Codenames: Original Core Game (Retail Edition)

Board Game Geek Rating: 7.66. Average Player Rating: 7.75. Suitable for 2 - 8 players and published in 2015. This is the Retail Edition of the Codenames board game. In this exciting game, two rival spymasters know the secret identities of 25 agents, while their teammates only know them by codenames. Two teams compete to contact all their agents first. Spymasters give one - word clues related to multiple board words. Teammates must guess the right - colored words, avoiding the opponent's words and the assassin. Whether you win or lose, figuring out the clues is a blast! At TheGameSteward, a good part of your spending on this game will support new Kickstarter games. If you have purchase questions or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.

How to play: First, divide into two teams with a spymaster for each team. The spymasters look at the secret identities of the agents. The spymasters then give one - word clues to their teammates so they can guess the words on the board that belong to their team. Try to find all your team's agents before the other team does, and be careful not to pick the assassin's word. Note: Make sure everyone understands the rules before starting the game. If there are new players, explain the concept of codenames and clues clearly. Maintenance: Keep the game in a dry place to prevent the cards from getting damaged. After each use, put all the cards and pieces back in the box neatly.