wip-hex-tile-game is an early development project focused on a hexagonal tile-based resource management game. The game explores strategy through tile placements, resource collection, and exploration within a hex grid map. It aims to offer approachable gameplay for users who enjoy puzzle and strategy games wrapped in a calm and thoughtful environment.
This repository is for experimental game mechanics, so expect updates and changes over time. The current version offers a basic playable setup ideal for trying out core features.
To run wip-hex-tile-game on your Windows computer, you need:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or higher (64-bit preferred)
- Processor: Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3, or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum
- Storage: At least 200 MB of free disk space
- Graphics: Any basic GPU that supports DirectX 11
- Other: Internet connection to download the game files
The game runs locally and requires no constant internet access after installation.
Follow these steps to download, install, and play wip-hex-tile-game on your Windows PC.
Click the large button below to open the GitHub repository where you will get the latest version of the game.
Once on the page, look for the section labeled Releases or Assets. This is where you find the executable (.exe) file.
In the Releases area, find the latest version of the game. There should be a file named something like wip-hex-tile-game-setup.exe or similar.
Click on the file name or the download link to save it to your computer.
Locate the downloaded file in your Downloads folder or wherever your browser saves files.
Double-click the .exe file to start the installation.
You may see a window asking for permissions. Click Yes or Allow to proceed.
The installer will open a setup wizard.
- Choose the destination folder or accept the default.
- Click Next or Install to continue.
Wait for the installation to complete. This may take a few minutes.
After installation finishes, you’ll see an option to run the game immediately. You can also find the game shortcut on your desktop or in the Start menu under “wip-hex-tile-game”.
Double-click the icon to open the game.
- The game board appears as a hex grid made up of tiles.
- Each tile contains resources to collect or strategic spots to explore.
- Use the mouse to click on tiles and perform actions like gathering resources or swapping tiles.
- Manage your resources carefully to expand your territory and achieve goals shown at the top of the screen.
The in-game tutorial will guide you step-by-step through the basics when you start playing for the first time.
- Left Click: Select or interact with a tile
- Right Click: Open tile options menu
- Arrow Keys / WASD: Move camera view across the map
- Mouse Wheel: Zoom in and out
In the main menu, access options for:
- Volume controls for music and sound effects
- Graphics quality settings to optimize performance
- Screen mode (fullscreen or windowed)
Make adjustments as needed and press Apply to save your changes.
If the game does not start or crashes:
- Make sure your Windows system is up to date with the latest updates.
- Check you have the required hardware and system specs above.
- Try running the game as an administrator (right-click the game icon, then select Run as administrator).
- Confirm that your graphics drivers are current. Visit your GPU maker’s site for the latest drivers.
- If the game still fails, delete the game folder and reinstall following the steps above.
For missing or corrupted files, redownloading the installation file usually fixes the issue.
- bin/ - Main game executable and related files
- assets/ - Graphics, sounds, and map data used by the game
- config/ - User settings and preferences files
- logs/ - Stored error and game logs for troubleshooting
You do not normally need to change any files manually.
To get the latest updates:
- Return to the wip-hex-tile-game GitHub page.
- Download the newest installation file as shown in the Getting Started section.
- Run the new installer — it will update your existing installation without losing progress.
Can I play wip-hex-tile-game offline?
Yes, you do not need internet after downloading and installing.
Does the game support multiple players?
Currently, the game is single-player only.
What if I encounter bugs or errors?
Report issues on the GitHub Issues tab of the repository with details on what happened.
Can I uninstall the game?
Use the standard Windows “Add or Remove Programs” feature or delete the game folder directly.
For questions or support, use the GitHub repository issues page. The developer monitors this channel regularly. Include as much detail as possible about your environment, problem, and version of the game.