Editorial Pick · $20
Codenames
Word-association party game. Plays with grandparents, college kids, anyone in between.
Light weight
Codenames
Why Codenames.
Word-association party game. Plays with grandparents, college kids, anyone in between.
It plays best in 5+ players, family with kids and holiday gathering situations — that's where this pick earns its place over the alternatives at the same weight class.
No paid placement. No sponsorship. We tested the game and chose it. The Amazon link funds the lights — if you'd rather buy direct from a local game store, find one via BoardGameGeek.
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