# Hexic free - the original game

> Puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id916582418](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id916582418)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id916582418`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Adam Richard Szabo
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (156 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.4.0
- **Last updated:** 2017-01-13
- **First published:** 2014-09-20
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hexic-free-the-original-game/id916582418)

## Description

Relive the classic MSN-era Hexic on mobile. Rotate hexagonal tiles to form clusters and flowers, triggering chain reactions as new pieces drop from the top.

Earn bonuses for larger clears, unlock silver-stars to rotate surrounding pieces, and strive to form black pearls to end the game. Bombs add a tactical twist—defuse them by clustering with matching colors.

## Rankings

- #114,136 — Overall

## Review summary

The game is a faithful Hexic remake with strong nostalgic appeal and straightforward gameplay. However, many reviews cite recurring issues: a new pastel color scheme that makes colors hard to tell apart and is disliked by colorblind players; a too-small board; missing modes/undo and hint controls; intrusive ads; and compatibility concerns with newer iOS versions.

### Pros

- Faithful recreation of the original Hexic with similar gameplay and feel.
- Strong nostalgia/recognizable Hexic experience on mobile, loved by fans.
- Easy-to-learn, casual puzzle that doesn't push heavy monetization.
- Lovely rendering that mirrors the original's look and presentation.

### Cons

- Color palette changes to pastel colors reduce color differentiation, making it hard to distinguish pieces (also problematic for colorblind players).
- Board is too small; players request a bigger board for easier play.
- Missing modes and features (survival mode and undo/hints toggle) and in some versions difficulty turning off hints.
- Intrusive or frequent video ads disrupt gameplay.
- Not compatible with or updated for newer iOS versions (older iOS compatibility).

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