HexHunt
A daily geography game — find 7 spots on a hex map
HexHunt is a daily geography game where you're given seven locations per day and must find each one by tapping the hex on a world map where you think it lies. Your score depends on two things: how accurate your guess is and how precise (small) your chosen hex is — zooming in means smaller, higher-scoring hexes but a riskier guess. You get three guesses per location with feedback after each attempt, for a maximum of 200 points per location and 1,400 points per day.
Key Features
Seven locations every day
Each day presents a new set of seven locations (e.g., Angkor Wat, Cambodia) to hunt on the map.
Risk/reward hex sizing
Your zoom level sets your hex size and the points available — from Wide (80 pts) up to Expert (200 pts). Smaller hexes score more but are safer at larger sizes.
Three guesses with feedback
You get three guesses per location, with feedback after each: Found (inside your chosen hex), Hot (~1.5 hexes away or less), Warm (~1.5–3 hexes), Cool (~3–6 hexes), or Cold (6+ hexes).
Transparent scoring formula
Points combine hex size (80–200 pts), accuracy (100% inside ~1.5 hexes, 60% at ~3 hexes, 30% farther), and guess number (1st guess 100%, 2nd 80%, 3rd 60%).
Customizable map colors
Map colours can be changed via the menu (☰) then Settings, to suit your preferences.
OpenStreetMap-based map
The map is built on OpenStreetMap contributors data via Protomaps, with pan and pinch/scroll zoom controls.
How It Works
- 1
Read the location
Pan around the map to find where you think the named location is.
- 2
Zoom to set your hex size
Pinch or scroll to zoom — zoom in for smaller, higher-scoring hexes; zoom out for larger, safer ones.
- 3
Tap a hex, then submit
Choose your hex and submit; you get three guesses per location with feedback after each one.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Skill expression through a genuine risk/reward mechanic — hex size sets both risk and reward
- Clear, published scoring formula so players can optimize strategy
- Graded feedback (Found/Hot/Warm/Cool/Cold) makes each of the three guesses informative
- Accessible map with customizable colours for different visual needs
- Generous free-to-play structure: seven locations and up to 1,400 points per day
Cons
- Marked as BETA, so features and behaviour may still change
- Only one set of seven locations per day — no apparent practice or endless mode mentioned
- Scoring depends on map-reading skill; newcomers to world geography may find Expert hexes punishing
- No mobile app mentioned — appears to be a web game
- No stated way to save streaks, compare scores, or share results on the page
Who It's For
Best for
- Fans of daily puzzle games like Worldle who want a new geography challenge
- Players who enjoy precision-based risk/reward mechanics rather than pure luck
- Casual sessions — a quick daily round of seven locations
Not ideal for
- Players looking for unlimited rounds or practice mode
- Those who want a production-stable experience — the game is explicitly labelled BETA
- Gamers who prefer narrative or multi-genre content over map-based puzzles
Use Cases
- Daily geography practice as part of a routine (like other daily puzzle games)
- Testing how precisely you can pinpoint world landmarks and places
- Risk/reward play by choosing tiny high-value hexes versus wide safe ones
FAQ
What is HexHunt?
HexHunt is a daily geography confidence game. You're given seven locations per day and must find each by tapping the hex on a world map where you think it is, scoring based on your accuracy and precision.
How many locations do you get per day?
Seven. Each location is worth up to 200 points, for a maximum of 1,400 points per day.
How does scoring work?
Your hex size sets the points available — 80 pts at Wide up to 200 pts at Expert. Accuracy multiplies that (100% if you're inside ~1.5 hexes, 60% at ~3 hexes, 30% farther out), and guess number applies another multiplier (1st guess 100%, 2nd 80%, 3rd 60%).
How many guesses do I get?
Three guesses per location, with feedback after each guess telling you whether you're Found, Hot (~1.5 hexes away or less), Warm (~1.5–3 hexes), Cool (~3–6 hexes), or Cold (6+ hexes).
Why would I choose a bigger hex?
Bigger hexes are safer — a wide hex covers more area, so an imprecise guess is more likely to land inside it — but they're worth fewer points. Smaller 'Expert' hexes are worth 200 pts but require a very precise guess.
Can I change the map's appearance?
Yes. Open the menu (☰), then Settings, to choose the map colours that work best for you.
Where does the map data come from?
The game uses OpenStreetMap contributors data, served via Protomaps.
Is HexHunt related to Worldle?
The site says HexHunt is 'Brought to you by Worldle', indicating a connection to the Worldle geography game.
