What is HexGL?
HexGL is a fast anti-gravity racing game that runs entirely in a web browser. You pilot a sleek ship around a futuristic track, and its look and speed are a direct tribute to the Wipeout and F-Zero series.
It was built by Thibaut Despoulain using HTML5, JavaScript, WebGL and the three.js library, at a time when 3D racing in a browser was a surprise. It still works today, and its source code is available on GitHub. The online ladder has closed, so you are now racing against your own best time.
Main Features
- 3D futuristic racing in the browser
- Casual and hard difficulties
- A closed hall of fame of past top times
- Graphics built with WebGL and three.js
- Source code on GitHub
- Nothing to install
How to Get Started with HexGL
- Open hexgl.bkcore.com in a desktop browser.
- Press Play.
- Pick your controls and difficulty.
- Race the track and try to beat your own time.
HexGL Pricing
HexGL is free to play, and there is no paid version.
Who Should Use It?
- Fans of Wipeout and F-Zero
- Anyone looking for a quick arcade racer
- Web developers curious about WebGL
- People who like old web experiments
HexGL Alternatives
- Slow Roads is a relaxing endless driving game in your browser.
- Krunker is a fast browser first person shooter.
- Poki is a large collection of free browser games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HexGL free?
Yes. It is free to play in your browser and has no paid version.
Who made HexGL?
It was created by Thibaut Despoulain, also known as BKcore.
Do I need to install HexGL?
No. It runs in a browser using WebGL.
Is HexGL open source?
The site says its source code is available on GitHub.