About this game
Codenames is a clever word game of deduction, teamwork, and strategy, inspired by the popular board game loved worldwide. Give one-word clues, link multiple words, and read your teammates’ minds to win before the other team does.
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System requirements
Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 (64bit version only)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 or AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 2000 graphics
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 512 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 or better (64bit version only)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 or AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
- Graphics: Intel HD 2000 graphics
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1024 MB available space
Common fixes for game issues
Haven't found a fix in the Bugs, Crashes & Solutions section above? These general steps often resolve crashes, freezes, and performance issues.
Update graphics drivers
Install the latest GPU drivers from NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel. Outdated drivers are a leading cause of crashes and visual glitches.
Verify game files
Use your launcher's "Verify integrity" option to repair missing or corrupted game files.
Run as administrator
Right-click the game executable and choose "Run as administrator" to fix permission-related launch or save issues.
Disable background apps
Turn off overlays and close heavy background apps to free RAM and reduce conflicts.