What is the number of unique game states that can be created at the start of each game?

If you use the official app that can generate all possible configurations of 9 red/blue, 8 blue/red, 7 bystanders, and 1 assassin, then you get 25C9*16C8*8C7 kinds of key cards *2 for swapping red and blue, you have 200 cards each with two sides that cannot be shown simultaneously: *400*398*396*394*....*354*352 and the position of the cards don't matter so / 25! = 6.382847706*10^50 or 638,284,770,600,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 possible states. For folks with spatial OCD that think position matters, remove the 25! and the answer is 9.90057*10^75.

Does this game work as a party game?

We just played it at my twins' 14th birthday party with two 5-person teams. It works best with teams of 4-8 people. Much bigger than that, and the caucusing part of the game gets unruly.

Can only two people play this enjoyably?

If you play with only two people, it's no longer a game but more of an activity. I played it a few times just me and my wife and we both had fun, but it certainly lacks that thrill of competition when you play against another team. If you're looking to only play this with two players, I would not get it.

Would this game be good with 8-13 year olds?

Depends on their maturity level. I have a 12 & a 13 year old that play the game. They loved it from the get go and were able to learn and play the game very quickly. For younger players than that, if they seem to struggle you could probably handpick the cards so its easier for them to give clues or guess the clues given. But, like I said, my 12 & 13 year old learned it in one play and love playing it. Besides, this game can be played team vs team or all in the same team (cooperative). I hope this helps a little. Have fun! :-)

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M**R

Go through the rules first to enjoy this amazing game!

4.07.2024

K**H

New for me and it’s so far something interesting to play for group of friends!

The quality of the game cards, instructions and all was something I didn’t really expect to be that good! Good game for group of friends!

1.08.2022

A**D

Entertainment level 💯

Very entertaining game. Recommend to have it in smaller to moderate groups. Can go hours of fun time

8.09.2022

D**R

Love this

Love this game

28.12.2023

S**H

Good

Gift

8.10.2021

B**D

Great fun!

The boardgame is a lot of fun. Minus one star because the printing quality is not great. Some of the cards are a completely different colour and some have light streaks across them as if the printing process failed.

24.04.2023

I**R

As described

A very nice board game! Highly recommended

9.04.2020

Z**Q

Highly recommended

Great game for friends & family

5.04.2020

K**S

I purchased Codenames as a gift for a friend, and I can honestly say it was a home run in every way! The game itself is a fantastic blend of clever wordplay, lighthearted competition, and team strategy. Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned board game enthusiast, it’s quick to learn but offers endless replay value — every round feels fresh and different. One of the things I love about Codenames is its versatility. You can play it with just a few people for an intimate, puzzle-solving experience or with a larger group for a hilarious, high-energy party vibe. It works equally well for game nights, holiday gatherings, or even casual afternoons when you want something fun and engaging that gets everyone talking and laughing. On the delivery side, I was extremely impressed — the shipping was blazing fast, and it arrived in perfect condition. The box was crisp and undamaged, the cards were neatly sealed, and everything felt brand new and high quality. It’s the kind of presentation that makes it feel special right out of the package, so I didn’t even have to wrap it much to make it gift-ready. Overall, I can’t recommend Codenames enough. It’s clever without being complicated, social without being chaotic, and the quality and speed of delivery just made the whole purchase experience a 10/10. If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser that works for almost any group of people, this is it. Totally recommend

15.08.2025

J**E

Très bon jeu mais c’est en anglais je achète La version française mais c’est un jeu recommandé pour tous les familles et amis

4.09.2021

O**S

ممتعة، مفيدة ، عائلية ، حبيت

6.02.2026

V**.

Excelente juego de mesa, muy recomendable para todos 🌝

1.05.2025

I**A

Love this game so much!

17.10.2025

ASIN	B014Q1XX9S
Assembly Required	No
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Best Sellers Rank	#1,266 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #61 in Board Games
Color	Red
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (31,655)
Date First Available	1 September 2015
Educational Objective(s)	Improve language and cognitive skills through interactive gameplay
Item model number	CGE00031
Language	English
Manufacturer recommended age	0 - 8 years
Manufacturer's Suggested Maximum Weight	1.2 Pounds
Material Type(s)	Cardboard
Number of Game Players	8
Number of Puzzle Pieces	1
Product Dimensions	22.86 x 16.51 x 0.25 cm; 444 g
Release date	1 January 1900
Remote Control Included?	No
material_composition	red, blue, green, yellow

Czech Games Codenames

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