Codenames vs Blood Rage
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Codenames
⭐ 7.6# 145💰 $20👤 2-8
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.
Card GameDeductionParty GameSpy/Secret Agent
Blood Rage
⭐ 7.8# 53💰 $65👤 2-4
Blood Rage is a Viking-themed strategy game where players control their Viking clans to gain glory before Ragnarok destroys the world. Players draft cards, invade territories, and upgrade their clans. The game features a unique mechanism where even losing battles can bring rewards.
FightingMythologyTerritory Building
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Codenames | Blood Rage |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 145 | 53 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.6 | 7.8 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2015 | 2015 |
| Price | 20 ✓ | 65 |
| Min Players | 2 | 2 |
| Max Players | 8 ✓ | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 15 ✓ | 90 |
| Min Age | 10 ✓ | 13 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.29 | 2.93 ✓ |
Codenames wins in 4 categories, Blood Rage wins in 3 categories.
Codenames — Time Estimates
2-Player Game15 min
Quick session with a smaller group
8-Player Game15 min
Full table experience
Learning Session45 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Blood Rage — Time Estimates
2-Player Game60 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game90 min
Full table experience
Learning Session105 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Codenames
Categories
Card GameDeductionParty GameSpy/Secret AgentWord Game
Mechanics
Communication LimitsDeductionMemoryTeam-Based Game
Blood Rage
Categories
FightingMythologyTerritory Building
Mechanics
Area Majority / InfluenceCard DraftingDice RollingHand ManagementOpen DraftingVariable Player Powers
Rating Comparison
Codenames7.6
Blood Rage7.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Codenames or Blood Rage?
Codenames has a rating of 7.6, while Blood Rage has 7.8. Blood Rage is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Codenames or Blood Rage?
Codenames costs approximately $20 and Blood Rage costs approximately $65. Codenames is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Codenames or Blood Rage?
Codenames supports 2-8 players and Blood Rage supports 2-4 players. Codenames supports more players.
Is Codenames or Blood Rage more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Codenames has a complexity weight of 1.29 and Blood Rage has 2.93. Blood Rage is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Codenames or Blood Rage?
Codenames takes about 15 minutes to play, while Blood Rage takes about 90 minutes. Codenames is the quicker game.