Codenames - Asmodee - Multicolor
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This guide is for players of the Codenames card game, offering a comprehensive overview of the game's features, gameplay, and strategies. The game provides hours of fun for teams, enhancing communication and critical thinking skills. One must be cautious, as a single wrong guess can lead to instant defeat.
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| Colour | Multicolor |
|---|---|
| Model Part Number | 8594156310318 |
| Brand | Asmodee |
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FAQs
How many players are needed to play Codenames?
Codenames is best played with at least four players (two teams of two or more players each).
What is the goal of the game?
The goal is to correctly identify all of your team's agents on the board before the other team does, while avoiding the Assassin.
What is a spymaster?
The spymaster is a player on each team who knows which words represent their team's agents and gives one-word clues to help their team identify those words.
How do clues work?
Spymasters give a one-word clue and a number, indicating how many words on the board relate to that clue. The team then tries to guess those words.
What happens if a team guesses the Assassin?
If a team guesses the Assassin, they immediately lose the game.
What happens if a team guesses a word that belongs to the other team?
The other team gets to cover that word. The turn then passes to the other team.
Can I play Codenames Duet with this version?
No. Codenames Duet is a separate game. You cannot play it with the components of this version of Codenames.
What's the recommended age for this game?
The game is recommended for players aged 10 years and older.
Troubleshooting
Players disagree on clue interpretation.
Spymasters and teams should discuss the intended meaning and try to find common ground. A second clue can be given if necessary.
One team member is dominating clue-giving.
Encourage all players to participate in clue-giving and discussion.
The game seems unbalanced with one team winning repeatedly.
Re-shuffle the cards, switch spymasters, and encourage strategic thinking from both teams.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Encourages creative thinking.
- Promotes teamwork and communication.
- Easy to learn, but with strategic depth.
- Offers high replayability with different word combinations.
- Portable and easily played in various settings.
Cons
- Requires at least four players to play effectively.
- Can be challenging for new players to grasp immediately.
- The game length can vary.
- Luck is a factor due to the random agent layout.
- Requires players to be comfortable with wordplay and abstract thinking.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
- Game Setup:
- Place the agent cards on a 5x5 grid, using the provided key card to determine agent locations.
- Each team selects a spymaster.
- Teams take turns giving clues.
- Compatibility:
- Suitable for players aged 10 and up.
- Requires at least four players to play.
- Care Instructions:
- Store cards in a cool, dry place.
- Avoid bending or damaging the cards.
- Keep the game pieces away from moisture.