Hexoscope (2016)

Developer: Studio Binokle
Publisher: Sometimes You
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 221 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a calm, methodical puzzle game where you arrange hexagonal tiles to build a power chain against a backdrop of relaxing music.

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What players say

Players describe Hexoscope as a relaxing hex-based puzzle game about swapping tiles to connect power sources to receivers. Some compare it to Pipe Dream but say it gets repetitive, while others praise its difficulty and unique randomized levels. A few complain about a lack of achievements and a confusing UI for multiple source-receiver pairs.

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