Codenames (2025)

Codenames is a party game of wordplay and deduction, where two teams compete as rival spymasters. They give clever one-word clues to help teammates identify secret agents hidden among 25 codenames. The challenge is to avoid innocent bystanders, enemy agents, and the deadly assassin. Think creatively, guess boldly, and make contact with all your agents before your rivals do!

This refreshed edition enhances the classic experience with a revised word list, stunning new art, and a streamlined rulebook. It's now easier than ever to teach and learn. A new insert keeps everything neatly organised, whether you’re a seasoned spymaster or decoding your first clue. With its clever mechanics and stylish upgrade, Codenames remains a must-have for game nights with friends and family.

The new edition of Codenames refreshes the classic experience players know and love. It includes a revised word list for improved gameplay, beautiful art, a brand-new insert that keeps your game neatly organised, and a streamlined rulebook that makes the game easier to teach and learn. This updated version is designed to delight longtime fans of the game and welcome new ones.

Two teams race to identify their agents from a 5×5 grid, guided by a spymaster who knows each card’s identity. Spymasters give one-word clues and a number to link multiple cards, encouraging creative thinking. Teammates guess words matching the clue while avoiding the other team’s agents, bystanders, and the assassin. Revealing the assassin ends the game instantly, adding high-stakes tension. Teams may guess up to the clue number plus one, allowing strategic risks or revisiting old clues. The new edition includes revised words, refreshed art, a better insert, and a streamlined rulebook.

Contents:

• 200 cards with 400 codenames
• 16 agent tiles in two colours
• 1 double agent tile
• 7 innocent bystander tiles
• 1 assassin tile
• 40 key cards
• 1 rulebook
• 1 card stand (made of RE-Wood®)