Hexiled is a breath of fresh air in the crowded word game genre. By moving away from a standard square grid to a hexagonal maze of letters, it forces you to think about word paths in a completely new way. The 'Escape' mode is the standout feature, providing a frantic, high-pressure challenge that perfectly scales to your skill level. It’s the kind of game where a 30-second session can feel as intense as a boss fight in an action game.
What makes Hexiled truly special is how it caters to different moods. If you want to relax, 'Explore' mode lets you hunt for the longest words without a timer, turning it into a meditative puzzle. The graphics are crisp, and the original soundtrack provides a great atmosphere. The addition of 'Discover' mode adds a move-count challenge that rewards efficiency. It’s a smart, addictive, and beautifully presented game that belongs in the library of any word fiend.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.7.0Thu Feb 19 2026
NEW: 5 more languages — Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Russian and Greek, bringing the total to 12.
NEW: Tap-to-select input — tap letters one by one to build words, then tap the last letter to confirm. Works alongside the existing drag input.
NEW: iPad landscape support with automatic rotation handling.
Bug fixes and improvements.
• Reached #1 word game in 32 countries
• Played over 5 million times
• Hexiled is an original, addictive and challenging word game, with both intense and relaxed gameplay
• ESCAPE, EXPLORE, SURVIVE, DISCOVER game modes suit both word fiends and casual gamers
• Test your vocabulary, learn new words, challenge friends or beat your own scores
Make words that must touch vacant tile spaces and meet minimum word-length indicators shown on tiles. The tutorial at the start of the game explains the rules, so pay attention and you'll get away to the best possible start.
Try all four game modes:
• ESCAPE - with timing that adapts to your performance, this is a frantic challenge for anyone
• EXPLORE - there's no time limit, so relax and rack up a high score or hunt the longest words
• SURVIVE - earn time by finding words in a test of quick thinking, vocabulary and endurance
• DISCOVER - reach the edge in fewest possible words; gets harder as you get better
Play in any of the following languages:
• English
• Français (French)
• Deutsch (German)
• Nederlands (Dutch)
• Español (Spanish)
• Português (Portuguese)
• Italiano (Italian)
"Spellbinding new wordplay app" - Evaluapp
"The best word game I have ever played" - sboyce_tw
"This game is so amazing! I'm addicted to it" - jotap_rios
"If you know what's good for you, you'll download Hexiled" - tee_dee_pee
"One of the best games on the App Store - great word based game" - tcfairfax
"A very satisfying hexagonal word search maze-like. Highly recommend!" - BookishMatt
The game includes detailed post-game statistics, your all-time stats and an original soundtrack.
Hexiled's four different modes offer something for everyone. Waiting for a friend or at the coffee shop? ESCAPE games take a couple of minutes (or 15-30 seconds if you're really good!). The morning commute or work break is perfect for SURVIVE's 1-5 minute games, while one last game of EXPLORE before bed is hard to resist. New DISCOVER mode adds something for those wanting an unrushed game, but without the commitment of a full EXPLORE session.
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.#1 word game in 32 countries with over 10 million plays. An original game with four modes for every mood — from intense to relaxed — and a killer soundtrack!
• Reached #1 word game in 32 countries
• Played over 10 million times
• Hexiled is an original, addictive and challenging word game, with both intense and relaxed gameplay
• ESCAPE, EXPLORE, SURVIVE, DISCOVER game modes suit both word fiends and casual gamers
• Test your vocabulary, learn new words, challenge friends or beat your own scores
Make words that must touch vacant tile spaces and meet minimum word-length indicators shown on tiles. The tutorial at the start of the game explains the rules, so pay attention and you'll get away to the best possible start.
Try all four game modes:
• ESCAPE - with timing that adapts to your performance, this is a frantic challenge for anyone
• EXPLORE - there's no time limit, so relax and rack up a high score or hunt the longest words
• SURVIVE - earn time by finding words in a test of quick thinking, vocabulary and endurance
• DISCOVER - reach the edge in fewest possible words; gets harder as you get better
Play in 12 languages — a great way to discover words in a new language:
English, Français, Deutsch, Nederlands, Español, Português, Italiano, Svenska, Norsk, Dansk, Русский, Ελληνικά
"Spellbinding new wordplay app" - Evaluapp
"The best word game I have ever played" - sboyce_tw
"This game is so amazing! I'm addicted to it" - jotap_rios
"If you know what's good for you, you'll download Hexiled" - tee_dee_pee
"One of the best games on the App Store - great word based game" - tcfairfax
"A very satisfying hexagonal word search maze-like. Highly recommend!" - BookishMatt
The game includes detailed post-game statistics, your all-time stats and a killer original soundtrack.
Hexiled's four different modes offer something for everyone. Waiting for a friend or at the coffee shop? ESCAPE games take a couple of minutes (or 15-30 seconds if you're really good!). The morning commute or work break is perfect for SURVIVE's 1-5 minute games, while one last game of EXPLORE before bed is hard to resist. DISCOVER mode adds something for those wanting an unrushed game, but without the commitment of a full EXPLORE session.












Hexiled is an original and challenging word game that tasks players with finding words on a hexagonal grid to reach the edge and escape. Featuring four distinct modes—Escape, Explore, Survive, and Discover—it suits both casual players and competitive word fiends. With detailed statistics, a scaleable difficulty system, and a minimalist design, Hexiled offers a unique twist on the word search genre that has been played over 5 million times.
Four unique game modes
Adaptive difficulty timing
Detailed post-game statistics
Original atmospheric soundtrack
120 FPS frame rate support
In Escape mode, don't just look for long words. Focus on finding paths that lead you toward the outer edge of the hexagon as quickly as possible to beat the timer.
In Discover mode, you have a limited number of moves to reach the edge. Look for 5+ letter words that clear large sections of the board to maximize your progress.
No, Explore and Discover modes are untimed, allowing you to play at your own pace.