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Hexic 2

Mixed or average reviews
Based on 15 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 2 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Microsoft
Developer: Carbonated Games
Genre(s): Puzzle
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: August 15, 2007
Summary
[Xbox Live Arcade] Building on the success of Hexic HD, Hexic 2 brings all-new pieces to the board in a very literal way. The basic gameplay is straightforward, familiar, and addictive—just spin a trio of hexes to create a group of three or more matching colors, or build a formation of hexes to create more advanced pieces. Whether you want a relaxing puzzle break or a frantic race against the clock, Hexic 2 has you covered. All-new special pieces, different formations, and modes keep Hexic 2 challenging even for the veteran Hexic player. Multiplayer competition: Amp up the gaming excitement playing multiplayer over Xbox Live (up to 2 players) in Battle Mode. The gameplay is straightforward, approachable, and highly addictive. The game is rendered in full 3-D with stunning special effects such as reflections, glow, and spectacular highlights. [Microsoft]
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What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Team Xbox
Hexic 2’s addition of other pieces will make it a bit more playable, though Black Pearls are still going to be a challenge if you don’t already know how to get them. As well, the inclusion of Battle Mode adds a great platform for competitive gamers.
Read Full Review >Official Xbox Magazine
Hexic 2 deftly expands every concept that made its freebie predecessor the star of Live Arcade's launch. [Sept 2007, p.74]
GamingExcellence
After playing Hexic 2, it’s really hard to go back and play Hexic HD. Hexic 2 is worth checking out especially if you have friends that are also competitive puzzle fanatics.
Read Full Review >1UP
Hexic 2 is an excellent puzzle game on its own merits, but the original was perfection. For fans of the first game, multiplayer, new pieces, and new leaderboards to conquer should be well worth the 800 Marketplace points (around $10), but those who haven't given the series the time of day should explore the original first.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
Hexic 2's new multiplayer mode adds frenetic new fun to an already-sharp puzzle game.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
The changes are plentiful, but there's nothing ludicrously revolutionary here.
Read Full Review >DailyGame
Multiplayer is a nice addition, but it definitely takes some getting used to, and the updated graphics don't really do much for me other than give me a headache while trying to create clusters.
Read Full Review >Games Radar (in-house)
800 feels like a lot to pay for the sequel to a game that was free with your system, but hey, you can't complain that you aren't getting a lot of content for the cost. Just as long as you already loved the original game.
Read Full Review >Eurogamer
If you liked the original, and poured endless hours into it, then you should definitely get this one: there are just about enough tweaks and changes to make it feel different enough to justify a purchase - especially the chance to play a mate online.
Read Full Review >Official Xbox Magazine UK
It's Hexic. But, y'know, again. And better. [Oct 2007, p.98]
Xbox World Australia
But at the end of the day, there's nothing on offer that actually changes the core Hexic experience, and as such it's difficult for us to recommend a purchase at its current price.
Read Full Review >IGN
A decent puzzle game. I really don't fancy paying $10 for "decent," though. The original Hexic was also an average game, but it was free. It was free, and it was simplistic enough for anyone to grasp right away.
Read Full Review >Planet Xbox 360
Hexic 2 feels more like a bad knock-off than a sequel. The excitement of playing the uber-addictive puzzler in head-to-head battle mode never quite makes up for the poor, drab graphics and frustratingly hard-to-see gem selector.
Read Full Review >Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
Hexic 2 isn't quite as good as the original, but if you missed out on the first game, you can't go wrong with the sequel. [Nov 2007, p.96]
X360 Magazine UK
It's certainly not seven quid more entertaining than what came before. [Issue#25, p.119]
What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 7.0 (out of 10) based on 2 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Kelly gave it an8:
THere's a lot more new here than first meets the eye. The new pieces definitely make it easier to get into and lear, but also add depth to the SP experience. The battle mode is a lot of fun once you learn how to play. The new color scheme is definitely a big change from Hexic HD, but Hexic HD didn't look like it belonged on the 360 anyway.
Jonathan P. gave it a6:
Ejoyed the first installment, but so far the second one has left me dry. The whole look of the game has altered, its abandoned the simple primary colours for a new shiny metallic paint job which detracts from the games simple charm. Improvements in game modes and inclusion of multiplayer just isn't enough.
