Hexodius

 PC
Metascore
47

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 5 out of 7
  1. 4P.de
    Jul 12, 2013
    45
    The story is boring, the action not fast-paced enough. And in the end even the good ideas like the boss fights, the upgrades and the nonlinear dimension structure are all in vain.
  2. God is a Geek
    Jul 30, 2013
    40
    The addition of the utterly pointless narrative and the run-of-the-mill gameplay just make this game unnecessary. Sure it kills some time and is, on occasion, enjoyable, but if it had dropped the dead weight it could have achieved much more.
  3. Edge Magazine
    Jul 25, 2013
    40
    Hexodius’ dungeon sections aren’t involved enough to offer interesting choices or exploration, but last just long enough to qualify as clunky menu screens.
  5. Hooked Gamers
    Jul 23, 2013
    40
    Hexodius is the kind of game that you’re likely to forget a week after finishing it. That is, if you're not bored to tears by the time you do finish it. Trust me when I say that there are many more experiences that are better worth your time and money, because this is the kind of game that will make you ask yourself “Why did I buy this again?”
  6. Armchair Empire
    Jun 30, 2013
    40
    If you have a hankering for some twin stick fun on the PC go play Geometry Wars or Waves. They're far much better than this game.

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User Score
5.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 13 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 4 out of 13
  1. Smatt--
    Nov 12, 2016
    8
    Hexodius is a traditional twin stick shooter. Usually games that recommend the controller before you even start playing, really grind myHexodius is a traditional twin stick shooter. Usually games that recommend the controller before you even start playing, really grind my gears. However, With this one after trying both settings. I'm glad I got that message for a change, because with keyboard and mouse it was next to impossible to play.

    The game is great fun and highly addictive, but from what I can see, not very popular on steam. I don't know why this is as its a fantastic game. You have a story mode, and a traditional arcade mode (with leaderboards everyone. Yes. You can own your friends). The story mode follows a very basic story and has several objectified missions to get to a dimensional portal at the end of the zone. There is plenty to do. And you get rewarded for exploring all the map with bonus unlocks and bonus health items.

    Your ship is also fully customisable with whatever powers you desire from the menu, different combinations will give you different pro's and cons of course, but work out whats good for you.

    The soundtrack to this game in my opinion is rather good, but gets slightly repetitive when you've been in the same zone for a while.

    All in all, Hexodius is a great and addictive twin stick shooter, and there is a lot on offer if you try to give it the time of day. I give Hexodius a 8/10.    … Full Review »
  2. womby6
    Aug 30, 2013
    7
    It's a really enjoyable game. Although the story is very basic and threadbare, the game-play is fun and enjoyable. It is good value, and aIt's a really enjoyable game. Although the story is very basic and threadbare, the game-play is fun and enjoyable. It is good value, and a great deal of fun if played in moderation.… Full Review »
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