Hexic HD

 Xbox 360
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79

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7.0

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  • Summary: [Xbox Live Arcade] Hexic HD is the next puzzle hit from Alexey Pajitnov, the original creator of "Tetris." Rotate groups of three hexes to form clusters of like-colored tiles. Use bonus pieces and starflowers to boost your score and discover new ways to play. But watch out for bombs - clear[Xbox Live Arcade] Hexic HD is the next puzzle hit from Alexey Pajitnov, the original creator of "Tetris." Rotate groups of three hexes to form clusters of like-colored tiles. Use bonus pieces and starflowers to boost your score and discover new ways to play. But watch out for bombs - clear them before they explode or it's game over. [Xbox.com]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. GamesRadar+
    100
    This is not just another falling brick game; Hexic is a keen evolution of the genre that gives the player a lot more credit than most puzzle games do.
  2. Detroit Free Press
    100
    This hexagon-packed puzzler is a bonus for all Xbox 360 owners who pick up a hard drive for their system, as it comes pre-installed on the hard drive.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    90
    Hexic almost single-handedly kept out 360's from collecting cobwebs during the post-launch lull, and we still found ourselves firing it up when we don't have a time for a marathon "Oblivion" session or some "Fight Night" brawling. [Jun 2006, p.62]
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  4. TeamXbox
    79
    It is definitely a game that can be likened to chess in that to be really successful, you’ll need to plan 2-3 moves ahead.
  5. WHAM! Gaming
    79
    A fantastic game that becomes a lot deeper than it first seems once you start learning some of the advanced techniques. A perfect fit for the Xbox Live Arcade.
  6. GameSpot
    76
    Reminiscent of the influential puzzle gaming sensation Bejeweled, Hexic HD is a solid, attractive puzzle game that comes freely preloaded onto the Xbox 360's hard drive.
  7. X-ONE Magazine UK
    50
    Resoundingly okay. [Issue#23, p.97]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15
  1. [Anonymous]
    Jun 17, 2006
    10
    Hexic is a brilliant game! A great game created by that insane Russian guy that made Tetris, Hexic is an amazing follow up, that has great Hexic is a brilliant game! A great game created by that insane Russian guy that made Tetris, Hexic is an amazing follow up, that has great modes, and tight graphics. Finally getting a black pearl is major braging rigths among your friends.… Expand
  2. RidiculousBox
    Apr 9, 2019
    9
    Nice. The game thats preinstalled on every X360 makes you think as you rotate the pesky hexagons and advance.
  4. storygamer
    Jun 27, 2021
    8
    At first, the design of Hexic HD seems a bit boring, but it´s not all about good graphics and story! Once you´re in the game, it becomesAt first, the design of Hexic HD seems a bit boring, but it´s not all about good graphics and story! Once you´re in the game, it becomes highly addictive. The challenging puzzles make your brain cells go nuts! Just check it out, it´s for free. You won´t regret it!… Expand
  5. Balthamos
    Apr 3, 2006
    7
    Pretty fun game. From the creator of Tetris. However, I enjoyed Tetris much more than this game. Hexic is more of just a little side thing Pretty fun game. From the creator of Tetris. However, I enjoyed Tetris much more than this game. Hexic is more of just a little side thing more than a full fledged game. If you like puzzle games, then you will definitely like this, but at times it can just become more of a brain-sore than fun.… Expand
  6. Stan_Osbourne
    Apr 22, 2022
    7
    Even though the game is completely free, I will rate it like any other game I spend time on. And to tell the truth, this is a good puzzleEven though the game is completely free, I will rate it like any other game I spend time on. And to tell the truth, this is a good puzzle game, with interesting gameplay mechanics, a minimalistic and pleasant design, and a good musical accompaniment (although now it is extremely difficult for me to remember it)

    However, as is the case with most puzzle games on non-portable consoles, I got bored very quickly playing it. All the same, such games have a place on portable consoles, rather than on the Xbox 360 or backward compatibility on the Xbox Series S, like mine. Jigsaw puzzle games should be at the level of "Catharina", no less. But you can still play Hexic HD for a while. Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  7. CiaranG.
    Jun 14, 2006
    7
    Free with a hard disk, fun and colourful but nothing exciting. You feel as if you could have spent all your time playing something more fun. Free with a hard disk, fun and colourful but nothing exciting. You feel as if you could have spent all your time playing something more fun. But a pretty good puzzle game. Nothing you should really bother about though.… Expand
  8. BigManReviewer
    May 6, 2023
    3
    Why play this when tetris and numerous other puzzle games exist, it's slow and boring, just play another puzzle game.

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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2005
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#14 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2005
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#6 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2005