Hex Planet Idle: Gather Resources, Unlock Every Hex
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What is Hex Planet Idle?
A whole planet is cut into hexagons, and you walk a single explorer across it. Every locked hex names a resource and a quantity before it opens. The further out you push, the richer the tiles you reach.
How to play
Drag the explorer around with the mouse or your finger, and anything you walk over is picked up on its own. A hex marked with white light shows which resource the next zone wants from you. Stockpile that resource, open the zone, and better materials appear on the other side. No timer runs against you, so a slow careful sweep costs nothing. The goal is simply to open every hex on the planet.
Controls
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| Drag with mouse | Move the explorer |
| Mouse move | Check a zone and what it asks for |
| Touch | Drag with your finger on a phone |
Tips
- Open the next zone as soon as you can afford it; each new area pays out faster than the last.
- Read the request in the lit area before you start hauling, or you will bank the wrong resource.
- Sweep a zone clean before you move on, because walking back across the planet costs real time.
Frequently asked questions
Does this game have an ending?
Opening every zone is the goal. How fast you get there is up to you.
Can I play it on a phone?
Yes. It is built for a vertical screen and you play it by dragging with one finger.