Whether you’re looking for the next Codenames or want something more like Just One, there are plenty of board games out there that will keep your friends guessing words. Words are used in the clues for all these games and it’s up to each team to interpret those clues correctly and find their opponents’ secret agents without being caught by the assassin. The best part about these games is that they’re cooperative so no player is singled out for being wrong or right.
Word A Round is an award-winning word game that combines both word-forming and deduction in one fun package. Players get a set of eight letter cards (consonants only) and try to string them together into the highest-scoring word they can. Each pair of letters is worth a different amount so getting the right letters in the correct position can be quite tricky. This is a quick and easy game to learn and a great choice for younger players or those who don’t mind a little competition.
Taboo is a classic word game that’s perfect for adults and teens. Players give clues to try and make their teammates guess the word on the board but they can’t say certain words that are ‘forbidden’ or they lose. It’s a fun social game that makes for a good party game and is great for holidays or reunions.