojional Damage, players choose an emoji to answer a specific question while the Faker only sees a broad category. In Thumb Luck, everyone gives quick thumbs-up or thumbs-down opinions on three subjects. The Faker answers without knowing what they’re agreeing with.
How many players can join?
Jackbox lists one to eight players on its website, while the Xbox store describes local play as two to eight. It’s a deception game, so it’s best with a group that can argue over one another’s suspicious answers. A typical game takes roughly 25 minutes.
The advertised 10,000-person audience capacity isn’t a claim that 10,000 people can be the Faker. The main game still has eight player spots. Jackbox also lists family-friendly and moderation settings, useful when you’re hosting for a mixed group or streaming.
Fakin It XL release date price and bundles
The US standalone price is $8.99. UK prices are set separately, so check your chosen store in pounds rather than treating the US dollar figure as a sterling price.
The Jackbox Backpack Bundle is listed by Jackbox at $46.95 USD for a Steam code. It brings together Fakin It XL, Trivia Murder Party 3 and The Jackbox Party Pack 12. Party Pack 12 contains five games of its own, so this is the bigger package if you want a selection for regular game nights.
The Jackbox Holiday Bundle contains Fakin It XL and Party Pack 12, without Trivia Murder Party 3. It was announced at $34.69 USD; the UK Xbox store currently lists it for £28.49. Jackbox calls it a limited-time bundle, so check its availability before deciding to wait for a sale.
Fakin It XL release date: is it included in Party Pack 12?
No. The original Fakin’ It is included in The Jackbox Party Pack 3. The adult-focused Fakin’ It All Night Long is in The Jackbox Naughty Pack. XL is a different, standalone version with newer rounds and the risqué material taken out. Buying Party Pack 12 by itself doesn’t include XL either.
You can play with friends who don’t own a copy. The host launches the game and chooses the remote option if people are joining through a video call or stream. Everyone else uses a phone or browser at jackbox.tv. Our Fakin It XL online multiplayer guide walks through the room code and screen-sharing setup.
The Fakin It XL release date is 12 November for PC, PlayStation and Xbox. If this is the only Jackbox game you want, the standalone version is the cheaper choice. If you’re planning several game nights, compare the bundle contents rather than buying a pack you already own.
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