Hex: Anxiety Relief Relax Game

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"Hex: Anxiety Relief Relax Game" is a hexagonal-based puzzle game similar to Infinity Loop, where you build closed shape patterns by connecting all the pieces. The game offers a new way to create loops, designed to improve focus and attention, with no timers or pressure to solve levels, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. It's a simple, clean, and joyful game for all players, regardless of their pace or problem-solving skills.

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Play Modes

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

Hex: Anxiety Relief Relax Game screenshot

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 14,416 reviews

music360 positive mentions

monetization500 negative mentions

music
719 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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2%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience of gameplay. Many players appreciate the ambient soundtrack, which they find therapeutic and conducive to focus, although some express a desire for more variety in the music selection. However, intrusive ads with loud audio disrupt the serene atmosphere, detracting from the enjoyment of the game's peaceful soundscape.
- “What I didn't expect was the background music to play a major role in shifting my mood.”
- “The music is really beautiful and relaxing, and the finished levels are really satisfying to look at.”
- “Listening to it and the puzzles are therapeutic in a way and it brought tears to my eyes almost listening to the music.”
- “The repetitive music makes me tire of playing before the game itself.”
- “The ads are so loud when you're using the background music to help relax, and then it switches to the obnoxious ads. What's the point of having it under relaxing!?”
- “I thought it was going to be an easy tap game, but the additional suspenseful music didn't help.”
monetization
554 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
90%
The monetization strategy of the game includes ads that can be removed for a small fee, typically around four euros, which many users find reasonable given the content provided. However, numerous reviews express frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly after updates that have led to unexpected ad reappearances even for those who paid for ad removal. While some players appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many feel that the current ad implementation disrupts the game's calming nature, leading to a mixed reception regarding its monetization approach.
- “Plus, little to no ads so you can enjoy playing the game as it should.”
- “Absolutely love this game, no ads so far, relaxing and satisfying with a slight brain strain but pleasant.”
- “Amazing game, little to no ads and from 2 developers!”
- “The gameplay is great, and as the description says, it is in fact a great anxiety relief, but the frequent ads that play suddenly and sometimes loudly after a level are anxiety-inducing and an overall sensory nightmare.”
- “I paid to remove the ads, and found it's a simple relaxing game, but I still get ads.”
- “This game is really awesome, the graphics are extraordinary & also the background music was so lovely & it makes the mind so relaxed, good job dudes & the only problem is too much of ads so please try to stop that.”
graphics
221 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
33%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and simplicity, with many users appreciating the minimalist aesthetic that enhances the relaxing gameplay experience. While some reviews mention that the visuals can feel flat or lack fluidity compared to other titles, the overall consensus highlights the clean, polished graphics and soothing art style as key strengths. However, a few users express a desire for more graphical variety and improvements to enhance visual appeal.
- “The graphics are beautiful too!!”
- “Amazing smooth beautiful graphics!”
- “Great graphics, calming music, and such beautiful patterns.”
- “The visuals feel flatter and the transitions less fluid than the other games, and I'm not sure why.”
- “But needs some improvement in graphics.”
- “Just please fix the graphics; sometimes it glitches.”
gameplay
168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
38%
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and relaxing nature, making it an effective stress reliever and enjoyable time-killer. While many players appreciate the calming mechanics and beautiful graphics, some express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt the experience. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of easy-to-understand puzzles and engaging challenges, though a few users desire more complexity and originality in the gameplay.
- “The simplicity of the gameplay to resolve difficult complexities is brilliant.”
- “Amazing, calming gameplay, something to play at night before bedtime.”
- “Very relaxing and soothing gameplay without nauseating or urgent flashing gimmicks that would possibly suck the user into spending more time which would foster unhealthy addictive type behavior.”
- “A game with a lot of easy to conquer content that has no demand for gameplay is, simply put, low quality.”
- “Uninstalled in the first 5 minutes due to a full-page ad interrupting gameplay, loud and horrible in the middle of gameplay.”
- “It's alright, but the gameplay is very dull, no challenge at all.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
