Underplayed Gems

Hand of Hexes (2026)

Hand of Hexes cover
Developer
emmdieh
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 48 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quick, strategic action game where players compete in hex-based matches with a casual, approachable feel.

actioncasualstrategicfast-pacedlightheartedcompetitive

What players say

Players enjoy this text-free tower defense deckbuilder for its cute art and chaotic maze-building strategy, though the first run feels easy and late-game builds become restrictive. The lack of text is initially confusing but quickly becomes intuitive, while the click-to-pet cat is a frequent highlight.

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Screenshots

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