Super Hexagon

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  1. ImOnFire
    Dec 2, 2012
    9
    Anyone who played the Super Gravitron in VVVVV knows what Terry Cavanagh can do in a small minigame. Well, he`s done it again. This is an extremely fun and addictive minigame. Yeah, it`s extremely hard as well, but this is intended. Music is awesome as well. I`m 5h into it, beat the first two levels (Hexagon and Hexagoner) and am far from done with it. It does cause frustration quite a fewAnyone who played the Super Gravitron in VVVVV knows what Terry Cavanagh can do in a small minigame. Well, he`s done it again. This is an extremely fun and addictive minigame. Yeah, it`s extremely hard as well, but this is intended. Music is awesome as well. I`m 5h into it, beat the first two levels (Hexagon and Hexagoner) and am far from done with it. It does cause frustration quite a few times (there are some cheap deaths in the game). Regarding controls, I didn`t see a big difference between playing with keyboard and with a gamepad. Also, the game was designed to have digital controls, so control via mouse motion is something that will not be implemented, so don`t wait for it.… Expand
  2. theneomaster
    May 29, 2013
    10
    Superb and very addictive game don't heed the people whining about the controls, the difficulty is what makes this game, it doesn't need to be easier. I've completed every level several times using the arrow keys and I consider myself to be generally bad at games like this. It did take me about 26 hours though, the key to Super Hexagon is practice. Practice a lot and take frequent breaksSuperb and very addictive game don't heed the people whining about the controls, the difficulty is what makes this game, it doesn't need to be easier. I've completed every level several times using the arrow keys and I consider myself to be generally bad at games like this. It did take me about 26 hours though, the key to Super Hexagon is practice. Practice a lot and take frequent breaks especially when you start getting mega-annoyed because you don't get anywhere like that.

    Superb game and for £2 I can't recommend it enough.    … Expand
  3. TrueGamer95
    Jul 3, 2013
    8
    This is a psychedelic experience composed of flashing colors and trippy music. All I have to say is that this games is not for those who have slow reaction time and don't like fast games. This requires you to constantly look around the screen so it may be a strain on the eyes occasionally. Though despite it's retina damaging visuals, this games brings a smile to my face for every secondThis is a psychedelic experience composed of flashing colors and trippy music. All I have to say is that this games is not for those who have slow reaction time and don't like fast games. This requires you to constantly look around the screen so it may be a strain on the eyes occasionally. Though despite it's retina damaging visuals, this games brings a smile to my face for every second that I add to my high score.

    Worth the buy. Definitely!    … Expand
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    Feb 23, 2014
    10
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  5. doniell
    Apr 5, 2013
    9

    Are you kidding me? This is the FIRST level? When I started playing Super Hexagon, trying to save a triangle from walls which are constantly moving in, I could not believe how hard the game is. Now, 14 hours later, I just finished the game.

    Prepare to die a thousand times. But still the game did not feel frustrating to me. Just very very challenging in a positive way. This is not

    Are you kidding me? This is the FIRST level? When I started playing Super Hexagon, trying to save a triangle from walls which are constantly moving in, I could not believe how hard the game is. Now, 14 hours later, I just finished the game.

    Prepare to die a thousand times. But still the game did not feel frustrating to me. Just very very challenging in a positive way. This is not just a game. It's a drug. Just look at the colors. It is almost hypnotizing to look at the constantly spinning screen.

    Two things I did not like. First, the balance between the levels could be better. Lv1&2 are ok, but Lv3 is incredibly hard. Then Lv4&5 are easy again, but Lv6 is really incredibly hardestest... Second, the global highscore list shows just the Top100. So if you are not in the Top100 (which most likely you won't), you can't see your ranking. That sucks.

    Apart from that, it is just a fantastic arcade game. Simple. But simply great.

