Codenames vs Real Queen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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 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.
Real Queen
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L’antico fascino delle biglie in un nuovo gioco sorprendente e divertente Se ti piacciono i giochi astratti come la Dama o gli Scacchi Real Queen ti stupirà! Il gioco è predisposto per due giocatori che si affrontano. Ogni mossa e riflettuta e ponderata attentamente, con un ritmo di gioco avvincente e altalenante, dove non si è mai sicuri di aver vinto, perché un’ultima mossa può cambiare il destino della partita.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Real Queen at Free against Codenames's $4.99. Codenames's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#13 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Real Queen is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Real Queen every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Codenames | Real Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #13 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 221 MB | 137 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | CGE Digital s.r.o. | Leonardo Catano |
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
Real Queen
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Codenames
No in-app purchases
Real Queen
No in-app purchases








