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A shared secret mission

Codenames: Duet

Trade clever clues and try to solve the same mission together.

2+players
15minutes
11+ages
Together
ON THE BOARDGA SHELFCodenames: DuetCzech Games Edition

Is this your kind of game?

A good fit if…

You like word puzzles and want a cooperative option that works with two.

Maybe skip it if…

You want open discussion of every decision or dislike ambiguous clues.

What you actually do

Each partner sees different information about the same grid of words. Take turns giving clues to find your agents before your opportunities run out, while avoiding the hidden assassins.

For your first game

Leave time to discuss the connections after the mission. That conversation is part of the appeal.

Allow extra time for unpacking and learning. The publisher’s play time is a guide, and your first session can take longer.

The details behind this pick

Player counts, age guidance, and play time come from Czech Games Edition. The fit advice is Boardga’s editorial interpretation of the game’s format and mechanics, not a claim of hands-on testing.

Edition note: Specifications follow the 2025 edition. Supports more players divided into two sides.

Source checked . Box artwork may vary by edition and market.