Last updated on January 27th, 2026 at 03:17 am
Hive® Game – Board Game Review
Hive® Game is a Board/Strategy/Entertainment game from GiantStep Kft., first launched in 26th January 2026.
It’s rated 4+ and currently has 0+ ratings on the App Store.
What Makes Hive® Game Stand Out
"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. An illustrated rulebook and Undo feature allow you to learn, experiment, and improve without pressure.
ELEGANT INTERFACE
A sleek, modern design paired with responsive, touch-optimized controls ensures a smooth and immersive experience. Subtle animations and haptic feedback bring the hive to life.
CUSTOMIZABLE GAMEPLAY
Choose your preferred board orientation — flat-top or pointy-top hexagons — for maximum comfort.
UNIVERSAL PURCHASE
Unlock the Elite Edition once and enjoy it on your iPhone and iPad today. It will also be available on your Mac as soon as the macOS version is released.
The Hive is humming. The army is ready. Are you?
Help us sharpen RustyBlade™ by sharing your feedback at:
https://hivegameapp.com
This Board game offers engaging gameplay and regular updates for mobile players.
Player Feedback
Recent Updates & Development
Latest Update: 26th January 2026
Recent improvements include:
Final polishes for the launch.
Download & Availability
Hive® Game is available through the official App Store for iOS devices.
Requirements: Requires iPhone 5s / iPad Air / iPad Air (Cellular) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina, Cellular) / iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPad Air 2 / iPad Air 2 (Cellular) / iPad Mini 3 or later.
Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices.
Player Experience Highlights
App Details
- Version: 1.0.1
- Size: 17.97 MB
- iOS: 15.6 or later
- Languages: NL, EN, FR, DE, HU, IT, PL, PT, ES
- Content Advisory:
- Developer: GiantStep Kft.
Last updated: 26th January 2026 | Genre: Board, Strategy | Developer: GiantStep Kft.