Minesweeper
Clear the field without touching a mine — the numbers tell you where they hide. Every number counts the mines around it. Read them carefully, flag what you find, and open every safe square before the clock runs away from you.
How to play Minesweeper
Learn it in seconds. Here's the whole game in four steps.
Click to open
Your first click is always safe and opens an area of the board.
Read the numbers
A number shows how many of the 8 squares around it hide a mine.
Flag the mines
Right-click, long-press or switch to flag mode to mark a mine.
Clear the field
Open every safe square to win — then chase a faster time.
Why players love Minesweeper
Simple to pick up, easy to love.
Three classic sizes
Beginner 9×9, Intermediate 16×16 and Expert 16×30.
Safe first click
No first-move losses — the board is laid after you start.
Chording
Tap a finished number to open all its neighbours at once.
Hints
Stuck? A hint shows a square that logic proves is safe.
Touch friendly
Long-press or flag mode on phones; Expert turns to fit.
Best times
Your fastest clear on each size, and leaderboard points.
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