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John Wick Hex

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John Wick Hex

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Nintendo Switch · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One · PC · macOS

Bithell Games · 2019

Ludograph rating

C

Mixed

52 /100

John Wick Hex is a strategy game where players develop problem solving and spatial awareness, but contains mature violence and language.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 35 · R 2
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

35

Risk (RIS)

2

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.56
B2Social-emotional
0.00
B3Motor
0.35

John Wick Hex is a strategy game that significantly develops cognitive skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical decision-making. Players must carefully plan each move, considering immediate costs and long-term consequences, fostering a deep understanding of tactical gameplay.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.03
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The primary risks in John Wick Hex stem from its mature content, including frequent violence, strong language, and some substance references, consistent with the John Wick film franchise. There are no significant risks related to compulsion-loop design, monetization, or social interaction due to its single-player, one-time purchase nature.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.67
R4.4Substance References
0.33
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.00

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is John Wick Hex safe for kids?

Ludograph gives John Wick Hex a rating of 52/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It delivers genuine benefits but carries design risks that deserve a close look.

What age is John Wick Hex appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for John Wick Hex, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play John Wick Hex?

We don't publish a daily session budget for John Wick Hex: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of John Wick Hex?

The primary risks in John Wick Hex stem from its mature content, including frequent violence, strong language, and some substance references, consistent with the John Wick film franchise. There are no significant risks related to compulsion-loop design, monetization, or social interaction due to its single-player, one-time purchase nature.