Codenames
One-word clues, hidden agents, and one card that ends the game instantly.
👥 2–8 players⏱ approx. 15 min🪄 Rules in 5 min10+
SdJ 2016★ 7.4 · BGG #162
Who it's for
Any group that enjoys wordplay and deduction — from families to game nights.
Not for you if…
You want individual strategy or dislike word association games.
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Vibe's take
Clever, social, electrically tense.
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About this game
Give one-word clues to help your team identify secret agents on a grid of 25 words — without touching the assassin. Codenames is the rare party game that rewards intelligence over luck, and the best clue that links four unrelated words creates genuine moments of genius. Works for almost any group, any time.
Word GameTeamsAny Group Size
Get it
By the numbers
Players
Best at 6, 8 playersWorks with 4–8
Duration
15 min
Ages 10+
Complexity
1.3 / 5 — Very LightBGG Rating
7.4/10
Rank #162
105k ratings
Published
2015
Language
Language essential
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