Hexa Trains
- October 7, 2019
- Game Studio Abraham Stolk Inc.
Hexa Trains is a railroad simulation game that challenges you to manage the planet's economy by supplying all industries with rail transport services. Your tasks include laying tracks, scheduling trains, and even providing transportation between the planet and its moon. As the infrastructure-hero, it's your job to ensure inter-global transports run smoothly in this immersive and engaging game.
Reviews
- The game features a unique and interesting concept that allows players to explore logistics and train management without pressure.
- The graphics are nice, and the soothing music contributes to a relaxing gameplay experience.
- There is potential for the game to develop into something great, with clever ideas that could benefit from further support and development.
- The game feels aimless and lacks progression, with no real objectives or economy to engage players.
- Many aspects of the game appear incomplete, including interface issues and low-quality audio, making it feel more like a prototype than a finished product.
- The developer has indicated that they will not be working on the game further, leading to concerns about its future and overall value.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a unique exploration of orbital mechanics, providing a mildly entertaining experience as players learn the mechanics. However, the controls and graphics fall short of AAA standards, limiting the overall enjoyment.
“Controls and graphics are not on AAA level, but on the other hand, this game allows you to explore an original gameplay concept.”
“Do you appreciate an unusual level of fidelity in orbital mechanics?”
“The controls and graphics are not on AAA level, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The gameplay feels clunky and unrefined, making it difficult to fully enjoy the game.”
“There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as visually appealing with soothing elements like hexagons, spheres, and multiple planets, contributing to a calming atmosphere. While not on par with AAA titles, they effectively support the game's unique exploration-focused gameplay.
“It's about logistics; there is no pressure, very soothing music, and nice graphics featuring hexagons, spheres, and multiple planets.”
“The graphics may not be on AAA level, but this game allows you to explore an original gameplay concept.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“Character models look bland and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
“The environments feel flat and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized as soothing and low-pressure, complementing the visuals of hexagons, spheres, and multiple planets. However, some users criticize it for being a low-quality MIDI loop, which detracts from the overall experience.
“It's about logistics; there is no pressure, very soothing music, and nice graphics with hexagons, spheres, and multiple planets.”
“The music is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall experience of the game, making every moment feel more engaging.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating a relaxing atmosphere that keeps you coming back for more.”
“The music is a low-quality MIDI loop that quickly becomes repetitive and annoying.”
“The interface shows debug information, and if trains get stuck, you can't delete them, which adds to the frustration along with the poor music quality.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story lacks depth and fails to explore the potential for expanding interplanetary missions, leaving players wanting more in terms of narrative development and exploration.
“The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
“There are no expanding interplanetary missions to explore.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and doesn't provide a satisfying experience.”