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Hexcavator

⛏️ A fresh take on Minesweeper with hexagonal grids and treasure hunting! Clear tiles, collect resources, and unlock a huge collection of themes and flags. Soothing sounds and atmospheric visuals make every session a delight. Of course, featuring a classic mode available for purists! 💎

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Jolly Dumpling
Publisher
Jolly Dumpling
Release
June 16, 2025
1 year and 47 days ago
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About the Game

Hexcavator is a charming, 3D, reimagining of Minesweeper, with hexagonal grids, upgrades, rich cosmetics, and a focus on feeling comfy.

💣CORE GAMEPLAY💣

  • Puzzle solving on a colourful 3D hex grid

  • Clear tiles, dodge mines, and collect iron, gold, and rare crystals for money

  • Use your money to unlock cool new cosmetics!

🚩PROGRESSION🚩

  • Simple upgrades to make gameplay more accessible

  • Achievements for completionists

💣CUSTOMIZATION💣

  • Unlock a wide variety of visual themes

  • Collect unique flags

  • Spend your hard-earned resources on personalizing the look of the world

🚩Atmosphere🚩

  • Soft, playful art style with low-poly charm

  • Soothing background sounds

💣"I just want classic Minesweeper..."💣

No problem! Classic Mode turns off all upgrades for pure, traditional gameplay.

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