Hex: Anxiety Relief Relax Game
- August 21, 2017
- Infinity Games, Lda
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Get on Apple Store"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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Reviews
- The game is very relaxing and helps with anxiety relief.
- Beautiful graphics and soothing music enhance the gameplay experience.
- The puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, making it enjoyable.
- There are frequent and intrusive ads that disrupt the gameplay.
- Some users experience issues with progress not being saved or restored.
- The controls can be sensitive, leading to frustration when trying to rotate pieces.
- monetization337 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game primarily relies on ads, which many users find intrusive and disruptive to the gameplay experience. While players can pay a small fee to remove ads, numerous complaints indicate that ads still appear even after payment, leading to frustration. Overall, while some users appreciate the option to eliminate ads, the frequency and intrusiveness of advertisements significantly detract from the game's calming nature.
“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 ads, but I'm still getting them. The ads are too annoying.”
“This game is really awesome, the graphics are extraordinary & also the background music was so lovely & it makes the mind so relaxed. Good job, but the only problem is too many ads, so please try to stop that.”
- music293 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
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 variety of music options and the ability to turn it off, while some express a desire for more diverse tracks to prevent repetitiveness. However, the intrusive loud ads disrupt the tranquil atmosphere, detracting from the enjoyment of the otherwise beautiful soundtrack.
“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 music is soothing and beautiful as well as imagery.”
“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!?”
“It was all good until after every puzzle an ad pops up blaring music and ruining the mood.”
“Fun, relaxing game, but doesn't get 5 stars because it employs the two worst types of ads: time-wasting 'play our tower defense game' types, and ads with loud audio, which absolutely ruins the soft, relaxing music in the game.”
- graphics75 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, with many users appreciating the clean, minimalistic design that enhances the relaxing gameplay experience. While some reviews note that the visuals can feel flat or simplistic, the overall consensus highlights the soothing and polished nature of the graphics, making it a visually pleasing puzzle game. However, a few users suggest that improvements could be made to enhance the visual experience further.
“The graphics are beautiful too!!”
“Amazing smooth beautiful graphics!”
“Beautiful graphics and extremely playable.”
“The visuals feel flatter and the transitions less fluid than the other games, and I'm not sure why.”
“It's graphics are clean, but they can make it hard to see the puzzle pieces.”
“But needs some improvement in graphics.”
- gameplay60 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple, relaxing, and satisfying, making it a great option for players seeking a low-stress experience. While many appreciate the calming mechanics and beautiful graphics, frequent and intrusive ads disrupt the flow, leading to mixed feelings about the overall quality. Despite these distractions, the game offers a substantial amount of content and enjoyable puzzle-solving challenges.
“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.”
“Don't expect any riveting gameplay, because the point of the game is that it gives you something to do without overstimulating your brain.”
“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.”
- stability11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent freezes and glitches, particularly when transitioning between levels or during ad displays. While some players enjoy the gameplay and find it visually appealing, the recurring bugs and non-responsiveness have led to frustration and even uninstallation for others. Overall, the experience is marred by stability issues, despite some positive feedback regarding its functionality.
“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 trying to go to the next level or to run an ad (unsure which one).”
“With buggy I meant that the puzzle was sometimes non-responsive.”
“The game just freezes and starts flickering.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its calming and immersive qualities, enhanced by soothing background music and beautiful artwork. The varying puzzle difficulties contribute to a zen-like experience, allowing players to enjoy a relaxing environment while engaging with the game. Overall, the atmospheric elements significantly enrich the gameplay experience.
“The difficulty varies from puzzle to puzzle, which maintains the zen atmosphere.”
“Figure it out for yourself and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere combined with the artwork that's rewarded upon completion.”
“Very immersive atmosphere.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss; while some players find it amusing and entertaining, particularly at higher levels, others feel it lacks humor early on. Overall, it seems to provide a mix of funny moments and relaxing gameplay, appealing to those who enjoy lighthearted fun.
“Oh, and, level 200, very funny, lol”
“It's relaxing, love the sound, and you can create funny shapes that make you laugh. I recommend this game to everyone!”
“Hilariously wonderful!!!”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, players have mixed experiences with optimization; while some report smooth performance and no lag, others experience stuttering issues, particularly when ads are involved. The game is generally praised for its calming nature and lack of competitive pressure, contributing to a positive user experience for many.
“The game is calming and really does help with anxiety; it doesn't lag or slow down 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.”
“It's super optimized to run efficiently.”
“Plus, I get this stuttering which never happened before I started playing with ads.”
“The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and lag during gameplay.”
“The game runs poorly on my device, making it frustrating to enjoy the experience.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, noting that it can evoke feelings of stress relief and safety, while also highlighting the potential for frustration when interactions lead to unintended consequences. Overall, the game provides a mix of soothing and challenging emotional experiences.
“Great stress reliever and made me feel better :)”
“Made me feel safe”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative, focusing instead on enjoyable puzzles and soothing music, which many users find appealing. Overall, while the story element is absent, the experience remains satisfying for players.
“I love this app, end of story.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect to be both challenging and enjoyable, though some consider it tedious due to the one-directional rotation of links, which can lead to additional taps if a target is missed.
“It's challenging but fun; it kinda seems tedious though that the links only rotate in one direction, so if you miss your spot, you have to tap 5 extra times to get back where you want it.”
