HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia (2026)

Developer: Tearevo
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 66 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deliberate, defensive strategizing experience where you methodically construct and reinforce a floating stronghold against escalating threats.

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What players say

Players split on HEXSTORM. Many enjoy the twist on tower defense and say it is surprisingly addictive, but others find the RNG and tower targeting painful, and several note the campaign is short, beatable in a few hours. Some praise the developer's responsiveness to feedback, while a few point out missing translations.

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