Cross Clues
A five-minute co-op word game where one clue must point at two words at once.
What it is
A quick cooperative word game for 2 to 6, perfect for anyone who likes Codenames but would rather not have a side to lose to. Code words line the rows and columns of a grid, and each clue card names one square, such as B2. You give a single word that links the row word with the column word, and the team guesses where the card belongs. Grids run from three by three to five by five, and a five-minute sand timer keeps things moving.
What we love
- Grid size sets the difficulty, from 3x3 to 5x5
- A big pool of code words keeps boards fresh
- Short enough that a second round is easy
Honest trade-offs
- The timer can frustrate people who like time to think
- Your score is the only reward, so endings can feel a bit flat
- Random boards can occasionally be unusually hard
AI summary of player sentiment
Across the tables we polled, players consistently praise the game's approachability and pacing. The most common complaint is the timer can frustrate people who like time to think.
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Content advisory
No content advisory.
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