CGE Czech Games Edition Codenames Boardgame
$49.99
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Established in 2007, Czech Games Edtion (CGE) is dedicated to crafting innovative board games. Our passion for games drives us forward.
Founded in 2007, Czech Games Edition (CGE) released our first title, Galaxy Trucker by Vlaada Chvátil.
Since then, CGE has published over 40 games and expansions, including Codenames, Alchemists, Tzolk’in, Letter Jam, Pulsar 2849, Dungeon Petz, Space Alert, Last Will, Tash-Kalar, and many others.
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The Top Secret Word Game
Codenames is a global phenomenon, with over 14 million copies sold! Engaging and fun for the whole family, kids to grandparents alike!
At CGE (Czech Games Edition), we are the inventors, manufacturer, and publisher of all our games! After design, development, and manufacturing in the Czech Republic, we work with partners to distribute our games worldwide!
Our company headquarters is in Prague, and we have a secondary office in Brno. There, we have a full digital team that works on our apps and digital game implementations for phones, tablets, and computers!
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Work together to contact all of your agents before the other team
A perfect party game experience for game nights
2-8+ player (in two teams)
15 minutes playtime
Ages 10 and up
Gabriella –
It’s an excellent game and very creative but there are som difficulties in explaining some rules to people. How do you, for example, since you are playing on the same team, not give away the answer when someone is guessing out loud without making the actual “guess”
[...]goodreads –
Je m’en suis servie avec des élèves allant de la 3è à la terminale, et cela leur a permis de découvrir le double sens de certains mots dans un ambiance très enjouée. Je recommande.
[...]Sarah –
Must purchase for parties
[...]Viktor Knecht –
Gut und schnell angekommen.
[...]Jennifer –
Great game to play with 4 people
[...]Monty and Lizzy –
Add this to your game closet!
[...]This game is so much fun. Any age can play this game if they can read. The box is small enough to take anywhere, even in your purse. There is a strategy to this game, if you chose to do so, or you can just play it simply. It is fun to play both sides, whether you are giving clues or getting clues. It makes you think outside the box as well. We laughed a lot, and we didn’t want to stop playing. We played way into the night. Fun fun fun game.
Apeksha Vora –
Fun!
[...]This game is so much fun and thought provoking! Instructions are available and easy to read
Washingtonian –
Haven’t played a game like this before!
[...]Purchased after playing with family recently. Pretty easy to learn but the nuances of the game make it very interesting and fun! Great for teams as few as two or more but takes a little longer to play than what is indicated in the description. Could be a little more difficult to play with younger children mixed with adults. Older children with adults would be a good mix, but children under 13 may want to play with others their own age.
Joy & Ty –
Soo fun! Makes you use your brain
[...]We first played with new friends on a catamaran cruise. We had a BLAST! from there we have purchased for our family, friends, and selves. The gameplay takes a bit of time as the code masters have to first figure out their clue then the team having to consider the clue and the cards. This could be good education game for young teens finding the similarities of things being the same similarity and different as a word can have many meanings. Super easy to learn and nice size for traveling to parties or small spaces like boats or RVs.
Cohen Blakeman –
Codenames: A Great Thinking Game
[...]I love this game, great for families and very easy to pick up. It really helps if you are in tune with your partner, because it makes some really neat interactions!
Cerviperus –
So much fun & replayability crammed in a small box!
[...]I put off trying this game for so long because the premise didn’t really interest me; I’m not normally a huge fan of word games. However, I regret not buying it when I first heard about it.The Good: This game is comprised of a stack of double-sided codenames cards, stack of key cards, cardboard agent/bystander cards, a plastic card stand, and a timer. That’s it, and there’s nothing wrong with any of it. Cards are easily readable from either side of the table, colors on the “key” cards are vibrant, and the cardboard cards are solid with good artwork. Setup is super quick – lay out a grid of 25 codenames, separate the agent/bystander cards, and draw a key card – done. Instructions are easy to understand, and easy to teach to new players. We take this game almost everywhere we go and have taught countless people to play, both gamers & non-gamers alike. Gameplay is team-based, and your experience can vary widely (in a good way) depending on the group you play with. As a spy master, you are playing to your teammates. Sometimes that’s super thinky, other times fairly simple. While sometimes a really close or thinky game can last for a while, I’ve never once gotten this game out and stopped at a single game. The design of the key cards & random layout of the codenames cards means the game has virtually unlimited replayability.The Bad: If I had to pick something, I would say the downtime while the spymasters come up with their clues. This will also depend on your group. While there isn’t much for teams to do while spymasters think, our groups typically use that time to sow confusion among the other teams, so it’s rarely a dull time.The Indifferent: I definitely consider this a party game. I don’t feel it can be played at anything less than 4 players, and really shines at 6 and up. If you want a 2-player version, try Codenames: Duet.If you’re considering this game, all I can say is “buy it”. Play it, and I don’t think you’ll regret it. It’s one of those games that is really hard to explain what it is that grabs you, but once it does you’ll want to keep playing. I watched countless reviewers singing this game’s praises, but still didn’t think it sounded like something I would enjoy. How wrong I was. You can find this game on sale anywhere from $10-$20, and I can think of very few games that bring as much fun and replayability at such a low cost.
Asok Mani Sidharth –
Codenames is a must-have party game!
[...]Codenames is an absolute hit! Whether you’re playing with family, friends, or even coworkers, this game delivers endless fun and laughter. The concept is simple yet brilliantly strategic—giving one-word clues to connect multiple words on the board while avoiding the opposing team’s words (and the dreaded assassin!).I love how the game scales well for different group sizes, and the replayability is fantastic since the word combinations always change. It’s easy to learn but still challenges your creativity and teamwork. Plus, the compact box makes it perfect for game nights, travel, or even icebreakers at gatherings.If you’re looking for a fun, engaging, and brain-teasing game, Codenames is a must-buy! Highly recommended!