HexLab (2019)

Developer: Satur Entertainment
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 47 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, logical puzzle game where you place hexes on a dynamic 3D landscape, balancing tactical positioning with the gradual destruction of the board.

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What players say

Players praise the original concept and atmosphere but strongly criticize the tutorial and unclear rule explanation. Many find the game confusing and frustrating to learn, though a few say it becomes understandable after a few rounds. There are reports of repetitive or broken AI behavior, like getting stuck in loops.

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