# Codenames vs King Tactics

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: King Tactics at none against Codenames's 1. King Tactics also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Codenames's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 7) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Codenames costs $2.99 and King Tactics $2.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. King Tactics asks for nothing beyond the download.

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 66% and 67% positive.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, King Tactics every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | King Tactics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | [4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/king-tactics/id1471309505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#13** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 264 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [United Soft Media Verlag GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/330111789) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Paid · Board, #18 Top Paid · Puzzle, #142 Top Paid · Games (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


### King Tactics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/king-tactics/id1471309505)

Engage in tactical battles inspired by the Wars of the Roses. Command your troops, conquer territories, and outmaneuver opponents in this strategy game. Play solo, against AI, or challenge players worldwide.

**Highlights:** Tactical troop placement, Territory conquest, Single and multiplayer modes, Campaign mode, Online and offline multiplayer, High score list

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

Codenames costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is King Tactics free?

King Tactics costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or King Tactics?

Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while King Tactics averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.

### Do Codenames or King Tactics have ads?

Neither Codenames nor King Tactics shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or King Tactics?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and King Tactics every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on October 29, 2026 and King Tactics on October 29, 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.*