Codenames Duet (2025)

Codenames Duet is the cooperative two-player version of the popular word association game Codenames. In this standalone game, you and your partner work together to contact all your agents before time runs out or you accidentally reveal the assassin. The 2025 edition includes updated components and mission cards for fresh challenges.

Advantages

Perfect for two players, Codenames Duet offers a unique cooperative experience where communication and deduction are key. The game is easy to learn but provides deep strategic gameplay with high replayability thanks to hundreds of word combinations and mission cards.

Suitable for

• Couples or pairs looking for a challenging cooperative game
• Fans of word games and deduction
• Players aged 10 and up
• Game nights and casual gatherings

Key specifications

• Game Type: Cooperative Word Association Game
• Number of Players: 2 (can be adapted for more)
• Playing Time: 15-30 minutes
• Recommended Age: 10+
• Language: Polish (cards and rulebook)
• Publisher: Czech Games Edition (CGE)
• Designer: Vlaada Chvátil
• Year of Original Publication: 2017
• Theme: Spies, Secret Agents, Word Deduction
• Game Mechanics: Word Association, Cooperative Play, Deduction, Hidden Roles
• Replayability: High
• Complexity Rating (BGG): 1.67 / 5 (Light)
• Box Contents: 200 double-sided Codenames cards, 100 Mission cards, 15 Time tokens, 1 Assassin token, 1 pad of Mission maps, 1 card stand, 1 rulebook
• Standalone Game: Yes
• Compatibility: Can be combined with Codenames base game cards
• Polish Distributor: Rebel.pl
• Awards: Nominated for Golden Geek Best 2-Player Board Game

Recommendations

Codenames Duet is a must-have for any board game collection. Its cooperative twist on the classic Codenames formula makes it ideal for two players who enjoy working together. The 2025 edition ensures you have the latest missions and components for hours of fun.