hexceed

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A relaxing, hexagon based, puzzle game. A exciting new twist on a classic game without the element of guesswork! Use your critical thinking and our stimulating game mechanics to progress though hundreds of levels!

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,456 reviews

gameplay71 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

A fun and relaxing twist on the classic Minesweeper, featuring hexagonal tiles and new mechanics.
The game is free to play and offers a substantial amount of content, with hundreds of levels available without any cost.
Mistakes are handled in a forgiving manner, allowing players to continue without severe penalties, which enhances the casual gameplay experience.

Some levels require guessing, which contradicts the game's claim of being completely solvable through logic.
The game can become repetitive, with many puzzles feeling similar and lacking in challenge as players progress.
New mechanics are introduced quickly, but the overall difficulty does not significantly increase, leading to a lack of engagement over time.

gameplay
271 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
73%
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The gameplay of this hexagonal minesweeper variant is generally well-received, with players appreciating the familiar mechanics enhanced by new elements that add complexity and variety. While the game offers a satisfying and engaging experience with a plethora of levels and regular DLC updates, some users find the introduction of new mechanics occasionally confusing and the gameplay can become repetitive over time. Overall, it strikes a balance between being accessible for newcomers and providing enough depth to keep seasoned players engaged.
- “While the basic concept is like minesweeper, it has additional mechanics which make it far more interesting and it comes with a lot of free-to-play levels.”
- “With each level crafted more cunningly than the last, introducing new mechanics and twists that keep the gameplay fresh and intoxicating.”
- “The game teaches its mechanics through trial and error rather than direct confirmation, which makes the game fun and challenging.”
- “The pacing of the game is pretty bad though since rather than reveal a new mechanic with each world, it throws them all at you during the tutorial world so there isn't a whole lot to look forward to in the rest of the game.”
- “The tutorial levels attempt to illustrate the mechanics in a sort of learn-by-doing way, but it's easy to miss nuances.”
- “There are multiple extra puzzle mechanics, but these are inadequately explained - there is literally zero direct explanation of anything in the game beyond the controls subpage, so you have to figure out the mechanics by faffing around until you work out what the different symbols and tiles do.”
music
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
55%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, often described as fitting for background listening while playing or unwinding. Many players appreciate the lo-fi hip-hop and chill beats, although some note that the limited soundtrack can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience, making it suitable for casual play and relaxation, though personal preferences vary.
- “The game's serene soundtrack and the satisfying click of tiles became the backdrop to my life.”
- “Excellent game if you just want to listen to music and relax while keeping you entertained and thinking.”
- “The music gives calming lo-fi vibes.”
- “The music is very calming.”
- “Only issue is that the soundtrack is very limited (4 or 5 songs at only a couple minutes apiece) so it can begin to get repetitive and (at times) grating.”
- “The music in this also stands out as a rather bland, missed opportunity with its generic 'lofi beats to relax to' stylings.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
55%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful visuals and pleasing art style, while others criticize the simplistic and sometimes pixelated design. Many appreciate the clean visuals and satisfying sound effects, but some feel that the graphics lack polish and variety, leading to a generic aesthetic. Overall, the game's visuals are seen as adequate for its puzzle-solving mechanics, though improvements could enhance the overall experience.
- “The first time I launched Hexceed, I was immediately captivated by its mesmerizing colorful visuals and promise of what seemed like thousands of brain-teasing puzzles.”
- “A great puzzle game with literally hundreds of levels, a good progress curve, and beautiful graphics.”
- “Keeping it simple, the gameplay mechanics, the soundtrack, and the visuals all come together to give you this satisfactory puzzle-solving feeling.”
- “I gave this a second, longer chance after being put off by the off-putting graphics the first time.”
- “It turns out that there are lots of levels that are all the same, as generic as the graphics which are, at a second look, still ugly.”
- “The aesthetic of this game is much weaker, with colors and design not inspiring the confidence one would like to see.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The reviews indicate a lack of a cohesive story, with some users expressing frustration over gameplay mechanics that detract from narrative engagement. One user attempts to share a personal story, highlighting the challenges faced during missions, but overall, the narrative aspect appears to be minimal or unrateable.
- “My name is Swun, and I wish to tell my story...”
- “Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
- “- story: - unrateable”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
8%
85%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is overwhelmingly tedious and can quickly become excruciating, especially for players aiming to complete all achievements. While the initial gameplay may be enjoyable, the sheer quantity of content and repetitive tasks lead to a lack of rewarding experiences, making it feel more like a chore than fun. Many players suggest that the grinding nature of the game may not appeal to everyone, as it often feels artificially extended through lengthy levels and manual interactions.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The sheer quantity of content available became extremely tedious and overwhelming and it never felt rewarding to finish a pack other than the empty feeling of having completed something.”