    … Expand
  6. guest91111
    Jan 12, 2014
    10
    Super Hexagon is one of the few perfect games, it's quick, it's frustrating in a good way, it's extremely hard, so if you like a challenge, then this is the game for you. This game is very good music. It's actually one of the only games where I don't turn off the music and get some play list playing.
  7. fenghuang
    Dec 28, 2013
    10
    Super Hexagon is a test of reflexes and pattern recognition. The soundtrack that accompanies its simple gameplay is engrossing. Its controls are fluid but require some familiarization in order to accurately use them to navigate the obstacle courses. The game is an exercise in hand-eye coordination first and foremost, although as it reaches higher difficulties, it is more about patternSuper Hexagon is a test of reflexes and pattern recognition. The soundtrack that accompanies its simple gameplay is engrossing. Its controls are fluid but require some familiarization in order to accurately use them to navigate the obstacle courses. The game is an exercise in hand-eye coordination first and foremost, although as it reaches higher difficulties, it is more about pattern recognition and intuitive movement.

    Super Hexagon has no narrative and exudes minimalism in its design. Users are however advised against playing this game if they have risks of epilepsy.    … Expand
  8. Alesayr
    Feb 13, 2014
    10
    As many have said, this game is ridiculously difficult. The first level is labelled hard, and there is a reason for that! While the game gets somewhat repetitive after a while it somehow manages to avoid losing replayability and I have come back time and again. The music is brilliant, the simple visuals are an acid trip, and you WILL lose yourself in the hypnotic yet psychedelic gameplay.As many have said, this game is ridiculously difficult. The first level is labelled hard, and there is a reason for that! While the game gets somewhat repetitive after a while it somehow manages to avoid losing replayability and I have come back time and again. The music is brilliant, the simple visuals are an acid trip, and you WILL lose yourself in the hypnotic yet psychedelic gameplay. Add to that it's ridiculously cheap (I got it for 30c in a steam sale) and you WILL not be disappointed. I have it on pc, and the controls are not sloppy. Gamepad might be harder though ^^… Expand
  9. ViolentBoo
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
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  10. maybeiambatman
    Feb 28, 2013
    9
    Gameplay: One of the most addictive games you will ever play. The controls are intuitive enough to adapt to, but tricky enough at the same time to make this game a challenge. However, be prepared to be frustrated A LOT. 9/10 ]

    Visuals: Suits the game well. The bright changing colors with the revolving patterns is what really makes this game. 10/10 ] Audio: You couldn't have asked    Gameplay: One of the most addictive games you will ever play. The controls are intuitive enough to adapt to, but tricky enough at the same time to make this game a challenge. However, be prepared to be frustrated A LOT. 9/10 ]

    Visuals: Suits the game well. The bright changing colors with the revolving patterns is what really makes this game. 10/10 ]

