Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes

Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes

Released Dec 2017

Build an army and lead your heroes into battle in an epic fantasy strategy game. Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes is a turn-based strategy game that will put you right in the middle of war between Humans, Orcs, Goblins, Elves, Dwarves and the undead.

77% positive · 313 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes launched on December 22, 2017 and received a series of major content updates throughout 2018. The developer shipped four substantial campaign expansions: the Elf campaign in Update 3.4 (February 9, 2018), the first chapter of the Greenskins campaign in Update 4.0 (June 20, 2018), the conclusion of the Greenskins campaign in Update 4.2 (August 2, 2018), and the complete Dwarven campaign in Update 4.4 (December 8, 2018). That final update was explicitly described as "the biggest and most anticipated update," delivering the game's fourth and final campaign chapter along with a new multiplayer mode. The store description aligns with this, describing four complete campaigns as the game's content — Human, Elf, Orcs & Goblins, and Dwarven — all of which have now shipped. After December 2018, developer activity dropped sharply. The only post-2018 communication on record is a Unity security patch (version 5.2.4) released on October 14, 2025 — a routine engine maintenance update with no new content. There are no announcements of future campaigns, expansions, or updates. The sole DLC listed (an official game guide released January 24, 2018) has been released. No unreleased content is listed anywhere on the store. The pattern is consistent with a game that completed its planned content arc in December 2018 and has since only received occasional maintenance.
Evidence
Update 4.4 described as 'the biggest and most anticipated update,' delivering the complete Dwarven campaign — the fourth and final campaign — along with a new multiplayer mode and premium unit.
news post · Dec 8, 2018 source development ending
high
The only DLC listed is an official game guide released January 24, 2018. No unreleased DLC exists on the store.
dlc listing · Jan 24, 2018 source content shipped
medium

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Home Net Games
Achievements
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Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP

About this game

Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes is a turn-based strategy game that will put you right in the middle of war between Humans, Orcs, Goblins, Elves, Dwarves and the undead.
Build a mighty army and lead your troops into victory using the unique skills of your heroes and units. Make use of terrain covers and buildings to boost your statistics and outwit your enemies in single-player, skirmish and multiplayer PvP modes.
Take part in four exciting campaigns, control heroes with unique combat abilities, protect your people and encounter powerful enemies. Command units such as; Infantry, Cavalry, Mages, powerful siege machines, Elven archers, Dwarven riflemen, and many, many more.
In the Human campaign you assume the role of Percival Kent, an experienced paladin who has been sent by the Emperor to investigate reports of Goblin activity in a Human settlement. The kingdom is at the brink of war… Who wants it to break out? What kind of alliance will you have to forge to face the inevitable invasion of the green-skinned foes?
The Elven campaign introduces Arcaena, leader of the Elven archers. While you are trying to find Sylvius – a wise druid who can tame the forces of nature, you’ll face a powerful goblin mage and his allies.
In the Orcs and Goblins campaign you can even control a mighty dragon and his sneaky goblin friend Vulpis who can trick his enemies and perform a deadly strikes. While trying to find the source of unnatural floods that forced your people to find a new home, you’ll meet a third playable hero – a powerful Orc warrior.
The final chapter takes you to the Dwarven kingdom, where you have to face new enemies that you haven’t encountered before. With three new playable heroes and their unique abilities, you’ll jump into the middle of epic battles to stop the evil forces from spreading across the world.
To gain a tactical advantage you must resort to magic, which goes way beyond deploying specialized mage units. Your heroes are trained to use scrolls, which can turn the tide of battle in the blink of an eye. Summon the undead or powerful golems, lead your opponents into a rain of fire or a toxic cloud, and awaken their rage.
In each of the campaigns you have a castle at your disposal. You can expand it according to your preferred fighting style. Upgrade your heroes and your favorite units, and improve teleports to gain an edge on the battlefield.
In addition to single-player mode, you can test your skills in the challenging PvP multiplayer, which features classic Battle or Capture the Flag and an exciting Royale Mode.

ACCESSIBLE AND COMPLEX STRATEGY GAME
  • A turn-based strategy game with simple and clear rules and a tactical depth, thanks to which you can adjust the gameplay style to your individual preferences.
  • Complete four captivating single-player campaigns with unique heroes, units, and enemies.
  • Use the special skills of your heroes and units to gain an edge on the battlefield.
  • Expand your castle, upgrade your army and recruit specialized units.
  • Each of the available races have well-balanced units and features, ensuring a unique strategy and making the battles more exciting and varied.
  • PvP multiplayer with three modes – Battle, Capture the Flag and Royale.
  • A single-player skirmish mode featuring the heroes of each campaign.
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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