Codenames vs Agricola
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Codenames
Codenames is a word-based party game where two teams compete to contact their agents first. Each round, a spymaster gives a one-word clue that can point to multiple words on the board. Their teammates must guess the correct words while avoiding the opposing team's agents and the assassin. Simple to learn but endlessly replayable.
Agricola
Agricola is a farming strategy game where players manage their own family farms. Workers gather resources, build fences, plant crops, and raise animals through 14 rounds. The game is known for its tight resource economy and the constant pressure to feed your family. With many cards for variety, each game offers unique strategic paths.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Codenames | Agricola |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 145 | 24 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.6 | 8 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2007 ✓ |
| Price | 20 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 1 ✓ |
| Max Players | 8 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 15 ✓ | 120 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 12 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.29 | 3.63 ✓ |
Codenames wins in 4 categories, Agricola wins in 5 categories.