    Audio: You couldn't have asked for better audio design. The music really brings this game to life. You will find your self moving the little arrow along with the beat. I have tried this game with and without the music so believe me when I say this: keep the music on guys. 10/10     … Expand
  11. fionagillard
    Oct 9, 2017
    8
    Hours could be spent playing this straight-forward arcade style game. Its combines the simplification of controls and high responsiveness all great games within in the Twitch gameplay field contain whilst maintaining a challenging element that engages any gamer.
    As I moved through the levels there was a clear differentiation as each of the 3 levels (Hexagon, Hexagoner and Hexagonest) and    Hours could be spent playing this straight-forward arcade style game. Its combines the simplification of controls and high responsiveness all great games within in the Twitch gameplay field contain whilst maintaining a challenging element that engages any gamer.
    As I moved through the levels there was a clear differentiation as each of the 3 levels (Hexagon, Hexagoner and Hexagonest) and there hyper and normal modes. I can appreciate how the game automatically switches to these higher tiers whilst using the same basic controls but demonstrating the difference through the colour, speed and gauntlet patterns the gamer has to navigate their way through. These changes provide the player with a feeling of progression attracting their attention.
    These 3 levels play different songs from a soundtrack made by Chipzel: each song starts at a random place when the new level begins to add to that automatic-new-level feel gaining a sense of momentum within the gamer. When the triangle gets caught in the hexagon the game can easily be reset by pressing the space bar which fires up a new pattern: personally I love this and the automatic-new-level feature as it means less time it spent fiddling about with settings and more game time. An automated voice is present at certain times indicating a new level and time that has been reached meaning the player doesn’t get distracted looking at the timer. In my opinion this adds to the suspense and engages the player more.
    However, the geometry patterns may seem boring in comparison to other simulations with in the Twitch/ Action genre as the majority are the same shape, a Hexagon, which provides the game with its USP although people may agree this is dull and the lazy design isn’t detailed enough. Nonetheless the graphics of these basic designs are reasonably good.
    Super Hexagon lacks any real signs of advancement from its 2012 prototype, Hexagon, as the game’s visuals haven’t really been developed. The only real change is in the clarity of levels and difficultly. There have been times when playing Super Hexagon on a PC that I have felt it may be too responsive and that glitches in the graphics have led to an early death. This is clearly an error that needs to be corrected. There have been issues in the past with updates wiping saved games and high scores anyhow the 2.0 version on IOS has major performance improvements and true retina display support.
    From a social point of view this isn’t a game that can be played multi-player at the same time which is a weakness. Although any player’s best scores or friend’s high scores can be broadcasted on sites such as Stream and Game Centre depending on the device being operated. Super Hexagon is available on IOS, Android and PC; these consoles offer limited controls as only the Keyboards can be used when playing on a PC (this has faced heavy criticism as this version doesn’t support mouse control for PCs) and other gadgets use their volume control buttons to control the movement of the triangle which isn’t ideal. The game is cost-effective costing on average £2.50 or can be played for free online with no in-game transactions which is always a positive.
    Overall I think this game is entertaining for a low cost single-player game however the minimalistic design may appear basic but the game has the potential to be challenging if the gamer perseveres.    … Expand
  12. UntoldAv3nGer
    Jun 27, 2013
    7
    If you are willing to spend HOURS practicing, this game is worth everything. Otherwise, stay away. After 2 or 3 hours, you may be too frustrated to continue playing or just use it when you are desperately bored. Looking online for tips will help you out. Don't expect to beat the game in an hour or two, even though it could technically take 5 minutes to complete the whole game.
  13. UjuidarEhcram
    Mar 16, 2013
    7
    This game's description tells you a whole lot of nothing, so let me fix that. Super Hexagon is an arcade-style action game where you need to guide a little triangle (the one right outside the center hex if you look at the pictures) to avoid the incoming hexagon fragments. This game is frantic and it's difficult. You'll need perfect speed and precision to make it even part way through theThis game's description tells you a whole lot of nothing, so let me fix that. Super Hexagon is an arcade-style action game where you need to guide a little triangle (the one right outside the center hex if you look at the pictures) to avoid the incoming hexagon fragments. This game is frantic and it's difficult. You'll need perfect speed and precision to make it even part way through the first level. You will lose many, many times before you succeed, but you're instantly thrown back in the action.

    As you play, the hexagons start coming at you in new, interesting patterns that will throw you off. You'll bob and weave, and then suddenly the hexagon becomes a pentagon and your careful plans need to change in a split second. The pace is really intense.

    The graphics are basic but neat. The music is great; it's high-quality chiptune music, but that should be no surprise from the developer of VVVVVV. It's an interesting game that's done very well, but it's just not for me. If you're looking for a unique, challenging game, you can do a lot worse than Super Hexagon, especially for the price. This game is cheap enough that there's really no need to wait for a sale if you're interested.    … Expand
  14. 6you7me
    Aug 12, 2013
    10
    The Story- The story is an epic tale about a man who is thrown into a "trial" created by satan himself, where he is turned into a triangle and is forced to dodge walls while rotating around a hexagon for all of eternity. Extremely well thought out, and I enjoyed it immensely. It really added to the whole experience. 10/10

    The Gameplay- As I said before, you play as a triangle rotating    The Story- The story is an epic tale about a man who is thrown into a "trial" created by satan himself, where he is turned into a triangle and is forced to dodge walls while rotating around a hexagon for all of eternity. Extremely well thought out, and I enjoyed it immensely. It really added to the whole experience. 10/10

    The Gameplay- As I said before, you play as a triangle rotating around a hexagon dodging walls. Your goal is to survive 60 seconds without being hit, then the level is completed. There are 6 levels- Hexagon, Hexagoner, Hexagonest, Hyper Hexagon, Hyper Hexagoner, and Hyper Hexagonest. Their difficulty levels in the game are Hard, Harder, Hardest, Hardester, Hardestest, and Hardestestest, respectively. As the difficulties suggest, each level makes it harder to make it beyond 60 seconds by speeding up how quickly the walls come at you. Overall, it's very original and surprisingly fun. 9.5/10

