Codenames is a social word game with a simple premise and challenging game play. Two rival spymasters know the secret identities of 25 agents. Their teammates know the agents only by their codenames. The teams compete to see who can make contact with all of their agents first. Spymasters give one-word clues that can point to multiple words on the table. Their teammates try to guess words of their color while avoiding those that belong to the opposing team. And everyone wants to avoid the assassin. The game works very well with 4 players if you prefer to guess without help. Or you can add more players if you prefer lively discussion. There is also a cooperative variant where a single team tries to achieve the highest score they can by playing against the game itself. Discover the thrill of Codenames, the #1 Party Board Game on Board Game Geek! Engage in the ultimate social word game, combining simplicity with challenging gameplay. With two rival spymasters holding the secret identities of 25 agents, players decipher codenames to contact their agents first. Give clever one-word clues, avoid opposing agents and the assassin. Play with 4 players for a challenge, or add more for lively discussions. The comprehensive set includes 16 agent cards, 1 double agent card, 7 innocent bystander cards, 1 assassin card, 40 key cards, a rulebook, a card stand, a timer, and 200 cards with 400 codenames. Suitable for 2 to 8+ players, Codenames adapts to any gathering. With quick 15-minute gameplay, it’s perfect for ages 10 and up, making it an ideal gift for teens and kids. Enjoy endless fun, educational.