11%
79%
The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezing and glitches, particularly when transitioning between levels or during ads. While some players appreciate the overall design and find it enjoyable, the recurring technical issues have led to frustration and even uninstallation for others. Overall, the game shows potential but suffers from significant stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Looks and runs great!”
- “No ads popped up, no glitches.”
- “But on this game, and maybe a few others by the same group, it freezes when it's trying to go to the next level or to run an ad (unsure which one).”
- “Everyone I downloaded glitches and freezes up after a couple of levels.”
- “Shapes are creative, music is calming... the only thing that concerns me is when I start the game, the screen freezes and turns into a pixelated blur of my old homescreen (resembling glitch art) before changing into the game.”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
20%
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its calming and immersive qualities, enhanced by ambient music that complements the puzzle-solving experience. Players appreciate the zen-like environment, which is maintained despite varying puzzle difficulties, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience overall. The combination of artwork and sound design contributes significantly to the game's tranquil ambiance.
- “Figure it out for yourself and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere combined with the artwork that's rewarded upon completion.”
- “Super calming and the atmospheric background music definitely adds to the experience.”
- “Very immersive atmosphere.”
- “Know that you need them to support you but don't let them ruin the atmosphere and intentions of your game.”
- “The hexagon format adds a layer of challenge, but still has the same calming atmosphere.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and entertaining, particularly at higher levels where creative shapes elicit laughter. However, some users feel that the humor is lacking in the early stages, suggesting a mixed experience depending on the player's progress. Overall, the game is described as both relaxing and amusing, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.
- “It's relaxing, love the sound, and you can create funny shapes; some make you laugh. I recommend this game to everyone!”
- “Funny, so damn gorgeous, relaxing, and super cool!”
- “It's funny, interesting, addictive, and beautiful.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
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Overall, user reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players praise the game for its smooth performance and calming nature, others report issues such as stuttering, slow startup, and level transitions. Despite its simplicity, there are calls for improvements in performance, particularly regarding ad management and loading times.
- “The game is calming and really does help with anxiety; it doesn't lag or slow for me and runs smoothly. Highly recommend.”
- “It's nice to have a relaxing, no-pressure game where you are not compared against the performance of others.”
- “You guys always surprise me by taking your performance one step further. Loved this game and the sound is so divine.”
- “Finally, its performance is bad for such a simple game, slow startup, level transition, etc.”
- “It's so simple and elegant just like the original but I feel that the performance has to be improved.”
- “Please update to better performance and the ads are too expensive; please make them cheaper.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally uplifting and a great stress reliever, often feeling a sense of safety while engaging with it. However, some frustrations arise from the mechanics, such as the rotation issue, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Great stress reliever and made me feel better :)”
- “Made me feel safe”
- “It's a wonderful game.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a traditional narrative but offers an engaging experience through its easy puzzles and captivating music, which some players feel create a sense of story as they progress. Overall, while the story element is minimal, the game's atmosphere and design resonate positively with users.
- “It's well made, the sounds are lovely, the music is entrancing and the levels feel like a story as I solve them.”
- “Has an inner meaning or story, I suppose.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both challenging and enjoyable, though many note it can become tedious due to the repetitive tapping required to correct mistakes. The controls are described as shaky, contributing to the feeling of frustration when trying to navigate the mechanics. Overall, while the grinding can be seen as a drawback, it does not significantly detract from the game's overall appeal.
- “Tedious, repetitious tapping.”
- “Having to tap five times to rotate something the right way is a little tedious, though.”
- “Overall great game, it's a little tedious having to continuously press the same shape when you press it by mistake in order to correct it, besides that, perfect game!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable and highly replayable, appreciating its visual appeal and low hardware requirements, which make it accessible for a wider audience.
- “Fun, replayable, and visually appealing, while not demanding on hardware.”