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− | Hex is a [[connection game]] invented in the 1940s | + | 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: | ||
− | * | + | * An overview of the basic [[rules]] of Hex. |
− | * | + | * A look at the [[History of Hex|historical background]] of the game. |
− | * The [[strategy]] page | + | * The [[strategy roadmap]], which lists skills in the approximate order in which players should learn them. |
− | * Practice by solving some [[Puzzles|puzzles]]. | + | * The [[strategy]] page, which includes further links to specific topics on Hex strategy. |
− | * [[Commented games]] to learn from. | + | * Practice your skills by solving some challenging [[Puzzles|puzzles]]. |
− | * Information on [[computer Hex]]. | + | * Study [[Commented games|commented games]] to learn from experienced players. |
− | * Information on [[online playing]]. | + | * Information on [[computer Hex|computer-based versions]] of the game. |
− | * Information on [[tournaments]]. | + | * Information on where to play Hex, including [[online playing|online options]] and [[Hex clubs|local clubs]]. |
− | * | + | * Information on [[tournaments]] and competitions for Hex players. |
− | * | + | * Information on [[physical hex sets|making your own physical Hex set]]. |
− | * Tips for [[typesetting Hex]]. | + | * Information on [[variants using the same equipment|variations of the game]]. |
− | * | + | * Tips for [[typesetting Hex|typesetting Hex diagrams and boards]]. |
− | * [[Hex | + | * Learn more about HexWiki itself by visiting [[About HexWiki|this page]]. |
+ | * Join the Hex community by visiting the [[Hex forums|Hex discussion forums]]. | ||
+ | * A [[Hex Bibliography|bibliography]] of books and articles about Hex. | ||
− | + | 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.
Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:
- An overview of the basic rules of Hex.
- A look at the historical background of the game.
- The strategy roadmap, which lists skills in the approximate order in which players should learn them.
- The strategy page, which includes further links to specific topics on Hex strategy.
- Practice your skills by solving some challenging puzzles.
- Study commented games to learn from experienced players.
- Information on computer-based versions of the game.
- Information on where to play Hex, including online options and local clubs.
- Information on tournaments and competitions for Hex players.
- Information on making your own physical Hex set.
- Information on variations of the game.
- Tips for typesetting Hex diagrams and boards.
- Learn more about HexWiki itself by visiting this page.
- Join the Hex community by visiting the Hex discussion forums.
- A bibliography of books and articles about Hex.
In addition to the above pages, you can also browse our categories and pages for more information on Hex.