Codenames Duet (2nd Edition)

Codenames: Duet brings a cooperative twist to the world-renowned word game series from Czech Games Edition. Unlike the original competitive format, Duet requires you and your partner to work together as a single team to contact all 15 of your secret agents before time runs out. Navigating a shared grid of words, you must provide clever one-word clues to help your partner identify the correct agents on their side of the map. However, the mission is fraught with danger, as multiple hidden assassins lurk within the grid. A single wrong guess could end the game instantly, making every clue a high-stakes decision that requires perfect synchronisation with your teammate.

The 2025 edition comes packed with high-quality game materials, including 316 cards featuring 400 brand-new words that provide fresh challenges even for veteran Codenames players. The box also includes a convenient card holder and time markers that add a sense of urgency to each round. The gameplay process is elegantly simple: you see some of your partner's agents, and they see some of yours. By exchanging clues that relate to as many words on the board as possible, you slowly uncover the full network of operatives. This shared perspective creates a unique psychological puzzle where you must consider not only what your words mean to you, but how your partner will interpret them.

While specifically optimised for a rewarding two-player experience, Codenames: Duet is versatile enough to be played in larger teams, making it a flexible addition to any game night. It is also fully compatible with other editions of Codenames, allowing you to mix and match word cards for nearly infinite playing possibilities. Whether you are looking for a challenging date-night activity or a deep cooperative strategy game to play with a friend, Codenames: Duet offers a satisfying blend of deduction, vocabulary, and teamwork. The inclusion of a campaign map further tracks your progress across different global cities, adding a layer of long-term progression to your missions.

• Cooperative Mission: Move away from competition and work together to uncover 15 agents while navigating a shared field of danger.
• Expanded Vocabulary: Includes 400 new words that can be used as a standalone game or integrated into any other Codenames set.
• Tense Time Mechanics: Manage your limited turns using time markers, ensuring every clue and guess is carefully considered.
• Two-Player Optimisation: Designed from the ground up to provide the definitive Codenames experience for exactly two people or small teams.
• Global Campaign: Includes a mission map that allows players to track their successes and take on increasingly difficult challenges across the world.