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[[Hex]] is a [[connection game]] invented in the 1940s and popularised in recent years on game sites on the web. With simple [[Rules_(Hex)|rules]] and much inherent [[strategy]], it makes for a game which an increasing audience finds interesting and stimulating.
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[[Image:Hexposition02.jpg|thumb|250px|A Hex game]]
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Welcome to HexWiki, the comprehensive resource dedicated to the board game of [[Hex]].
Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:
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* a description of the [[rules]] 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.
* some [[History of Hex|historic]] background
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* a strategy guide consisting of 3 levels: [[Basic (strategy guide)|basic]], [[Intermediate (strategy guide)|intermediate]], and [[Advanced (strategy guide)|advanced]]
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* the [[strategy]] page has links to specific strategy topics
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* a list of [[Special:Allpages|all articles]]
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* information on [[computer Hex]]
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Depending on your interest, some good pages to start exploring this site are:
* information on [[online playing]]
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* ideas for [[physical hex sets]]
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* information on [[Tournaments]]
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* some [[variants using the same equipment]]
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* An overview of the basic [[rules]] of Hex.
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* A look at the [[History of Hex|historical background]] of the game.
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* The [[strategy roadmap]], which lists skills in the approximate order in which players should learn them.
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* The [[strategy]] page, which includes further links to specific topics on Hex strategy.
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* Practice your skills by solving some challenging [[Puzzles|puzzles]].
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* Study [[Commented games|commented games]] to learn from experienced players.
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* Information on [[computer Hex|computer-based versions]] of the game.
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* Information on where to play Hex, including [[online playing|online options]] and [[Hex clubs|local clubs]].
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* Information on [[tournaments]] and competitions for Hex players.
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* Information on [[physical hex sets|making your own physical Hex set]].
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* Information on [[variants using the same equipment|variations of the game]].
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* Tips for [[typesetting Hex|typesetting Hex diagrams and boards]].
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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.
  
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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.

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February 9, 2026: We have fixed two problems that have affected the site lately. Firstly, the server was undergoing a DDoS attack. We improved the site configuration and have managed to block the requests that were rendering the site inaccessible. Secondly, the site's email configuration broke at some point, which caused new account requests to fail. Both of these problems have been resolved. If you tried to sign up for an account recently and it failed, please try again now. If you encounter any more problems, please let us know.

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.