Comparison

Codenames vs Dixit World

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

Head to head
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

Dixit World

Experience the beloved board game in a digital format. Create and share unique game worlds with friends, or enjoy the classic gameplay. This adaptation leverages the video game medium for a fresh take on the original experience.

Highlights
  • Classic Dixit gameplay
  • Create and share custom game worlds
  • Multiplayer with friends
  • Digital adaptation of board game
  • Unique game worlds
Features
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Dixit World is the adaptation of the popular board game Dixit. Keeping in mind the original game, we crafted a unique game that takes advantage of the video game medium. Enjoy the classic Dixit gameplay, or create and share your Worlds with your friends. The game is free to play.

Screenshots

Codenames4 screens
Dixit World4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Codenames at 66% against Dixit World's 20%. Codenames also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). Dixit World's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On ads and device support 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

Dixit World is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. Dixit World sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Codenames asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 20% of Dixit World's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Dixit World every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Codenames versus Dixit World: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodenamesDixit World
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better3.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews66.4% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better3
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#12 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size221 MB397 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperCGE Digital s.r.o.Tempete Studio

Customer experience

Codenames

All ratings1,129 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews441 reviews
Positive66.4%
Neutral14.5%
Negative19.0%

Dixit World

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

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

Dixit World

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Codenames

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Dixit World

One-time10
  • 103 Dream drops$0.99
  • 517 + 65 Dream Drops$3.99
  • Support pack$4.99
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  • Monthly subscription$4.99
  • 1036 + 363 Dream drops$8.99
  • Bundle subscription$9.99
  • Puzzle Pack$9.99
  • 2073 + 1037 Dream drops$17.99
  • Premium subscription$17.99
  • 10369 + 7129 Dream drops$89.99

Questions

Is Codenames free?
Codenames costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dixit World free?
Dixit World is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Codenames or Dixit World?
Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Dixit World averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Codenames or Dixit World have ads?
Neither Codenames nor Dixit World shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Codenames or Dixit World?
Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Dixit World every 3 months. Most recently, Codenames was updated on October 12, 2026 and Dixit World on September 25, 2026.

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