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Hexic free - the original game

Hexic free - the original game

by Adam Richard Szabo

156 ratings
57 reviews
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Released
September 20, 2014
Updated
January 13, 2017

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Adam Richard Szabo
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A tile-matching puzzle game where players rotate hexagonal tiles to form patterns and clear them from the board. Create clusters, flowers, and special pieces like silver-stars and black pearls to achieve the ultimate goal. Beware of bombs that can end the game if not defused.

✓Hexagonal tile rotation
✓Forming color clusters
✓Creating special pieces (silver-star, black pearl)
✓Chain reaction gameplay
✓Bomb defusal mechanic
✓High score pursuit
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What users say about Hexic free

Reviews of Hexic free are mixed: the game is rated 4.7/5 from 156 App Store ratings. What users like most: nostalgic gameplay, relaxing and enjoyable. Top complaints: difficulty increases too quickly, sometimes no possible moves. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Nostalgic gameplay
  • 👍Relaxing and enjoyable
  • 👍No ads
  • 👍Challenging and makes you think
  • 👍Good version of the original
  • 👍Addictive
  • 👍Fun puzzle game
  • 👍Good for casual play
  • 👍Similar to Xbox/MSN versions

Negative things

  • 👎Difficulty increases too quickly
  • 👎Sometimes no possible moves
  • 👎Board doesn't shuffle when stuck
  • 👎Small board size
  • 👎Colors are hard to differentiate
  • 👎Controls can be imprecise
  • 👎Missing modes (e.g., Survival)
  • 👎Muted/ugly color scheme after updates
  • 👎Not ideal for colorblind users
  • 👎Lacks undo button
  • 👎Too much empty space on screen
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What's New in Hexic free

2.4.0

January 13, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. "Long-touch loupe" Have you tried to long press the board and expected some kind of highlighting what you will rotate? Just an other feature which was requested by you and it is finally here! With magnifier and everything! So cool! Have fun!

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$0.99

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Removed from the App Store on November 1, 2026. No more ads will be shown in the app.

User reviews

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Great Game

Just like the console game. Great music, good controls. The graphics are spot on. Thanks for keeping memories alive for a us Hexic fans.
MMorganhunter65

Great version

Gets more colors way faster than I remember which increases difficulty quicker and I get bored…. But a lovely rendering of the game and I like having a game that only needs a little of my brain while listening to a book. I only play arcade mode
LLillilayne

Enfim achei

Não achava em lugar algum depois do Xbox... É um jogo relaxante demais.
RRafaCaje

Just like the original

Great game, it makes you think. I’ve only finished it once. Very challenging. Enjoy!
SScottydawg85

Good and hard

A little too difficult and a little more instructions would be helpful
DRDixie Lee Raven
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Hexic - the original game
Hexic - the original game

by Adam Richard Szabo

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Board does not shuffle when stuck

Bug

Game not supported by new iOS updates

Bug

No possible matches at higher levels

Bug

Controls are too imprecise

Bug

Colors are hard to differentiate, especially purple/blue and green/orange

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Requested Features

12 requests

Update for new iOS versions

Feature

Swipe bar at the top for controls

Feature

Survival mode

Feature

Option to change color scheme

Feature

Higher score tracking

Feature

Bigger board size

Feature

Undo button

Feature

More vibrant colors

Feature

Original music

Feature

Option to turn off hints

Feature

Mac version availability

Feature

More moves/points to advance levels

Feature

FAQ

What is Hexic free?

Hexic free is a tile-matching puzzle game where you rotate hexagonal tiles to create specific patterns and clear them from the board. It's inspired by the old-school MSN game.

How do you play Hexic free?

You play by rotating hexagonal tiles of different colors to form clusters of three or more same-colored pieces. Special pieces like silver-stars and black pearls offer advanced clearing abilities.

What are silver-stars and black pearls in Hexic free?

A silver-star is formed by arranging six like-colored pieces around a different colored piece, allowing you to rotate surrounding tiles. A black pearl is the ultimate goal, formed by a flower of silver-stars, offering powerful movement options.

Does Hexic free have bombs?

Yes, bombs appear occasionally. You must defuse them by rotating them into a cluster or flower of the same color before their counter reaches zero, or the game ends.

What devices can I play Hexic free on?

Hexic free is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, as indicated by its supported devices list.

How often is Hexic free updated?

The latest version, 2.4.0, was released on January 13, 2017. Updates are not frequent, with the last update being several years ago.

What is the age rating for Hexic free?

Hexic free has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young players and families.

Does Hexic free have ads?

No, Hexic free does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play.