Super Hexagon in IOS

Action

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Our Site Score

98/100

Super Hexagon is a brutal, rhythmic, and utterly perfect piece of game design. Terry Cavanagh has stripped the action genre down to its barest essentials: you are a triangle, there are walls, and you must not touch them. The game's difficulty is legendary, but it never feels unfair. Every time you 'Game Over' (which will be every few seconds at first), you immediately know what you did wrong and find yourself hitting 'Restart' before you've even processed the loss.

The synergy between the visuals and Chipzel’s pounding chiptune soundtrack is what creates the 'trance' state the game is famous for. As the screen pulses and rotates in time with the music, your conscious brain turns off, and your reflexes take over. Reaching the 60-second mark on any level—which triggers an evolution to a faster speed—feels like a monumental achievement. It is a masterclass in minimalism, proving that you don't need complex stories or high-end graphics to create one of the most compelling and addictive experiences on the App Store.

Reviewed on: Sat Nov 30 2024
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Dinsun Review

I don't hand out scores this high often. Super Hexagon is a masterclass in 'less is more.' It doesn't waste your time with stories or tutorials. It just asks: 'Can you survive for 10 seconds?' and when you fail, it lets you try again instantly. This is the kind of design that was lost when games started trying to be movies.

The synergy between the visuals and the music creates a flow state that few games can match. It’s infuriating, yes, but it’s never unfair. If you die, it’s because you weren't fast enough. My only complaint is that after an hour, your eyes feel like they’re going to bleed from the screen shaking. It's a game for the patient and the skilled, a rare breed in the mobile space.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Instant restarts
  • Perfect soundtrack
  • Pure skill-based gameplay
  • Intense visual flashing
  • Steep learning curve

Technical Report

Performance: Zero latency; essential for this type of game.

Accessibility:

    Audience Fit

    Buy if: You enjoy the challenge of games like Dark Souls or old arcade cabinets.

    Skip if: You are prone to seizures or get frustrated by losing in 5 seconds.

    Similar Games:
    • VVVVVV
    • Duet
    • Geometry Dash

    Reviewer Context

    • Reviewer: Dinsun
    • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
    • Playtime: 50 hours
    • Status: Reached Hexagonest

    The Game

    Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

    Version 3.0.2Thu May 10 2018

    This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

    3.0.2: Minor patch for 3.0.

    3.0: Welcome to Super Hexagon 3.0! This new version supports iPhoneX, brings 120 FPS support to ProMotion enabled iPads (iPad Pro 2017+), and supports iOS 11.3. This is all possible thanks to our new GLKit renderer, which should also bring faster performance and increased battery life to all devices!

    In addition, you can now also play the game on iPad Pro smart keyboards (as well as the existing support for MFI controllers.)

    Thank you so much for playing Super Hexagon. I hope you enjoy the update!


    Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

    Super Hexagon was a best of 2012 runner up for game of the year on the app store.

    "A masterpiece of design purity" - EDGE 9/10

    "This is the kind of game you’re going to pass off to your friends and say, “You’ve gotta check this out.” It’s dangerously addictive." - IGN 9/10

    "One of the best mobile gaming experiences I've had this year." - Destructoid, 10/10

    "Knows exactly what type of game it wants to be and executes on it spectacularly. Merciless difficulty meets brilliant design." - Gamezebo, 5/5


    Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

    Super Hexagon was a best of 2012 runner up for game of the year on the app store.

    "A masterpiece of design purity" - EDGE 9/10

    "This is the kind of game you’re going to pass off to your friends and say, “You’ve gotta check this out.” It’s dangerously addictive." - IGN 9/10

    "One of the best mobile gaming experiences I've had this year." - Destructoid, 10/10

    "Knows exactly what type of game it wants to be and executes on it spectacularly. Merciless difficulty meets brilliant design." - Gamezebo, 5/5


    Featured In

    The Chiptune Maestro
    BEHIND THE SCENES
    The Chiptune Maestro
    Chipzel’s 8-bit game soundtracks are bleeping amazing.

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.5 out of 5 with 2171 Counts
    Age Rating 4+

    Screenshots

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    Super Hexagon is a minimalist action game that tests your reflexes and rhythm. You control a small triangle rotating around a central hexagon, dodging incoming walls that pulse to the beat of an incredible chiptune soundtrack by Chipzel. With six stages of increasing difficulty—ranging from 'Hexagon' to the soul-crushing 'Hyper Hexagonest'—the game is a pure test of skill. Surviving for 60 seconds in any mode unlocks new challenges and shifts the game into a higher gear. It is widely considered one of the most challenging and rewarding arcade games on mobile.

    Features

    1

    Addictive, fast-paced 'one more go' gameplay

    2

    Incredible chiptune soundtrack by Chipzel

    3

    Six levels of escalating difficulty

    4

    Minimalist, pulsing visual design

    5

    Game Center leaderboards

    Tips

    Promotion Videos

    Super Hexagon - Official Trailer - YouTube

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    Gameplays

    Q&A

    The spinning and color shifts are designed to challenge your spatial awareness and are synced to the music's intensity.

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