Free Hex Grid Games on Steam
Steam currently has 701 Hex Grid games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Hex Grid game rankings were last updated on 5/23/2025.
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1. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War holds the #1 spot for "best free Hex Grid game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,634 positive reviews and 2,678 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 7/12/2018 |
| Franchise | Proxy Studios |
| Developer | Proxy Studios |
| Publisher | Slitherine Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 489630 |
2. Order of Battle: World War II
Order of Battle: World War II is a breath of fresh air for all strategy fans. It is a game that takes wargaming to a new level by upgrading every single game element and rebooting the genre for a new generation of players.
Order of Battle: World War II has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,995 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,346 positive reviews and 649 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Order of Battle: World War II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/30/2015 |
| Developer | The Artistocrats |
| Publisher | Slitherine Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 312450 |
3. Battle for Wesnoth
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Battle for Wesnoth has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,335 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,022 positive reviews and 313 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Battle for Wesnoth on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/2/2018 |
| Developer | The Battle for Wesnoth Project |
| Publisher | Wesnoth Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 599390 |
4. Industry Idle
Industry Idle is an idle game that combines factory building, resource management and market trading. Design & build your base, expand & scale up your productions, improve & optimize your economy. Plus all the incremental game goodies: offline earnings, prestige to unlock more powerful upgrades.
Industry Idle has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,356 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,054 positive reviews and 302 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Industry Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/13/2024 |
| Franchise | Fish Pond Studio |
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| Publisher | Fish Pond Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1574000 |
5. hexceed
A relaxing, hexagon based, puzzle game. An exciting new twist on a classic game without the element of guesswork! Use your critical thinking and our stimulating game mechanics to progress through hundreds of levels!
hexceed has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,554 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,299 positive reviews and 255 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play hexceed on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/15/2021 |
| Developer | ToastieLabs |
| Publisher | ToastieLabs |
| Steam App Id | 1463920 |
6. Demise of Nations
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.
Demise of Nations has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 523 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 423 positive reviews and 100 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 8/8/2017 |
| Developer | Noble Master LLC |
| Publisher | Noble Master LLC |
| Steam App Id | 338810 |
7. Planet S
Planet S is a real-time strategy game where your goal is to colonize multiple planets in a solar system to advance your civilization, build a city and supply it to grow your faction.
Planet S has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,594 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,377 positive reviews and 217 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/28/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 1948430 |
8. Braveland Heroes
The famous Braveland series returns! Destroy your enemies in online duels and uncover the secret of the king's scepter in this new turn-based strategy game.
Braveland Heroes has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 458 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 249 positive reviews and 209 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Braveland Heroes on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/16/2019 |
| Franchise | Tortuga Team |
| Developer | Tortuga Team |
| Publisher | Tortuga Team |
| Steam App Id | 931650 |
9. Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius
As Captain Kayto Shields, embark on a galactic voyage of heroism and survival. With his home world destroyed and his nation conquered, the inexperienced Captain Shields, and his newly minted vessel, the Sunrider, are left as the only hope against a galactic evil intent on subjugating all sentient life.
Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,569 positive reviews and 211 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/9/2014 |
| Developer | Love in Space |
| Publisher | Sekai Project |
| Steam App Id | 313730 |
10. Shardbound: Forge Your Path, Master Your Strategy
Shardbound brings fast, fun, and tactical card strategy to the table! Build your deck, take control of the board, and face off in exciting battles that are as unpredictable as they are action-packed.
Shardbound: Forge Your Path, Master Your Strategy has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Hex Grid games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,332 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 964 positive reviews and 368 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Shardbound: Forge Your Path, Master Your Strategy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2017 |
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| Steam App Id | 586030 |
More Free Hex Grid Games
Explore even more rankings for the 68 best free Hex Grid games available on Steam.
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| 2,849 | 7/12/2018 | 80 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 187 | 4/30/2015 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 145 | 5/2/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 9/13/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45 | 1/15/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 8/8/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 10/28/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 9/16/2019 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 7/9/2014 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 4/6/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 3/13/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 9/15/2017 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 2/4/2014 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 3/16/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 10/6/2023 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 12/8/2017 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/4/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/8/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/9/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/6/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Order of Battle: World War II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Battle for Wesnoth on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Industry Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). hexceed on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 29). Demise of Nations on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 27). Planet S on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Braveland Heroes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Shardbound: Forge Your Path, Master Your Strategy on Steam. Steam Store.