How to play
To win a round of Mine Sweeper, you must click on the board every square that doesn’t have a mine under it. If you click the spot with no mines, you can see a number on the spot instead. It’s the hint of how many mines are around the spot. The game is a puzzle of skill and luck with simple rules, and the developer says it is the return of the most popular game in the world.
Controls explained
Click squares on the board to reveal what is under each one. A number tells you how many mines are around that spot. Clear every safe square to win the round. The game uses simple rules, so you can start clicking right away.
Tips
- Start by clicking squares and reading the numbers you reveal. A number tells you how many mines are around that spot, so use it to judge which nearby squares are safe.
- If a number is small, check the squares around it carefully. The number counts mines in the surrounding spots, so a low number means fewer mines are nearby.
- Keep track of the numbers you have seen. They are your only hints about where mines are.
- Clear safe squares in groups when you can. Winning means clicking every square that doesn’t have a mine.
- Take your time. The game is a puzzle of skill and luck, and simple rules make it easy to learn.
FAQ
What do the numbers mean? A number on a spot tells you how many mines are around that spot. Use it as a hint to decide which squares to click next.
How do I win a round? You win by clicking every square on the board that doesn’t have a mine under it. If you click a square with no mines, you see a number instead.
Is the game free to play? Yes, Mine Sweeper runs free in your browser on GameJoy. It is a puzzle game with simple rules.
