HexiHashi
- January 19, 2021
- NCC Moore
Get on SteamHexiHashi is a minimalistic puzzle game based on Hashiwokakero, played on a triangular grid with nodes and numbered clues. Unlike classic Hashi, HexiHashi requires more intuitive heuristics, hypotheses testing, backtracking, and tweaking for solutions, as deductive reasoning typically solves less than 10% of the puzzle. This unique take on the classic presents a fresh challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique twist on the traditional Hashi puzzle format by using a hexagonal grid, which adds depth to problem-solving.
- The art style is visually appealing, and the relaxing piano soundtrack enhances the overall experience.
- There is potential for endless replay value due to the algorithmically generated puzzles.
- The game suffers from significant design flaws, including multiple solutions to puzzles and a reliance on guesswork rather than deduction.
- Controls are cumbersome and unintuitive, making gameplay frustrating, especially for new players unfamiliar with the genre.
- The game has numerous bugs and issues, including random achievement unlocks and a lack of polish, leading to a poor overall experience.
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a beautiful piano soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, with many users noting its relaxing and instrumental qualities as a standout element.
“The beautiful piano soundtrack enhances the overall experience.”
“The relaxing instrumental soundtrack is just a cherry on top.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their clean and visually appealing art style, contributing to an overall attractive aesthetic in the game.
“The art style is very clean and visually appealing.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers exceptional replayability, as puzzles are generated algorithmically, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough.
“Endless replay value due to puzzles being generated algorithmically.”
“The game offers a unique experience every time I play, thanks to its dynamic content.”
“I love how each playthrough feels fresh and different, keeping me engaged for hours.”
“Endless replay value due to puzzles being generated via algorithm.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making each playthrough feel repetitive.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers a reasonable price point that eliminates the typical issues of advertisements and in-app purchases, though players may need to adjust to PC-based controls as a trade-off.
“At a reasonable asking price, you get to skip the common issue of advertisements and in-app purchases for a game of this style, but at the trade-off of PC-based controls.”
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being prompted to spend more money.”
“I appreciate the lack of pay-to-win mechanics, but the in-game purchases still feel excessive and detract from the overall experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players recommend utilizing the time attack mode for effective early grinding, suggesting that maintaining a streak can enhance the grinding experience.
“The best recommendation I have for early grinding is to unlock time attack and just get a streak going.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay is noted for its lack of scalability, particularly as the introduction of hex mechanics adds complexity that may not be well-balanced.
“I have played a bit, and found that it does not scale well, especially given the increasing complexity due to the new mechanic of hexes that it introduces.”
