# Codenames vs Indian Summer Game

The clearest difference is rating: Codenames at 4.7 against Indian Summer Game's 3.7. Codenames also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 15) and chart position (#11 vs unranked). Indian Summer Game's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, review sentiment, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Codenames costs $4.99 and Indian Summer Game $4.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Indian Summer Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 71% of Indian Summer Game's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Indian Summer Game weekly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Indian Summer Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | [3.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indian-summer-game/id1410742147/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [DIGIDICED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1044671795) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Board, #15 Top Paid · Puzzle, #119 Top Paid · Games, #190 Top Paid (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Krycí jména: Duet | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ 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

**Reported bugs**

- Initial launch with only Czech language support
- Occasional app crashes and server disconnections

**Requested features**

- 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


### Indian Summer Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indian-summer-game/id1410742147)

Experience the beauty of autumn in New England with this strategic board game. Collect forest treasures and cover your board with leaves before your opponents. Designed for experienced players, it offers a unique puzzle-solving challenge.

**Highlights:** Autumnal forest theme, Tile placement puzzles, Treasure collection, Competitive gameplay, Strategic depth, Part of a puzzle trilogy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

Codenames costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Indian Summer Game free?

Indian Summer Game costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or Indian Summer Game?

Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Indian Summer Game averages 3.7 from 15 ratings.

### Do Codenames or Indian Summer Game have ads?

Neither Codenames nor Indian Summer Game shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or Indian Summer Game?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Indian Summer Game weekly. Most recently, Codenames was updated on November 6, 2026 and Indian Summer Game on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*