- “Fun at first, but becomes excruciatingly tedious down the line, especially if you aim to get all the achievements.”
- “Nothing too fancy but the sad thing about this is that the levels are numerous and it can get very repetitive and grindy if you plan to finish a bunch of levels on an island.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The game is praised for its clean monetization model, featuring no ads, microtransactions, or paywalls, making it a refreshing free-to-play experience. Players appreciate the option to purchase DLC to support the developers without any intrusive monetization tactics within the game. Overall, the absence of obnoxious monetization schemes enhances the gameplay experience.
- “No ads, no paywalls, no nonsense.”
- “It's free to play, so worth checking out if you are into this kind of thing - there's DLC if you want more or to support the developers, but there are no ads or selling of the DLC within the game itself, which I highly appreciate.”
- “No ads, no microtransactions, no artificial gameplay time limits.”
- “Somehow these developers found out how to implement microtransactions.”
- “Seriously though, what on earth is up with mobile game ads nowadays?”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its chill and immersive quality, enhanced by a fitting background music score. Reviewers appreciate the relaxed environment that allows for enjoyable gameplay without the pressure of making mistakes, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- “The background music sets a nice atmosphere, and not having to worry about the whole game being over if you press the wrong button is really nice.”
- “Nice logical puzzles, interesting clues, very chilled atmosphere, and tons of content.”
- “It also has a super chill atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth that would draw players into the world.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to create any sense of immersion.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing, making it hard to feel connected to the game's environment.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's stability is generally criticized, particularly on Linux where users report frequent freezes and crashes. While it runs well in Steam Play on certain setups, Mac users experience significant bugs when using trackpads. Overall, players seek a more stable experience to achieve in-game accomplishments without issues.
- “Runs great in Steam Play (Mint 20, NVIDIA proprietary drivers).”
- “I know you can 'cheat' achievements, but that doesn't change the problem for me as I want to get every (not buggy) achievement legit.”
- “Very buggy on Linux.”
- “Constant freezes and crashes to desktop.”
- “Fun, but unfortunately somewhat buggy when using the trackpad on Mac.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game offers moderate replayability, particularly through its challenging mechanics and the potential for mastery, though some users rate it low for puzzle games overall. However, the planned DLCs, which will introduce new worlds and a significant number of puzzles, promise to enhance replay value and keep the game fresh for players over time. Overall, it provides a solid experience that can entertain players for an extended period.
- “The challenges of completing without failure and without hints provide great replayability, even for the demo.”
- “The levels have excellent replay value until you have truly mastered the system.”
- “With a full year of DLC already planned, each expansion adding a new world the size of one already included in the game (110-140 puzzles), this means that this game will never grow old.”
- “Replay value: 2/5 - for puzzle games, typically low.”
- “Overall, this game is a solid puzzle game that will keep people entertained for a long time to come with its new mechanics, number of puzzles, slight replayability, and sheer joy of solving puzzles.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game emotionally soothing, describing it as a relaxing experience that alleviates stress while still providing a mental challenge. The game's mechanics enhance clarity and engagement, allowing for critical thinking without overwhelming the player, making it a balanced choice for those seeking both stimulation and calm.
- “It is relaxing enough to play when I feel stressed, while challenging my brain and stimulating my critical thinking without burning me out emotionally.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on lower-end hardware for some players, others report performance issues and high CPU and memory usage. Players have found that minor adjustments can improve performance, but the game still requires further optimization given its simplicity.
- “Runs smoothly, even on my mid-end laptop that can't run most games.”
- “That in mind, punishment for mistakes is very lenient and (in my opinion) quite clever; rather than requiring you to start over, using an intimidating scoreboard coaxing perfect performance, or allowing you to mindlessly click every spot to brute force your way through a puzzle, it sits somewhere in the middle of this tri-circle Venn diagram.”
- “It's also a CPU and memory hog and in need of optimization for such a simple game.”
- “I had a few struggles with performance and gameplay when I started out, but it wasn't too hard to tinker with and fix.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its ironic presentation, where complex levels appear to require strategic thinking but can often be navigated with minimal effort, leading to a comedic disconnect between expectation and reality. However, some players feel that this humor falls flat and lacks genuine comedic value.
- “This is all exemplified by the milestone levels, which usually present a hilariously massive board that looks like it should be a labyrinthine trail of logic navigating between different interconnected sections, but in practice you just steamroll through it almost entirely on the most face-value clues.”