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Hang The Kings

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66%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
78% User Score Based on 36 reviews

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About Hang The Kings

Hang The Kings is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Minimol Games and was released on October 25, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hang The Kings is a chess-inspired puzzle game. Capture all pieces of the same color before eliminating its King.

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78%Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features unique mechanics that deviate from traditional chess, providing an interesting challenge for players.
  • Visually appealing with a minimalist aesthetic and soothing background music, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
  • Offers a progressive difficulty curve across 100 levels, making it engaging for both novice and experienced puzzle enthusiasts.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, such as a malfunctioning level select and unresponsive camera controls.
  • The reverse capture mechanics can be confusing and frustrating, especially for players familiar with traditional chess rules.
  • Some levels become overly complex with too many pieces, leading to trial-and-error gameplay rather than strategic planning.

  • gameplay

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by unconventional mechanics, such as the 'reverse capture' system, which may initially confuse players but ultimately offers a unique and engaging experience. While some may find the mechanics challenging to adapt to, many reviewers appreciate the solid puzzles and the game's aesthetic, highlighting its creative approach to chess. Overall, players are encouraged to embrace the learning curve, as the gameplay becomes intuitive over time.

    • “I got pretty surprised by how my body just unconsciously internalized these new mechanics.”
    • “You'll get the hang of the mechanics in no time and without even realizing it.”
    • “A creative way to explore chess with a different type of gameplay.”
    • “The 'reverse capture' mechanics here may be frustrating to some.”
    • “As a lifelong chess player, the mechanics of this game feel weird.”
    • “If I could easily pick up what the pieces were, and didn't have to rewrite my years of chess mechanics in my muscle memory, I probably would have kept going.”

  • graphics

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 12% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and minimal aesthetic, with many users appreciating the pleasing visuals and sophisticated design of the pieces. However, there are notable drawbacks, including a lack of customizable settings and issues with visibility from certain angles, as well as overdone reflections and glare. Overall, while the graphics enhance the gameplay experience, they are hindered by technical limitations.

    • “Solid puzzles and game mechanics with a very pretty yet minimal aesthetic.”
    • “Great visuals.”
    • “Beyond the nice and challenging gameplay, the graphics are a plus; very beautiful, the pieces are stylized in a sophisticated approach.”
    • “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
    • “There's no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
    • “Solid puzzles and game mechanics, but the graphics leave much to be desired.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Users have expressed concerns about the level select feature, noting that its poor functionality due to low scroll wheel sensitivity significantly hampers replayability. Many feel that this issue needs urgent attention to enhance the overall experience.

    • “The level select isn't working — you can only use the scroll wheel to slide the level select screen, and the scroll wheel sensitivity is too low, making it barely usable. This is a major issue for replayability and should be fixed ASAP.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to replay it. The lack of new content or different endings makes it feel like a one-and-done experience.”
    • “The game offers no meaningful choices that affect the outcome, which severely limits replayability. After the first playthrough, there's nothing new to discover.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in these games is highly praised for its polished, minimalist style that complements the environment beautifully. Soft background tracks enhance the overall atmosphere, creating a chic and immersive experience that supports both puzzle-solving and enjoyment.

    • “These games have super polished styles with a minimalist look and music/soundtrack that matches perfectly with their environment.”
    • “With soft background music and a very chic look, this game is a great choice for hours of thinking and fun!”
    • “The puzzles are great, the progression is good, and the art/music really gives a nice 'mood' to the game.”

  • grinding

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the overly bright board and awkwardly shaped pieces, which detract from the overall enjoyment and make gameplay feel frustrating.

  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its relaxing and immersive ambience, enhancing the overall chess experience.

    • “Another great chess game, with a really atmospheric and relaxing ambiance.”
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Hang The Kings is a casual puzzle game. Common tags for Hang The Kings include educational, minimalist and chess.

Hang The Kings is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Hang The Kings was released on October 25, 2019.

Hang The Kings was developed by Minimol Games.

Hang The Kings has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Hang The Kings for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Hang The Kings is a single player game.

Similar games include KNIGHTS, Unlock The King, PEG, HexON, Neon Warp and others.