The Best Hive Expansions 2026

Hive expansions bring new insects and strategies to this beloved abstract game. These additions offer fresh tactical possibilities and gameplay variety.

This list was last updated on June 10, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Hive: The Ladybug

    The ladybug was first introduced in the iPhone version of Hive in 2010. It moves three spaces: two on top of the hive and one below. It cannot move around the outside of the hive and must end its movement on a space that isn't occupied by another piece. This expansion includes two ladybug tokens, one for each player, to be used alongside the base game's pieces.

    More details for Hive: The Ladybug
    • 👥 2 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  2. Hive: The Mosquito

    Hive: The Mosquito adds a new layer of strategic depth to the already engaging game of Hive, a tile-based game where players duel to surround their opponent's queen bee while avoiding the entrapment of their own. The introduction of the mosquito pieces, which adapt the abilities of the pieces they touch, introduces a dynamic element of versatility and unpredictability.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Hive: The Mosquito
    • 👥 2 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 9+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn

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