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product_id: 705279930
title: "Hex Effects by Pillbox Games | A Fast-Paced Card Game with Potions and disasters | Ages 10+ | 2-8 Players | 10-30 Minute Playing Time | Easy-to-Learn Gameplay for Friends, Families & Game Nights"
brand: "pillbox games"
price: "¥7644"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Pillbox Games"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/705279930-hex-effects-by-pillbox-games-a-fast-paced-card-game
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
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# Original Pillbox Games artwork Fast-paced 2-action turns Strategic 'take that' card mechanics Hex Effects by Pillbox Games | A Fast-Paced Card Game with Potions and disasters | Ages 10+ | 2-8 Players | 10-30 Minute Playing Time | Easy-to-Learn Gameplay for Friends, Families & Game Nights

**Brand:** pillbox games
**Price:** ¥7644
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ♠️ Outsmart, Outplay, Out-Hex! Your next game night obsession awaits.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hex Effects by Pillbox Games | A Fast-Paced Card Game with Potions and disasters | Ages 10+ | 2-8 Players | 10-30 Minute Playing Time | Easy-to-Learn Gameplay for Friends, Families & Game Nights by pillbox games
- **How much does it cost?** ¥7644 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- pillbox games enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Visually Striking:** Bold, original artwork by Pillbox Games that brings every card to life.
- • **Risk-Reward Strategy:** Use Remedy cards to cure Hexes but beware side effects that opponents exploit.
- • **Lightning-Fast Gameplay:** Draw 2 cards and take 2 actions each turn for nonstop strategic fun.
- • **Ready to Play Out of the Box:** Includes everything needed for instant game nights, travel, or gifting.
- • **Easy to Learn, Hard to Master:** Perfect for casual gamers and strategy enthusiasts alike.

## Overview

Hex Effects is a fast-paced, strategic 'take that' card game where players race to cure Hexes in their Shadow using Remedy cards that come with risky side effects. Featuring original artwork by Pillbox Games and easy-to-learn rules, it offers engaging gameplay for families, casual players, and strategy fans. The game includes all components needed to start playing immediately, making it ideal for game nights, travel, and gifting.

## Description

Hex Effects is a dynamic “take that” card game of strategic sabotage, clever timing, and quick decision-making. Inspired by the mechanics of Side Effects and featuring all-new artwork from Pillbox Games, this fast and engaging tabletop experience challenges players to clear the Hexes displayed in front of them, known as their Shadow. Each game begins by dealing four face-up Hex cards to every player, setting the stage for a tense race to recovery. The remaining Hexes are shuffled into the deck, and each player starts with four concealed cards in hand. On every turn, players draw two cards and select two actions, with the primary goal of treating their Hexes using Remedy cards. But every Remedy comes with a twist: each one cures a specific Hex while exposing the player to new potential side effects—additional Hexes that opponents may exploit. This creates a constantly shifting battlefield of cures, counter-moves, and strategic opportunities. With easy-to-learn rules and rich player interaction, Hex Effects delivers exciting gameplay for families, casual gamers, and competitive groups alike. Its striking original visuals, interactive card mechanics, and clever balance of risk and reward make it a standout choice for game nights, travel, and gifting. Be the first to clear every Hex in your Shadow and you win—but only if you can outsmart your opponents before they strike back. Perfect for fans of strategic card games looking for something fresh, fast, and fun.

Review: Fun and great quality! - A simple, yet fun game that is good for friends and family. It's a great filler game or also for when you don't have a lot of time and just need to scratch that gaming itch! The production value of the box and cards is excellent. The cards feel and look like they have a linen finish.
Review: Fantastic game - Simple game but fun! We play it at least once every game night, weekly. Wish there were an expansion for it. Great quality construction, easy instructions, nice artwork and theme.

## Features

- Experience a fast-paced “take that” card game where players manage Hexes in their Shadow and compete to be the first to treat all of them using clever strategy and timing.
- Use powerful Remedy cards to cure your Hexes—while navigating risky side effects that make you vulnerable to new Hexes from your opponents.
- Features unique, original artwork by Pillbox Games, bringing the world of Hexes, Remedies, and clever sabotage to life with bold, eye-catching visuals.
- Easy-to-learn rules make Hex Effects perfect for casual gamers, families, and party groups, yet with enough depth to thrill experienced strategy fans.
- Includes Hex cards, Remedy cards, and everything needed to start playing immediately—ideal for game nights, travel, gifts, and fans of Side Effects-style mechanics.

## Images

![Hex Effects by Pillbox Games | A Fast-Paced Card Game with Potions and disasters | Ages 10+ | 2-8 Players | 10-30 Minute Playing Time | Easy-to-Learn Gameplay for Friends, Families & Game Nights - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91qB6iPsqQL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun and great quality!
*by A***R on November 17, 2025*

A simple, yet fun game that is good for friends and family. It's a great filler game or also for when you don't have a lot of time and just need to scratch that gaming itch! The production value of the box and cards is excellent. The cards feel and look like they have a linen finish.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic game
*by L***D on November 1, 2025*

Simple game but fun! We play it at least once every game night, weekly. Wish there were an expansion for it. Great quality construction, easy instructions, nice artwork and theme.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy it
*by A***A on October 13, 2025*

This game is super quick, easy to learn and astronomically fun with friends, who have a good sense of humor. I love the design and the card material. If you really wanted too, you can mix Hex effects and side effects together to make a fun combination.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-01*