Codenames

What you need

• Codenames base game

Setup

1. Lay 25 word cards in a 5×5 grid.
2. Both spymasters see the secret grid (which words belong to whom + the assassin).

How to play

1. Spymaster gives ONE word + a number (how many words it relates to).
2. Team guesses. Right = keep going (up to number+1). Wrong = turn ends.
3. Hit an opponent's word or bystander = turn ends. Hit the assassin = instant loss.
4. First team to reveal all their agents wins.

Host tips

• Party board game — read the rulebook once before hosting.
• Use the in-app Scorekeeper to track running totals.
• Tap 'Ask AI Judge' if a rules dispute comes up.

Snack & drink pairings

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