    Replay Value- This game is built so that every time you play the same level, it is different. In reality, the only things that are the same are the background colors, music, and difficulty/name. Never will you play the same level twice, which means that you can play for hundreds of hours experimenting with new stuff. And with 6 levels, it will keep you for a while. 10/10

    Addiction and Difficulty- This game has a strange power I have never seen any other game come close to having- well, maybe except for Solitaire... anyways, this game is addicting as all heck. I tell you, I played this game every single day for 3 months. I kept coming back for more. Even long after I had beaten the game, I had kept coming back. This game is extremely difficult. Most people don't stay long after starting because they give up. However, it is genuine difficulty. It's not because of poor controls or level design, it's because they haven't practiced enough. Super Hexagon is a game of practice makes perfect. You cannot expect to be good at it right away. And with that, I commend it. For making people need to try over and over. 10/10

    Graphics/Music- This game's "graphics" Are pretty much just vectors set on a colorful spinning background. They're simple. They don't try to be amazing, since that's not what this game tries to do. They aren't the best, but what they lack, is makes up for in music. This game has an amazing soundtrack of a whole 3 songs. But these songs are amazing. In fact, "Focus", the theme of Hyper Hexagonest and Hexagonest, is in my top 10 video game themes of all time. 10/10

    Story- 10/10
    Gameplay- 9.5/10
    Addiction and Difficulty- 10/10
    Replay Value- 10/10
    Graphics/Music- 10/10
    Total- 99/100- Go buy it NOW    … Expand
  15. lolplayer117
    Jan 5, 2014
    10
    17 hours so far for less than a dollar. Pure cocaine. Although I've always liked super simple but hard games like this (think Super Meat Boy, Hotline Miami, etc). Buy it, even if you don't like you spent like no money. Also, don't listen to the noobs who say keyboard doesn't work. They're just bad. I beat Super Meat Boy up to the third dark world with keyboard. Keyboard is just the same as17 hours so far for less than a dollar. Pure cocaine. Although I've always liked super simple but hard games like this (think Super Meat Boy, Hotline Miami, etc). Buy it, even if you don't like you spent like no money. Also, don't listen to the noobs who say keyboard doesn't work. They're just bad. I beat Super Meat Boy up to the third dark world with keyboard. Keyboard is just the same as everything: Learnable.… Expand
  16. kotay
    Nov 28, 2012
    10
    Super addictive, really hard, awesome music, controls are fine if you use a control pad guy giving it a bad rating is a just a scrub who cant get past 3 seconds.
  17. sswam
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Super Hexagon is a superb, challenging, minimal game by Terry Cavanagh.
    If you like a challenge and enjoy to experience computer-stimulated trance, play this game.
  18. Firecrest
    Feb 17, 2013
    9
    Initially, the game's teeth-gnashing difficulty will induce a deep inner rage and overpowering feeling of despair. Stick around long enough to learn the ropes and it'll become clear why people regard Super Hexagon as being a prime example of unadulterated digital crack.
  19. sambaker743
    Jul 3, 2013
    8
    A super addicting, super hard, and all around super game. If fast, difficult, arcadeish gameplay is for you, then you'd love this game. It's low price is just the cherry on the top of an otherwise great game.
    Graphics are a great blend of the fast shapes, rapidly rotating background, and beautiful changing colors. All running great, requiring nil to run.
