Hexcells Infinite

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Hexcells Infinite is a challenging puzzle game where players uncover hexagonal grids to reveal hidden cells. With an infinite number of levels, players can progress at their own pace, using logic and deduction to solve increasingly complex puzzles. This game offers a relaxing, zen-like experience, perfect for players who enjoy problem-solving and mental challenges.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,313 reviews

gameplay49 positive mentions

story7 negative mentions

Engaging and challenging handcrafted puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty.
Infinite mode offers a vast number of randomly generated puzzles, ensuring endless replayability.
All puzzles can be solved using logic alone, with no guessing required, providing a satisfying experience.

Some players report that the randomly generated puzzles can be too easy or lack the depth of handcrafted levels.
The game can become frustrating due to misclicks, as mistakes are tracked and can affect progress.
The difficulty curve may feel inconsistent, with some puzzles being significantly harder than others.

gameplay
235 mentions
21 % positive mentions
78 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Hexcells Infinite" retains the core mechanics of its predecessors, resembling a more complex version of Minesweeper with added logical deduction elements. While it introduces no new mechanics, it features a robust level generator that offers nearly infinite replayability, alongside a well-paced difficulty curve that gradually teaches players the game's intricacies. Overall, the game is praised for its addictive nature, intuitive mechanics, and the challenge it presents, making it a satisfying experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
- “The mechanics are incredibly emergent.”
- “The campaign levels do well at slowly introducing new mechanics at an appropriate rate, leading up to some very challenging levels.”
- “Addictive gameplay with a simple ruleset in which a ton of strategy and depth can be found within.”
- “The puzzles are enjoyable enough, but the mistakes/coins mechanic alone turns a supposedly ambient puzzle game into a frustrating practice in misclicking once then restarting the puzzle, trying your damnest to memorize where you left off.”
- “To end this, Hexcells Infinite took Hexcells Plus and made it unabashedly hard without adding any new elements to the gameplay.”
- “The mechanics of the game are confusing at first but easy to learn.”
music
176 mentions
29 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and ambient qualities, creating a soothing atmosphere that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. Many players appreciate the seamless integration of sound effects with gameplay, which adds to the overall relaxing vibe, although some note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of tranquil music and minimalist design contributes to a meditative and enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is also masterfully interwoven with the gameplay, and really gets me into a headspace that I have been coming back to for years.”
- “The soothing color palette and ambient music create an atmosphere that is both tranquil and focused, allowing players to delve into the puzzles without unnecessary distractions.”
- “The music pushes this game over the top.”
- “The music gets old after a while, but it is thankfully mutable.”
- “The only thing I'm taking a point off of Hexcells Infinite for is that as you spend more time in the game (especially with the infinite puzzle mode) is a more varied soundtrack.”
- “However, after long play, it does get a little repetitive and you may want to switch the music off.”
replayability
125 mentions
52 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
Hexcells Infinite boasts exceptional replayability, primarily due to its innovative random level generator and support for user-generated content, offering virtually limitless puzzles to solve. Players appreciate the ability to engage with both procedurally generated and community-created levels, ensuring a fresh experience each time. While some note that the generated puzzles can feel repetitive, the overall consensus is that the game provides an extensive and enjoyable replay value, making it a standout in the series.
- “It has infinite replay value and you can always pick it up for a nice 5-10 minute brain tease, or you can sit there dumbfounded for an hour until it finally clicks into place.”
- “The game's infinite possibilities, generated by an 8-digit number, ensure endless replayability, making it a must-play for puzzle lovers seeking a limitless and engaging journey.”
- “With infinite mode, the already excellent game gained incredible replay value, and hours of relaxing puzzle solving.”
- “The replayability is unlimited thanks to the level generator, although it does become somewhat repetitive after a while.”
- “The random level generator brings new replayability after completing the campaign.”
- “This obviously gives the game replayability which the designed levels don't really have, however the downside is that the random levels have a tendency to feel fairly samey after a while, and it's rare to find anything really challenging.”
graphics
63 mentions
38 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their minimalist and elegant design, contributing to a relaxing and aesthetically pleasing experience. Players appreciate the crisp, clean visuals that enhance gameplay without being distracting, although some note that randomly generated levels can appear less visually appealing compared to hand-crafted ones. Overall, the graphics are functional and well-executed, complementing the game's core puzzle mechanics effectively.
- “The graphics and sound effects just add to the ambiance.”
- “The graphics are lovely, simple, and the solutions are rewarding, especially if you get really stuck on something.”
- “The graphics are as perfect as they can be for an abstract game and the ambient music fits the abstract theme splendidly.”
