Hexologic

A novel puzzle game that ends right when it was getting good.

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Relaxing puzzle with beautiful graphics and unique rules

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 313 reviews

gameplay20 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Engaging and relaxing gameplay with a gradual difficulty curve that introduces new mechanics effectively.
Beautiful visuals and soothing music create a pleasant atmosphere for puzzle-solving.
Great value for the price, offering a good amount of content and replayability through special levels and a level editor.

The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in just a few hours, leaving them wanting more content.
Some puzzles can feel too easy, especially for experienced puzzle gamers, leading to a lack of challenge.
The user interface can be confusing at times, and there are some bugs related to achievements and level progression.

gameplay
71 mentions
28 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Hexologic" is centered around filling hexagonal grids with numbers, gradually introducing new mechanics that enhance the puzzle experience while maintaining a soothing atmosphere. Players appreciate the intuitive mechanics and the steady increase in difficulty, although some feel that the game could benefit from more diverse mechanics and clearer instructions. Overall, it offers a satisfying blend of challenge and tranquility, making it a compelling choice for puzzle enthusiasts.
- “They add lots of cool mechanics to change things up throughout, which adds some more depth.”
- “The puzzles start out easy and gradually become more challenging, introducing mechanics as you progress through the areas.”
- “The mechanics introduced at each stage add just the right step up in challenge to keep the difficulty curve feeling consistent.”
- “The game lacks even the basic options such as volume, resolution, etc., but the gameplay is solid and worth playing.”
- “Having unlocked 42 levels in 40 minutes, and unlocked only two additional twists on the basic mechanic, I got bored.”
- “The mechanics don't go as deep.”
music
58 mentions
48 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers note the beautiful and serene soundtrack, which shifts subtly with the game's progression, creating a soothing atmosphere that complements the visuals. While some players found the music repetitive over time, many appreciated its calming nature and the option to mute it if desired.
- “The combination of the visuals and the music creates a holistic and immersive environment.”
- “The music changes smoothly every 15 levels so you're not stuck with the same soundtrack the whole time.”
- “Wonderful puzzler with great ambient music and very nice looking game.”
- “I recommend turning off the music and there are no settings to speak of.”
- “Crappy sudoku clone with annoying music and visuals that hurt my 48-year-old eyes.”
- “Bit annoying that you can't turn the music off immediately and have to actually go into a level to access the menu.”
graphics
50 mentions
54 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful, colorful, and minimalist design, creating a serene and immersive atmosphere that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. Players appreciate the distinct visual styles across different areas, as well as the harmonious integration of visuals and music, which contribute to a relaxing yet engaging gameplay environment. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, elevating the game beyond typical puzzle offerings.
- “The game's presentation is excellent, with beautiful visuals.”
- “The art style is colorful and the six areas are all visually distinct.”
- “Absolutely beautiful aesthetics and atmosphere.”
- “Crappy sudoku clone with annoying music and visuals that hurt my 48-year-old eyes.”
- “This game also consumes the entirety of my discrete graphics card even on the lowest quality setting.”
- “The visuals are simple but pretty; I have nothing to complain about here, but that's not what I'm playing puzzle games for.”
replayability
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find value in the different achievements and challenges offered by easy and hard modes, others feel that the fixed levels limit overall replay value. Overall, it offers some replay potential, but many users note a lack of significant incentive to replay.
- “It can have some replay value after you finish the game.”
- “Both easy mode and hard mode achievements give replayability.”
- “The game also has two difficulties, an easy mode and a hard mode; these give you different achievements and have different puzzles in each, so this adds to both the replay value and challenge of the game.”
- “It isn't bad, per se, but it has no replay value.”
- “As with most puzzlers with fixed levels, replayability seems a bit lacking.”
- “And zero replay value.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a serene and harmonious aesthetic, featuring beautiful visuals and fluid animations that enhance the relaxing experience. The colorful backgrounds and engaging, stage-appropriate music contribute to a tranquil environment, effectively complementing the puzzle challenges. Overall, the atmosphere is designed to invoke a sense of peace, making the gameplay enjoyable and immersive.
- “Absolutely beautiful aesthetics and atmosphere.”
- “The sights and sounds are clearly meant to invoke tranquility, which adds to the peaceful atmosphere and gameplay.”
- “The game's serene and harmonious aesthetic creates a relaxing atmosphere that contrasts with the challenge of the puzzles.”
stability
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while it performs well on platforms like the Steam Deck and Linux Mint 18.3, users report some bugs with controller input and stage selection indicators that can be awkward.
- “It also runs great on the Steam Deck.”
- “Runs great on Linux (Mint 18.3).”
- “The game controller input is a little buggy, but not so bad that I'd suggest using a mouse.”
- “Selection and indications of stages are difficult, buggy, and awkward.”
story
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game features minimal storytelling, which may disappoint players seeking a more engaging narrative to complement the puzzle-solving experience. While there is no traditional storyline, the thematic elements in level selection gradually unfold as players progress through the game.
- “The lack of a deeper story might leave some players yearning for a more engaging context to their puzzle-solving.”
- “There is no storyline with this game.”
- “There's no story, but the artful theme in the level selection reveals more as you beat more levels.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be more tedious than engaging, with the sheer number of levels (over 90) feeling excessive. However, the introduction of new mechanics in different level sets helps maintain interest as players progress, distinguishing it from other puzzle games that often rely on simply increasing puzzle size.
- “It is more tedious than puzzly.”
- “Like most cheap 2D puzzlers, it is quite grindy: 90+ levels in both easy and hard mode is perhaps a bit overkill.”
- “The different sets of levels introduce new mechanics that keep things interesting as you progress, unlike many puzzle games which tend to just make puzzles larger and more tedious to complete.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers find the humor in the game to be lighthearted and enjoyable, particularly noting the amusing pricing. The overall presentation and engaging mechanics complement the comedic elements, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the challenges feel lighthearted.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource usage, while others experience significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.