    What really seals the deal fpr me    A super addicting, super hard, and all around super game. If fast, difficult, arcadeish gameplay is for you, then you'd love this game. It's low price is just the cherry on the top of an otherwise great game.
    Graphics are a great blend of the fast shapes, rapidly rotating background, and beautiful changing colors. All running great, requiring nil to run.
    What really seals the deal fpr me is the music, it's some of the best I've heard in a long while (avid chiptune fan), and it's what keeps me going through the many screw-ups. And I do screw up a lot, but I never hold it against the game. It's got something that keeps me coming back for more, and the only scoring helps in attempting to get that score up.
    The only real cons I can think of is the re-playability of it all. But then again, that isn't an issue with a game like this.
    I'd recommend this to pretty much anyone whose in the spirit for a game that pulls all the punches, and is great fun to play in either short bursts, or long score-grinding sessions.    … Expand
  20. Edward7089
    Jan 3, 2014
    9
    The fact this game exists is proof that such simplicity can make for such an excellent experience. Super Hexagon is like a flash game you find on an online site which really excels from the rest. The original 'prototype' of this game (which was one of the flash games mentioned above) was extremely popular and so an improved version made it past Steam Greenlight and ended up on steam for aThe fact this game exists is proof that such simplicity can make for such an excellent experience. Super Hexagon is like a flash game you find on an online site which really excels from the rest. The original 'prototype' of this game (which was one of the flash games mentioned above) was extremely popular and so an improved version made it past Steam Greenlight and ended up on steam for a very low price.
    The music, flashing colours and spinning view alll make for a game which teaches you to recognise what is happening and what is likely to happen next.
    The psychedelic style and the optical illusion effects make this game all the more addictive. A definite good choice to add to your collection of small-time indie games.    … Expand
  21. mrnice
    Nov 30, 2012
    6
    Since I bought the game two days ago, I've played for almost 4 hours. Each game must have averaged at 10-20 seconds. That means I've played hundreds of games of this in two days. The only variety is that the obstacles vary. There are three different modes with a chiptune for each. According to Steam achievemts, only 1.7 percent have beaten the hardest mode. Once you beat a mode, you unlockSince I bought the game two days ago, I've played for almost 4 hours. Each game must have averaged at 10-20 seconds. That means I've played hundreds of games of this in two days. The only variety is that the obstacles vary. There are three different modes with a chiptune for each. According to Steam achievemts, only 1.7 percent have beaten the hardest mode. Once you beat a mode, you unlock a 'hyper' version. The main difference, apart from different colours, being that it's faster, I think. I can't really tell the difference to be honest. There's a Top 100 highscore table for each level, but the global highscores are almost untouchable. The 'friend highscores' table has more potential, as your Steam friends are likely to be more moderate players of this game. The controls aren't perfect, and randomly generated levels can suddenly present an impossible difficulty spike. Often it's a about luck, and that is unfair in a game where everything is boiled down to 'skill gaming'.… Expand
  22. ravl13
    Jun 15, 2013
    2
    Good concept, but bad execution for the PC release. For the iOS version, the only practical controls were a button to move left, and a button to move right. That's fine.

