Hex

About

Hex is a single-player puzzle game where players clear tiles by jumping 1-2 spaces in any hexagonal direction, with the goal of clearing the entire level. The game features 70 levels, 12 unique tile types, and 7 distinct worlds, providing 4-6 hours of gameplay. With challenges like teleporting tiles and alternating on/off tiles, players must plan ahead carefully to progress and earn 12 achievements. Additional features include colorblind support and 14 bonus levels.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music5 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Hex features a well-designed difficulty curve, gradually introducing new mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging and challenging.
The minimalist presentation and relaxing soundtrack create a soothing atmosphere that enhances the puzzle-solving experience.
The game offers a variety of unique tile types, making for complex and interesting puzzles that require strategic thinking.

The lack of an undo button can be frustrating, especially in longer levels where a single mistake requires restarting the entire puzzle.
Some players found the level design to be messy and not always intuitive, leading to a reliance on trial and error rather than logical problem-solving.
Color differentiation can be an issue for colorblind players, as some tiles are difficult to distinguish, which can hinder gameplay.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a gradual introduction of increasingly complex mechanics, starting from simple core mechanics and evolving into challenging puzzles as players progress through the chapters. With 12 unique tile types and various new elements like portals and wall tiles, the game encourages trial and error, offering guides for players who may feel stuck. Overall, it combines elegant design with logical mechanics, providing a fun and challenging experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
- “Starts off simple then adds more complicated mechanics as you get further into the game.”
- “The core gameplay is very simple, but as new types of hexagons are added, each of them with different limitations, the game gets very complex and will require a lot of trial and error. However, if you feel stuck, there are guides for every level available to help you achieve your goals quicker.”
- “Each world introduces new mechanics such as portals, white tiles, and wall tiles.”
- “The core gameplay is very simple, but as new types of hexagons are added, each of them with different limitations, the game gets very complex and will require a lot of trial and error. However, if you feel stuck, there are guides for every level available to help you achieve quicker progress.”
- “While new mechanics are introduced, few, if any, are truly original.”
- “I can't imagine how things get when more complex mechanics are introduced.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players found it soothing and well-suited for a relaxing puzzle experience, others muted it quickly due to a lack of engagement with the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as enjoyable and meditative, enhancing the game's calming atmosphere, though some noted that the looping could be too short for extended play sessions.
- “I found the minimalist design, soothing music and sounds, and general low energy of the game to be very relaxing and it actually almost put me to sleep while playing during the evening.”
- “With an enjoyable and chill soundtrack and presentation, Hex is a great puzzler to relax and zone out with.”
- “It’s meditative music and entertaining puzzles make for a very enjoyable experience.”
- “The presentation is fine enough, but I muted the music pretty quickly. I really did not find this fun to play and couldn't even bring myself to finish the bonus levels; it was just no fun at all.”
- “I found the minimalist design, soothing music and sounds, and general low energy of the game to be very relaxing, but it actually almost put me to sleep while playing during the evening.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's minimalist graphics enhance focus on the puzzles, with clear and easily identifiable hexagon designs, although colorblind players may face challenges. Overall, the clean and pleasing visuals complement the progressively complex puzzles effectively.
- “The minimalist presentation and graphics help you keep your focus on the puzzles, and each new kind of hexagon is easy to identify (if you aren’t colorblind).”
- “Clean, pleasing graphics and puzzles that build in difficulty and complexity.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a chill ambiance that enhances the focus on puzzles, complemented by an engaging atmospheric synth soundtrack. Players appreciate how this indie title, created by a solo developer, maintains a captivating environment that encourages continued gameplay.
- “A chill atmosphere that keeps the focus on the puzzles.”
- “This indie puzzler made by a one-man operation was fun and kept me engaged, if not only to hear the atmospheric synth track.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and fails to immerse you in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere is bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, resulting in a disjointed experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the provided text, focusing instead on the gameplay mechanics of navigating a hexagonal board and clearing tiles. As such, there is no clear indication of emotional engagement or impact from the description.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is complemented by a well-designed difficulty curve, beginning with easy tutorial missions that gradually escalate in challenge, enhancing player engagement and understanding of the narrative.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users note that, similar to other solution-based puzzle games, replayability is limited after completing all the levels, as there are few incentives to revisit the game.
- “As with most solution-based puzzle games, there's not much replayability once you complete all the levels.”
- “After finishing the game, I found little incentive to play through it again; the lack of new content really diminishes replay value.”
- “The game offers a linear experience, and once you've solved the puzzles, there's no reason to revisit them.”