Codenames vs Wingspan
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.
Wingspan
Wingspan is a strategy game about birds. Players are bird enthusiasts collecting birds for their wildlife preserves. Each bird played adds to a player's engine, generating food, eggs, or card draws. The game features 170 unique bird cards, each with its own habitat preference and special ability. Beautiful artwork and a relaxing pace make it accessible to all.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Codenames | Wingspan |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 145 | 23 ✓ |
| Rating | 7.6 | 8 ✓ |
| Year Published | 2015 ✓ | 2019 |
| Price | 20 ✓ | 55 |
| Min Players | 2 | 1 ✓ |
| Max Players | 8 ✓ | 5 |
| Play Time (min) | 15 ✓ | 60 |
| Min Age | 10 | 10 |
| Complexity (1-5) | 1.29 | 2.58 ✓ |
Codenames wins in 4 categories, Wingspan wins in 4 categories.