Comparison

Codenames vs BATTLESHIP

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Codenames

Engage in a strategic word game of deduction and teamwork. Give one-word clues to help your team guess associated words before the opposing team. Enjoy a blend of casual fun and deep thinking with turn-based multiplayer matches.

Highlights
  • Turn-based multiplayer
  • One-word clue system
  • Teamwork and deduction
  • Multiple game modes
  • Spymaster and Operative roles
  • Logic and creativity challenges
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Codenames is available in ENGLISH, GERMAN, FRENCH, ARABIC, ITALIAN, PORTUGUESE, SPANISH, and CZECH. 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. Easy to learn, hard to master Codenames is simple to understand and instantly rewarding. Every match tests your logic, creativity, and intuition — a perfect blend of casual fun and deep thinking. Play at your own pace Turn-based matches let you play whenever you want, as much as you want. Start several games at once and return when it’s your turn — perfect for busy players. Smart fun for sharp minds If you enjoy games that make you think, this is for you. Every clue and guess matters — there’s no autoplay, no idle waiting, just pure wordplay and deduction. Why players love Codenames • Turn-based multiplayer — play with friends or online opponents. • Based on a beloved board game concept: give one-word clues, guess multiple words. • Exclusive twists and new game modes available exclusively in this version. • Choose your role — Spymaster or Operative — and master both perspectives. • One-time purchase unlocks a full experience — no freemium grind, no intrusive ads—just the pure enjoyment for the price of a cup of coffee for the dev team. Join millions of players and test how well you can get into the minds of others. Download Codenames today — the top multiplayer word game for clever thinkers.

About

BATTLESHIP

Experience the classic naval combat board game on your mobile device. Engage in head-to-head battles in traditional mode or try the new tactical Commanders Mode with unique abilities and strategic gameplay. Challenge AI or players worldwide to become the ultimate fleet commander.

Highlights
  • Classic board game conversion
  • Head-to-head naval combat
  • Tactical Commanders Mode
  • Unique commander abilities
  • Single-player AI battles
  • Global multiplayer challenges
  • Mission and ranking system
Features
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You sank my battleship! The official version of the classic Hasbro board game of naval combat is now on mobile! Challenge other players in Classic Mode or in the all-new Commanders Mode - a fast-paced, strategic and tactical variation. Play with unique naval commanders and use resources to activate powerful special abilities that will secure you a win as you wage war on the high seas. BATTLESHIP features: CLASSIC MODE - Faithful conversion of the classic board game - Head-to-head combat - Sink your opponent’s fleet before they sink yours - Call your shot and fire! COMMANDERS MODE - BATTLESHIP with a twist! - A brand new, more tactical variation of the game - 3 new core abilities that shake up the strategic possibilities each turn - Unique special abilities for each Commander - New ship shapes to improve gameplay and the fun factor COMMANDERS - Battle with commanders from throughout the ages FLEETS - Each commander’s fleets feature unique and authentic art for each of the many warships! Watch as they come together in an epic clash of civilizations! ARENAS - Deploy your fleet to every corner of the world and battle in epic arenas inspired by historical naval battles! MISSIONS AND RANKS - Complete missions to earn medals, rank up and become the ultimate commander of the fleet! SINGLE PLAYER - Battle against AI Commanders and raise your game before heading into multiplayer! MULTIPLAYER - Take on a world of commanders all battling to have the last fleet standing and prove that you have what it takes to conquer the oceans! Join us in BATTLESHIP now, and set sail for adventure, battle and glory! BATTLESHIP is a trademark of Hasbro and is used with permission. © 2019 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

Codenames4 screens
BATTLESHIP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Codenames at 4.7 against BATTLESHIP's 4.2. Codenames also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 34%). BATTLESHIP's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Codenames costs $4.99 and BATTLESHIP $2.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BATTLESHIP sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 34% of BATTLESHIP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, BATTLESHIP every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Codenames versus BATTLESHIP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodenamesBATTLESHIP
Price$4.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better4.2 (2.6K ratings)
Positive reviews66.3% of reviews — better34.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K2.6K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#16 — better#32
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size221 MB370 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperCGE Digital s.r.o.Marmalade Game Studio Limited

Customer experience

Codenames

All ratings1,129 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews442 reviews
Positive66.3%
Neutral14.5%
Negative19.2%

BATTLESHIP

All ratings2,616 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative13.1%
Written reviews338 reviews
Positive34.3%
Neutral14.5%
Negative51.2%

User reviews

Codenames

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth and intuitive gameplay
  • 🎨 Excellent visual design
  • 💰 Good value for money
  • 🕹️ Engaging single-player modes
  • 🤝 Enjoyable multiplayer experience

Room to improve

  • ⏱️ Long wait times for other players
  • 🌐 Connectivity issues and server problems
  • 🌍 Cultural differences and language barriers
  • 🔒 Restrictive clue-giving rules
  • 🤖 Jury system allowing questionable words

BATTLESHIP

From 2.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
  • ⚔️ Engaging commander mode
  • 🎨 Great graphics and visuals
  • 🕹️ Classic Battleship experience
  • 🤝 Multiplayer with friends

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnects and crashes in multiplayer
  • 💰 Excessive in-app purchases for content
  • 🤖 AI opponents that appear to cheat
  • 🔒 Inability to change player name
  • 🚫 Lack of female character options

Bugs and requests

Codenames

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Initial launch with only Czech language support
  • Occasional app crashes and server disconnections

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add Codenames Duet mode
  • Implement AI/bot players for faster games
  • Allow custom word packs and themes
  • Add a 'speed mode' for faster gameplay
  • Improve the jury system to maintain game integrity

BATTLESHIP

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Multiplayer games randomly taken over by AI
  • Challenges not tracking progress correctly
  • Inability to reconnect to interrupted online games
  • Crashes and freezes on certain device models

Requested features

5 requests
  • Pass and play mode for local multiplayer
  • Option to disable animations and speed up gameplay
  • Ability to view opponent's board after a match
  • More diverse character selection, including female options
  • Improved AI difficulty settings and behavior

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Codenames

One-time1
  • Krycí jména: Duet$4.99
10 purchases

BATTLESHIP

One-time10
  • Strait of Gibraltar$2.99
  • Baltic Sea$2.99
  • Colossus Bay$2.99
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  • White Cliffs of Dover$2.99
  • Astrid Stormur$3.99
  • Frédéric Potier$3.99
  • Euryleia$3.99
  • Sir Phillip Wade$3.99
  • Queens of the Seas Pack$7.99
  • Super Collection$12.99

Questions

Is Codenames free?
Codenames costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is BATTLESHIP free?
BATTLESHIP costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?
Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while BATTLESHIP averages 4.2 from 2.6K ratings.
Do Codenames or BATTLESHIP have ads?
Neither Codenames nor BATTLESHIP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?
Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and BATTLESHIP every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on November 2, 2026 and BATTLESHIP on November 2, 2026.
Which is more popular, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?
Codenames currently peaks at #16 in the App Store charts, and BATTLESHIP at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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