Underplayed Gems

The Hex (2018)

The Hex cover
Developer
Daniel Mullins Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 5,506 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, darkly comedic murder mystery set in a pixelated tavern, blending diverse game genres through flashbacks.

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What players say

Players praise the meta storytelling and how it switches between different game genres. Some find certain sections tedious or difficult. Many compare it favorably to the developer's later game Inscryption. Players split on the overall experience, with some calling it boring.

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