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Hive® Game

Official Digital Edition
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220 Ratings
4.4
★★★★
Age Rating
4+
Years
Language
EN
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Size
12.6
MB

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Apple ID6747834729
Bundle IDcom.giantstep.HiveGame
SellerSeller
Min iOS15.6
Device familiesmac, iphone, ipad, ipod
Released2026-01-26
Copyright© GiantStep Kft.
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What’s New Version 1.3

Added hint system

Description

"What impresses me most about this Hive® app is how the AI plays with true strategic depth—enough to challenge even seasoned Hive veterans. The developers have captured the purity of the game beautifully: no clutter, no distractions, just clean design that lets the elegance of Hive shine through. A thoughtful, well-crafted adaptation." – John Yianni, creator of Hive® The award-winning tabletop classic Hive® is now in your pocket. Created with the blessing of the game’s designer, John Yianni, this app delivers a clean, focused, and beautifully polished digital Hive® experience. Hive® is a captivating strategy game often described as “nature’s chess.” There is no board — the game itself is built from the creatures you place. Your goal is simple: surround your opponent’s Queen Bee while keeping your own safe. Easy to learn, endlessly deep to master. OFFICIAL HIVE® EXPERIENCE Faithful to the vision of its original designer, this app captures the award-winning rules and timeless elegance of Hive® without compromise. THE COMPLETE HIVE® Play Hive® exactly as intended. Alongside the base game, all three official expansion pieces are included: Mosquito, Ladybug, and Pillbug. THE RUSTYBLADE™ AI Don’t settle for predictable opponents. RustyBlade™ is a bold, aggressive AI engine that plays with initiative and intent. It doesn’t aim for safe draws — it fights for victory. Expect intense, uncompromising strategic battles. PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS TOO New to Hive®? The fully adjustable difficulty lets RustyBlade™ become a patient training partner. Learn the ropes with a video tutorial by John Yianni (the creator of Hive), while the illustrated rulebook and Undo feature allow you to learn, experiment, and improve without pressure. ELEGANT & FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE A sleek design that adapts to your style. Choose your preferred board orientation (flat or pointy-top), select custom colors, and adjust wood grain intensity. Responsive controls, subtle animations, and haptic feedback ensure a smooth, immersive experience that brings the hive to life. UNIVERSAL PURCHASE Unlock the Elite Edition once and enjoy it on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. ELITE EDITION: - Full access to all official expansions: Mosquito, Ladybug, and Pillbug. - Test your skills against advanced RustyBlade™ AI difficulty levels. - Personalize your experience with premium backgrounds and visual settings. - Detailed player statistics. - Game Center support (friend-invite matches only). - Local network play over the same Wi-Fi network. - Family Sharing: Share the Elite experience with your family at no extra cost. The Hive is humming. The army is ready. Are you? Official Website: https://hivegameapp.com

In-App Purchases US pricing

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Elite Edition$9.99

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Version history 11 versions

Build 886633110v1.32026-06-07 17:05:13
Added hint system
Build 885665070v1.22026-05-25 00:08:05
Easier AI at beginner level.
Build 884152764v1.0.82026-04-13 22:50:21
New iCloud-based statistics.
Build 883133133v1.0.72026-03-07 23:09:48
Detailed player statistics.
Build 882563255v1.0.62026-02-23 11:29:02
- Preparation for Universal Purchase on macOS. - New one-tap Game Center invites. Tap the notification and jump straight into your match — even if the app isn’t running.
Build 882276396v1.0.52026-02-14 00:20:36
- Completely redesigned main screen and navigation. - Game Center support for friends-only matches. - Local network play via WiFi. - Added a rematch button for quick play. - Significantly stronger Rustyblade AI at the Hornet level.
Build 882244407v1.0.42026-02-07 09:50:26
iCloud Sync: We’ve added iCloud support to sync your progress and active game sessions across all your devices.
Build 882042275v1.0.32026-02-03 01:24:31
- Beginner video tutorial by John Yianni. - Selectable board colors in settings. - Adjustable wood grain intensity.
Build 881886632v1.0.22026-01-27 19:39:04
- Random side selection for games against the AI. - Move sounds and volume control in settings. - New START button on the launch screen. - New button layout when starting a game. - Togglable labels under menu buttons.
Build 881631159v1.0.12026-01-21 13:03:44
Final polishes for the launch.
Build 875920862v1.02026-01-05 21:17:37
Elite Edition

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Change log 15 changes · US

releaseNotes updated
Added hint system
description updated
"What impresses me most about this Hive® app is how the AI plays with true strategic depth—enough to challenge even seasoned Hive veterans. The developers have
subtitle updated
Official Digital Edition
name updated
Hive® Game
Version 1.3 released
Added hint system
Version 1.2 released
Easier AI at beginner level.
Version 1.0.8 released
New iCloud-based statistics.
Version 1.0.7 released
Detailed player statistics.
Version 1.0.6 released
- Preparation for Universal Purchase on macOS. - New one-tap Game Center invites. Tap the notification and jump straight into your match — even if the app isn’t running.
Version 1.0.5 released
- Completely redesigned main screen and navigation. - Game Center support for friends-only matches. - Local network play via WiFi. - Added a rematch button for quick play. - Significantly stronger Rustyblade AI at the Hornet level.
Version 1.0.4 released
iCloud Sync: We’ve added iCloud support to sync your progress and active game sessions across all your devices.
Version 1.0.3 released
- Beginner video tutorial by John Yianni. - Selectable board colors in settings. - Adjustable wood grain intensity.
Version 1.0.2 released
- Random side selection for games against the AI. - Move sounds and volume control in settings. - New START button on the launch screen. - New button layout when starting a game. - Togglable labels under menu buttons.
Version 1.0.1 released
Final polishes for the launch.
Version 1.0 released
expanded screenshot