Codenames vs The Quacks of Quedlinburg

Side by side comparison of two top board games

Codenames

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
The Quacks of Quedlinburg

The Quacks of Quedlinburg

⭐ 7.7# 67💰 $35👤 2-4

The Quacks of Quedlinburg is a push-your-luck game where players brew potions by drawing ingredients from their bags. Each ingredient has different effects, and players must decide when to stop drawing before their potion explodes. The game features variable player powers and a unique bag-building mechanism.

FantasyMedievalPuzzle

Specification Comparison

SpecCodenamesThe Quacks of Quedlinburg
BGG Rank14567 ✓
Rating7.67.7 ✓
Year Published2015 ✓2018
Price20 ✓35
Min Players22
Max Players8 ✓4
Play Time (min)15 ✓45
Min Age1010
Complexity (1-5)1.291.96 ✓

Codenames wins in 4 categories, The Quacks of Quedlinburg 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)

The Quacks of Quedlinburg — Time Estimates

2-Player Game45 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game45 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)

Category & Mechanic Comparison

Codenames

Categories
Card GameDeductionParty GameSpy/Secret AgentWord Game
Mechanics
Communication LimitsDeductionMemoryTeam-Based Game

The Quacks of Quedlinburg

Categories
FantasyMedievalPuzzle
Mechanics
Deck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingOpen DraftingPush Your LuckVariable Player Powers

Rating Comparison

Codenames7.6
The Quacks of Quedlinburg7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which game has a higher rating, Codenames or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Codenames has a rating of 7.6, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 7.7. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Codenames or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Codenames costs approximately $20 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg costs approximately $35. Codenames is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Codenames or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Codenames supports 2-8 players and The Quacks of Quedlinburg supports 2-4 players. Codenames supports more players.
Is Codenames or The Quacks of Quedlinburg more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Codenames has a complexity weight of 1.29 and The Quacks of Quedlinburg has 1.96. The Quacks of Quedlinburg is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Codenames or The Quacks of Quedlinburg?
Codenames takes about 15 minutes to play, while The Quacks of Quedlinburg takes about 45 minutes. Codenames is the quicker game.

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