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CODENAMES companion on Windows Pc

Developed By: CGE digital

License: Free

Rating: 3,3/5 - 668 votes

Last Updated: August 04, 2026

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

Game Details

Version 2.1.241
Size 113.9 MB
Release Date September 19, 25
Category Board Games

Game Permissions:
Allows applications to access information about networks. [see more (4)]

What's New:
Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian languages added [see more]

Description from Developer:
This is a companion app, not a standalone game!
To use this app, you’ll need a physical copy of Codenames or Codenames: Pictures.

The Codenames Companion app is the official digit... [read more]

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About this game

On this page you can download CODENAMES companion and play on Windows PC. CODENAMES companion is free Board game, developed by CGE digital. Latest version of CODENAMES companion is 2.1.241, was released on 2025-09-19 (updated on 2026-08-04). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 100,000. Overall rating of CODENAMES companion is 3,3. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This game had been rated by 668 users, 293 users had rated it 5*, 200 users had rated it 1*.

How to play CODENAMES companion on Windows?

Instruction on how to play CODENAMES companion on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install CODENAMES companion on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this game on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Play CODENAMES companion using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "CODENAMES companion" icon on the home screen to start playing, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to play CODENAMES companion on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "CODENAMES companion" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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This is a companion app, not a standalone game!
To use this app, you’ll need a physical copy of Codenames or Codenames: Pictures.

The Codenames Companion app is the official digital assistant for your favorite word association board game. Whether you're playing with friends or family, this app helps streamline your setup and brings new options to set up the grid.

Features:
Random Key Card Generator
Set your preferences and generate unique key cards for every round. No two games will ever be the same!

In-Game Timer
Add some tension and keep things fast-paced. Set a custom time limit for players’ turns and keep everyone on their toes.

Device Sharing or Sync
Use one device for both spymasters, or sync across multiple devices using a simple code. Choose your preferred way.
Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian languages added
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows access to the vibrator.
Allows applications to open network sockets.