Underplayed Gems

Manahex (2024)

Manahex cover
Developer
Erik Svedäng
Publisher
Erik Svedäng AB
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical fantasy board-and-card match that feels like a classic trading card game translated onto a hex grid, with paced turns and measured competition.

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What players say

Players praise Manahex as a fresh take on the Magic-like card battler, set apart by hex-based movement and area control on a map. All cards are unlocked from the start with no pay-to-win, and the asynchronous mode works like chess by email. Some note a small player base.

Screenshots

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