Codenames: Deep Undercover
- Players
- 4-8
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 6 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 15 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 18+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.3 / 5
- Year
- 2016
About the game
Codenames: Deep Undercover is the mature, adults-only edition of the beloved word-association party game. Two spymasters give one-word clues pointing their teammates toward secret agent codenames on a shared grid, all while avoiding the opposing team's agents and the deadly assassin. This edition swaps in racier, more adult vocabulary for a spicier party experience, while keeping the same fast, clever core gameplay. Supporting 4 to 8 players in just 15 minutes a round, it's built for lively adult game nights.
Hobbli's Notes
Same brilliant clue-giving formula that made Codenames a modern classic, just with a wink and an adult vocabulary twist. It's a great choice once your group has outgrown the original and wants something a little edgier for game night or a party.
What we like
- Hilarious adult-themed twist on a beloved party classic.
- Quick 15-minute rounds keep energy high.
- Scales well for larger groups.
- Easy to teach even to new players.
Keep in mind
- Mature content isn't suitable for all groups.
- Requires an even number of players split into teams.
- Clue-giving luck can occasionally frustrate a team.
Who it's for
Great for adult party groups aged 18 and up, best played in teams of four to eight.