    But when the game was released for PC, no mouse support was added. I've seen reviews saying this game is "fiendishly difficult" and hard, but it's artificially difficult because the controls are garbage. They are    Good concept, but bad execution for the PC release. For the iOS version, the only practical controls were a button to move left, and a button to move right. That's fine.

    But when the game was released for PC, no mouse support was added. I've seen reviews saying this game is "fiendishly difficult" and hard, but it's artificially difficult because the controls are garbage. They are too sensitive, so fine tuned movements are difficult. Also, if you even slightly overshoot/undershoot how long to hold the buttons to move, you die.

    Adding mouse controls would make this game far less frustrating and less "fake difficult", since you can focus on pattern recognition and skillfully weaving your movements with a mouse instead of dying because you held down the "move right" button a quarter second too long. I would think such an implementation to be fairly simple, and it's lack of inclusion makes for sub-par gameplay on a pc.

    I can't recommend this game in its current state. It's just not fun dying all the time because of poor controls    … Expand
  23. RainFall
    Nov 28, 2012
    3
    Potentially addictive game, horrible controls. I can see how this could have done well on the iOS. With a touchscreen, the controls would've been very intuitive. On an xbox 360 controller and/or keyboard, the controls are sloppy and you are often extremely underestimating or overestimating how far you have to move the triangle you are controlling and you die not due to a mistake inPotentially addictive game, horrible controls. I can see how this could have done well on the iOS. With a touchscreen, the controls would've been very intuitive. On an xbox 360 controller and/or keyboard, the controls are sloppy and you are often extremely underestimating or overestimating how far you have to move the triangle you are controlling and you die not due to a mistake in calculations, but due to sloppy controls. This could easily be patched though, so i will amend my review upon fixing.… Expand
  24. Xienen
    Nov 28, 2013
    1
    I don't see why this game is so highly rated. I love action games, puzzle games, and even some very difficult games like VVVVVV, but this game rotates the screen just to be difficult. Perhaps if this mechanic was added later in the game to increase difficulty, it wouldn't be such a terrible design decision, but the game is immediately retardly difficult for no discernable reason.I don't see why this game is so highly rated. I love action games, puzzle games, and even some very difficult games like VVVVVV, but this game rotates the screen just to be difficult. Perhaps if this mechanic was added later in the game to increase difficulty, it wouldn't be such a terrible design decision, but the game is immediately retardly difficult for no discernable reason. Minimalistic games can be phenomenally fun, even when difficult, but this game's design is just lazy. Obviously the masses love it, so maybe it's just me.… Expand
  25. shears
    Dec 2, 2012
    7
    Probably the hardest yet the simplest game I've ever played. Also quite addictive once you get into it. From the first game I've been thinking about how the controls could have been improved but I couldn't come up with an answer. I guess it's just meant to be the way it is.
  26. AWG
    Jun 17, 2013
    5
    Should have been named "Ragequit: The Game: The Ragequit". This game has enormous potentials but fails to fulfill its goal because of terrible controls that transform a simple concept in an early impossible-to-beat swearfeast.
  27. Quantization
    Jan 13, 2014
    0
    Save your money. This game is horrendous. If you survive past 5 seconds great job. I really wish I saved my 60 cents and bought a McDonalds ice cream instead.
  28. lahjaunelmia
    Feb 28, 2013
    9
    Incredibly addicting and very very difficult game. Very unique game and very catchy soundtrack. Bought this 2 days ago and already played it like 8 hours. There are only 6 levels and one level takes 60 seconds to beat. So unless you are asian or god you can't beat this game in 6 minutes from the first play.
  29. suneater
    Apr 6, 2014
    3
    Super Hexagon can best be described as a twitch rhythm game where you dodge increasingly complex line patterns spawned off screen, flowing inward to your hexagon. While I love the music and the concept of the game, I had a hard time even playing it because of graphical issues. With V-sync turned on the whole screen seems to "move" and caused me motion sickness very quickly (something ISuper Hexagon can best be described as a twitch rhythm game where you dodge increasingly complex line patterns spawned off screen, flowing inward to your hexagon. While I love the music and the concept of the game, I had a hard time even playing it because of graphical issues. With V-sync turned on the whole screen seems to "move" and caused me motion sickness very quickly (something I don't have a problem with in any other game). With V-sync off there was constant screen tearing, sometimes occuring multiple times a second in multiple parts of the screen, which gave me headaches.

    I think this game would be a great party game, something to pass the controller around while everyone takes their 10 sec-1 min turn attempting to pass a level. However I felt physically ill trying to play it and wouldn't recommend it to anyone considering I haven't had issues with motion sickness in a video game before.    … Expand
  30. Kabsef
    Oct 15, 2013
    6
    Super Hexagon.This game is fun, fast paced and addictive. It is a PERFECT boredom breaker, great to play while downloading other games. Some people say this game makes you rage quit, for me it is the complete opposite, if I die, I just have an overwhelming urge to play again, and keep playing, until my eyes are literally burning. The reason this is great whilst waiting for games toSuper Hexagon.This game is fun, fast paced and addictive. It is a PERFECT boredom breaker, great to play while downloading other games. Some people say this game makes you rage quit, for me it is the complete opposite, if I die, I just have an overwhelming urge to play again, and keep playing, until my eyes are literally burning. The reason this is great whilst waiting for games to download and other Things to happen, is because time passes very quickly with this game, you just want to play again and again and again and again... When you stop playing you realize the game you were downloading finished about 3 hours ago. The reason I rate this with a mediocre score is because, it's not really good for a serious sit down and play it game, just when you are waiting for other things. But it is very, very good at it's job.… Expand
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  1. Pelit (Finland)
    May 13, 2013
    82
    Super Hexagon is not a game you'll play for months on end. It's not a significant step in the evolution of games as an art form. But damn if it isn't astounding that a game this simple can be such a joy to play! As a small-scale time waster it's pretty much perfect. [May 2013]
  2. Multiplayer.it
    Dec 27, 2012
    85
    Fast, minimal and fun: Super Hexagon is the new Terry Cavanagh triumph.
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  3. PC Gamer
    Dec 6, 2012
    90
    A frenzied, elegant action game that pulses with great music and demanding thrills, for only £2/$3.
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