Question 1

What other Codenames versions is Duet compatible with?

Accepted Answer

Honestly, I think the Duet version of the game is compatible with any other Codenames version.

The main difference is that instead of having a single-sided "grid" of the words, the duet version uses a dual-sided grid that differ on each side so each player is trying to guess different cards. You can use those grids for the playing cards that come with Duet or with the cards that come from any other version of Codenames.

Question 2

Is this a cooperative game then?

Accepted Answer

It is! You can play with just two people, or you can play in teams with more people (like original Codenames). There's not a lot of talking going on during the game, because you just give one-word hints, but you cooperate in the same vein as solving a puzzle together.

Question 3

Is this game appropriate for children age 10?

Accepted Answer

It requires a reasonably well developed capacity for lateral thinking, as well as a wide-ranging vocabulary (not necessarily a sophisticated vocabulary however). The rules can be easily taught and the box lists playing age as 11+, so I suspect bright 10 year-olds could play. The challenge level can also be modified and so feel less daunting. I have not yet played it with children of that age so take my comments with a pinch of salt! You may also want to consider Codenames: Pictures which has similar rules but uses images rather than words. Note that it is for larger competitive group play, while Duet is a 2-player cooperative game. If you buy both games, as I recently did for a friend, you could mix the image cards with the 2-player rules.

Question 4

What is the map for?

Accepted Answer

It is called the "Mission Map". It gives you a way to string together multiple games. Look at page 9 of the rules for more about that.

Dave

ASIN	B072J234ZF
Age Range Description	120 months to 1188 months
Best Sellers Rank	#63,988 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #2,157 in Board Games
Brand Name	CGE Czech Games Edition
Color	Multi-colored
Container Type	Box
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (6,787)
Educational Objective	Not available
Estimated Playing Time	15 Minutes
Global Trade Identification Number	08594156310400
Grenre	Board, table top and strategy games
Included Components	Codenames Duet
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	22.9 x 16.5 x 7 centimeters
Item Dimensions L x W	22.9L x 16.5W centimeters
Item Type Name	Board Games
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Language	English
Manufacturer	ASMODEE
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	120.0
Manufacturer Part Number	CGE040
Material Type	Cardboard
Model Name	Codenames Duet
Model Number	CGE040
Number of Items	1
Number of Players	2+
Operation Mode	Manual
Package Quantity	1
Power Source	Instruction Manual
Product Style	Codenames Duet Card Game
Set Name	Codenames: Duet
Size	Standard
Subject Character	Nein
Theme	Mystery,Cooperative
UPC	702874124201
Unit Count	1 Count

Czech Games Edition Codenames: Duet

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