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Codenames

5 house rules2 variants2–8 players20 minComplexity 1.3/5

Two-Word Clue Token (Codenames)

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A common Codenames variant grants one controlled exception to strict clueing, creating memorable turns while keeping rules mostly intact.

How to Play It

Each spymaster gets one two-word clue token per game. Use it once; all other clues must follow normal one-word rules.

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No Proper Nouns First Half (Codenames)

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This Codenames clarity rule reduces argument-heavy clue edge cases that often stall party games.

How to Play It

For the first 12 revealed cards, clues cannot be proper nouns. After 12 cards are revealed, standard clue rules apply.

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