Hexteria
- August 30, 2021
- Red Bird Studios
Get on SteamDiscord Server About the GameHexteria is a casual but challenging Turn-Based Strategy and Puzzle game. The concept is simple: each turn you rotate one hexagonal tile on the board to take over your opponents' tiles. Online and Offline Multiplayer for up to 6 players Single Player Campaign with 42 levels Use the Level Editor to create, share and play your own levels AI controlled players with…
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Reviews
- Hexteria offers a clever and engaging gameplay experience that is easy to learn but difficult to master, making it enjoyable for both casual and strategic players.
- The game features a variety of challenges and optional objectives that enhance replayability and keep the gameplay fresh and interesting.
- The inclusion of a level editor and multiplayer options allows for creative expression and social play, adding significant value to the overall experience.
- The game can be completed relatively quickly, and the reliance on power-ups can make challenges feel less satisfying and overly simplistic.
- Some levels may feel unbalanced, with going second sometimes providing a significant advantage, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The campaign lacks depth in terms of content, with only a limited number of levels and challenges available in the base game.
- gameplay21 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet strategic turn-based mechanics, encouraging players to think critically about their moves while navigating various challenges. The introduction of special tiles and diverse board mechanics adds depth, making the experience both engaging and occasionally difficult. The well-structured campaign effectively teaches players the game's intricacies, while multiplayer options enhance replayability and variety.
“It's simple yet strategic gameplay that always has you thinking about what tile you should turn next, and what move will get you one step closer to winning (even if it looks like you're going to lose).”
“The campaign allows you to understand how the gameplay and its mechanics work as you proceed further and further, and allows you to experience thrilling and sometimes infuriating 1v1 duels against the AI, where you will be trading back and forth tiles until one of you has complete domination.”
“Hxa delivered a polished experience with simple, accessible gameplay bringing with it a style of minimal interaction that falsely inferred a casual nature.”
“With a range of mechanics that provides a broad gameplay experience but one that could prove too difficult for some parties.”
“The contrast between the simple design and the complex and intricate mechanics makes you want to delve into the game to try and really understand all the different strategies.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the puzzle game are described as simplistic yet smooth and clean, which aligns with the genre's focus on mechanics over aesthetics. While some users appreciate the basic visuals, they also highlight the satisfying sound effects and fitting soundtrack, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The graphics are smooth and clean, the sound effects are very satisfying, and the soundtrack is calm and fitting.”
“Challenging levels, beautiful graphics, and really fun gameplay.”
“Puzzle games have more of a reason for simplistic graphics than other genres, so it's not surprising that the visuals are so basic here.”
“Since it's designed around the mechanics so much, I'm not bothered that there isn't more to the aesthetics of the game.”
“The graphics are smooth and clean, but they lack depth and detail, making the overall experience feel underwhelming.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game features unique songs for each character, complemented by a calming calypso beat soundtrack that enhances the overall relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate the smooth sound effects and thematic variations in music, which contribute to the game's enjoyable and immersive experience.
“The graphics are smooth and clean, the sound effects are very satisfying, and the soundtrack is calm and fitting.”
“A really well-thought puzzle game with nice visual art and music.”
“The music and the sound effects certainly provide the player with a relaxing and chill vibe, which changes depending on the theme that is currently on.”
“With a calypso beat soundtrack playing in the background.”
“Calypso drum style soundtrack.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth, as players encounter opponents and animal-themed bosses without any clear plot or explanation of the events unfolding.
“Even as you face opponents and animal-themed bosses, there's no plot or explanation as to what's taking place.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any meaningful connection between events.”
“Character motivations are poorly developed, leaving players confused about their actions.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is reported to run smoothly on Linux, indicating good optimization for that platform.
“As a Linux player, it runs smoothly.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
“The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, noting that unlockable challenges become available after defeating the boss level, encouraging them to revisit and engage with the levels for a more varied experience.
“Unlockable challenges make levels replayable.”
“Once the boss level is overcome, three new challenges unlock to increase replayability.”