- “The randomly generated levels are, well, random, and therefore look very messy, especially in comparison to the hand-crafted levels -- it's not as aesthetically pleasing to solve them.”
- “The new infinite mode with randomly created levels and seeds offers little value as these levels are purely random and have no aesthetic.”
- “It's not going to set your world alight with graphical excellence or gimmickry.”
story
27 mentions
15 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
26 % negative mentions
The game features a minimalistic approach to storytelling, with many users noting that there is essentially no traditional narrative. Instead, the "story mode" serves primarily as a tutorial for the puzzle mechanics, while the real appeal lies in the randomly generated puzzles that offer extensive replay value. Although the "story mode" presents a series of challenging levels, it lacks a cohesive storyline, making it more of a puzzle experience than a narrative-driven game.
- “I spent most of my hours doing the randomly generated levels, but if I remember correctly, the story does a great job at slowly introducing you to how the game works with few words and simple examples.”
- “The puzzles in story mode are challenging and fulfilling, and it's fun trying to solve as many puzzles as possible among friends in infinite mode.”
- “As always, even the 36 story levels prove to have an equal difficulty curve, albeit steeper than the previous two games.”
- “🔵 There is no story.”
- “☑ No story.”
- “No storyline, doesn't need one.”
grinding
19 mentions
16 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
84 % negative mentions
Reviews of the "grinding" aspect in the game highlight a mixed experience; while some players find the large levels and achievement requirements tedious and grindy, others appreciate the challenge and enjoyment of the puzzles. The balance between fun and tedium varies, with some levels feeling excessively large and repetitive, while others maintain a satisfying challenge without the grind. Overall, the game offers a blend of engaging puzzles and moments of frustration due to its grinding elements.
- “It's a tad bit grindy, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
- “The grind can be intense, but it adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
- “However in Hexcells Infinite, the levels are unnecessarily large, tedious, and feel like a chore to go through.”
- “Big levels are like looking for a needle in a haystack; it's not fun, just tedious.”
- “It got a bit tedious trying to get enough points for the last tier.”
emotional
10 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game evokes strong emotions, particularly a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction upon solving puzzles. The logical challenges presented not only enhance their problem-solving skills but also leave them feeling smarter and more engaged. Overall, the emotional impact is significant, with players enjoying the journey of overcoming complex puzzles.
- “It makes you feel emotional.”
- “One of the only logic puzzle games I've played that has made me feel really accomplished after I've solved each problem.”
- “This game made me use logical thinking in ways I've never used before; hence, the game actually made me feel genuinely smarter.”
atmosphere
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a soothing color palette and ambient music that foster a tranquil and focused environment, enhancing the puzzle-solving experience. Players appreciate the relaxing and zen-like qualities, with muted shades of blue and elegant soundscapes contributing to an immersive and enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the minimalist design effectively creates a calming backdrop that allows for deep engagement with the gameplay.
- “The muted color palette, dominated by shades of blue, creates a soothing and tranquil atmosphere that complements the game's ambient soundtrack.”
- “I love the ambient soundtrack and the elegant atmosphere.”
- “The soothing color palette and ambient music create an atmosphere that is both tranquil and focused, allowing players to delve into the puzzles without unnecessary distractions.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it both funny and clever, particularly in the way it presents challenging puzzles that often lead to unexpected dead ends. The humor is described as "devilish," adding an enjoyable twist to the gameplay, and it even draws comparisons to other games like Minesweeper, highlighting its unique comedic approach.
- “More frequently than not, the easy setting makes harder puzzles than the hard setting, which is hilarious.”
- “It's just something about the way the puzzles go: there's a devilish humor in some of the dead ends.”
- “It's funny seeing this game accomplish something with way more difficult rules that Microsoft couldn't (looking at Minesweeper right now).”
stability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly on both PC and Mac, despite not being specifically optimized for macOS.
- “Even though this is not optimized for Mac, it still runs great.”
- “It also runs great on the PC.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The monetization model is praised for being straightforward and fair, featuring no gimmicks, ads, or pay-to-win elements, which enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “No gimmicks, no ads, no pay-to-win mechanics.”
- “The monetization model is fair and respects the player's experience.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without pressuring players.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is praised for its balance of simplicity and complexity, allowing players to focus on solving puzzles without experiencing performance-related stress.
- “Simple, yet complex; without stress, the only performance you are submitted to is solving the puzzle.”
- “The optimization mechanics are intuitive, allowing players to focus on strategy rather than getting bogged down by unnecessary complexity.”
- “I love how the game encourages you to think critically about your moves, making every decision feel impactful and rewarding.”