Cover of the game UNO Wild Jackpot

UNO Wild Jackpot

Mattel, Inc. · Board game · 2016
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Players
2–10 · best 5, 6, 7
Play Time
30 min
Weight
Weight —/5
Year
Year 2016
Minimum age
Minimum age 7+
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love UNO and enjoy a surprise, Wild Jackpot will blow you away – the slot‑machine adds extra fun.

Highlights
  • Improvised house rules
  • Random jackpot twists
  • Easy to learn
Keep in mind
  • Relies on group creativity
  • Extra components may clutter
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About the game

What you do in a play session

UNO Wild Jackpot takes the classic UNO formula and adds a casino twist. Before the first card is dealt, players invent house rules, write them on dry‑erase cards and shuffle them into a slot‑machine‑like device. The core gameplay then follows standard UNO: match colors or numbers, play special cards, and try to empty your hand. The twist comes when you play a Jackpot card – you pull the lever, the central wheel spins, and a random effect appears, usually handing out one of the custom rules to a player. That surprise can flip the game in an instant, injecting a fun dose of unpredictability. The extra component (the machine) is simple but noisy and lively, perfect for parties or family gatherings. Since the main mechanic remains hand management, UNO veterans feel right at home, but they must stay alert to the custom rules that can change the flow at any moment. No official expansions exist, so the experience hinges on the group’s creativity. In short, it’s UNO with a slot‑machine flavor, great for anyone who loves quick variations and a good laugh over improvised rules.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–10 players
2 REC
3 OK
4 OK
5 BEST
6 BEST
7 BEST
8 OK
9 OK
10 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Categories

Families

Game: UNO
Publisher Mattel, Inc.
Designer Brian Weinstock, Nick Hayes

Community

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134owners
13wishlist
1want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 10 players, perfect for parties.
How long does a game last?
About 30 minutes, varying with player count.
Do I need to know UNO rules first?
Yes, the basic UNO rules are required; house rules are added on top.
What’s included in the box?
Standard UNO deck, dry‑erase custom rule cards, and the slot‑machine device with a lever.
Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, from age 7 onward, though an adult should help with creating house rules.
Are there expansions?
No official expansions exist.
How does the Jackpot card work?
When you play it, you pull the machine’s lever; the wheel spins and triggers a random effect, usually handing out a custom rule.

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