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Welcome to HexWiki, the wiki dedicated to the board game [[Hex]].
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'''November 18, 2024: HexWiki has moved to a new server!  The old server had deteriorated over time, becoming slow and sometimes unresponsive.  Please let us know if you encounter any problems with the new server.'''
  
Hex is a [[connection game]] invented in the 1940s and popularised in recent years on game sites on the web. With simple [[rules]] and much inherent [[strategy]], it makes for a game which an increasing audience finds interesting and stimulating.
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Welcome to HexWiki, the comprehensive resource dedicated to the board game of [[Hex]].
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Hex is a [[connection game]] invented in the 1940s that has gained popularity in recent years on online gaming platforms. With its simple [[rules]] and deep [[strategy|strategic elements]], it has captivated a growing audience of players who find the game both challenging and engaging.
  
 
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Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:
 
Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:
  
* a description of the [[rules]] of Hex
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* An overview of the basic [[rules]] of Hex.
* some [[History of Hex|historical]] background
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* A look at the [[History of Hex|historical background]] of the game.
* take a look [[About HexWiki|here]] if you want to know more about HexWiki
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* The [[strategy roadmap]], which lists skills in the approximate order in which players should learn them.
* the [[strategy]] page has links to specific strategy topics
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* The [[strategy]] page, which includes further links to specific topics on Hex strategy.
* practice by solving some [[Puzzles|puzzles]]
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* Practice your skills by solving some challenging [[Puzzles|puzzles]].
* information on [[computer Hex]]
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* Study [[Commented games|commented games]] to learn from experienced players.
* information on [[online playing]]
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* Information on [[computer Hex|computer-based versions]] of the game.
* ideas for [[physical hex sets|physical Hex sets]]
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* Information on where to play Hex, including [[online playing|online options]] and [[Hex clubs|local clubs]].
* information on [[tournaments]]
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* Information on [[tournaments]] and competitions for Hex players.
* some [[variants using the same equipment]]
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* Information on [[physical hex sets|making your own physical Hex set]].
* [[commented games]] to learn from
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* Information on [[variants using the same equipment|variations of the game]].
* tips for [[typesetting Hex]]
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* Tips for [[typesetting Hex|typesetting Hex diagrams and boards]].
* [[Hex Bibliography|Hex bibliography]]
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* Learn more about HexWiki itself by visiting [[About HexWiki|this page]].
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* Join the Hex community by visiting the [[Hex forums|Hex discussion forums]].
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* A [[Hex Bibliography|bibliography]] of books and articles about Hex.
  
You can also take a look at all our [[Special:Categories|categories]] and all our [[Special:Allpages|pages]].
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In addition to the above pages, you can also browse our [[Special:Categories|categories]] and [[Special:Allpages|pages]] for more information on Hex.

Latest revision as of 17:39, 18 November 2024

November 18, 2024: HexWiki has moved to a new server! The old server had deteriorated over time, becoming slow and sometimes unresponsive. Please let us know if you encounter any problems with the new server.

Welcome to HexWiki, the comprehensive resource dedicated to the board game of Hex.

Hex is a connection game invented in the 1940s that has gained popularity in recent years on online gaming platforms. With its simple rules and deep strategic elements, it has captivated a growing audience of players who find the game both challenging and engaging.

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Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:

In addition to the above pages, you can also browse our categories and pages for more information on Hex.