Hextris Game Online
Hextris is free and open source (GPL-3.0). Original project: github.com/Hextris/Hextris.git
How to Play Hextris
Getting started with Hextris takes seconds. Click inside the game frame to give it keyboard focus, then use the arrow keys (or WASD) to move and the mouse or spacebar to act — exact controls are shown inside the game. Think first, click second. Clean puzzle mechanics with no time pressure. If the game saves progress, it is stored locally in your own browser, so you can close the tab and pick up where you left off. Press the fullscreen button for the big-screen experience.
Why Play Hextris?
Zero friction is the biggest one: Hextris runs right here in your browser — no download, no installer, no account, and nothing to pay. Because it is an open-source game (GPL-3.0), you get an authentic experience with no ads inside the game, no energy timers, and no upsells. It loads in seconds on any modern device, works alongside other tabs without eating your disk, and you can play it at home, at school or on the go as long as you have a browser.
Key Features of Hextris
- Instant play — the whole game streams into your browser tab in seconds.
- Completely free — open-source (GPL-3.0), with no payments or locked features.
- Think first, click second. Clean puzzle mechanics with no time pressure.
- Runs anywhere — Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari on desktop and mobile.
- Local saves — your progress stays in your own browser's storage.
- Full screen ready — one click switches to an immersive fullscreen view.
How Hextris Works
Hextris is built with web technologies and delivered through this page in an embedded frame. When you press play, your browser downloads the game's code and assets — a few kilobytes to a few megabytes — and runs them locally at full speed. All the processing happens on your own device: input goes straight from your keyboard and mouse to the game, and rendering happens on your GPU. That is why browser games like Hextris start instantly and feel just as responsive as downloaded ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hextris free to play?
Yes. Hextris is completely free on WASM Arcade — no payment, no account and no download required. It is an open-source game released under the GPL-3.0 license.
Do I need to download or install Hextris?
No. The game runs entirely in your browser tab. Click play and you are in — there is nothing to install.
Can I play Hextris on mobile?
Yes, in most cases. The game runs in any modern mobile browser, though some games play best with a keyboard. If the game supports touch controls, they will appear automatically on your screen.
Where is my progress saved?
In your own browser's local storage, on your device. Nothing is uploaded to a server. Clearing your browser data for this site will erase your Hextris saves, so keep that in mind.