Two teams compete as rival spymasters to identify hidden agents using one-word clues for engaging wordplay
Teams avoid innocent bystanders and enemy agents, adding high-stakes tension and strategic depth
Players guess words matching the clue while avoiding the assassin, encouraging creative thinking and deduction
New edition includes a revised word list, refreshed art, and a better organized insert for improved gameplay
Streamlined rulebook makes teaching and learning the game easier for both new and experienced players
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A party game of wordplay and deduction, Codenames pits two teams against each other as rival spymasters give clever one-word clues to help teammates identify secret agents hidden among 25 codenames. The challenge? Avoid innocent bystanders, enemy agents, and the deadly assassin. Think creatively, guess boldly, and make contact with all yo