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Minesweeper

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About Minesweeper

Minesweeper is the all-time classic logic puzzle. Hidden across a 9×9 grid are ten mines, and your task is to open every safe cell without ever clicking a mine. Each safe cell you open shows a number — that number tells you exactly how many mines touch it.

Minesweeper is pure deduction. There is no luck once the board opens up; every number is a clue, and by reading them together you can prove which cells are safe and which are deadly. Flag the mines you identify, clear the rest, and the board is yours. It is one of the most satisfying "aha!" puzzles ever designed.

— How to play

How to play Minesweeper

Click to open a cell
Right-click (or Shift+click) to flag
Clear all safe cells to win

— Controls

Minesweeper controls

Desktop (mouse & keyboard)

Minesweeper uses mouse click on desktop. The exact inputs for each action are listed in the "How to play" steps above.

Mobile (touchscreen)

On phone or tablet, Minesweeper responds to tap and swipe as the steps describe — no on-screen joystick needed. Works in most modern browsers on any recent phone.

— Compatibility

Devices & browsers

Runs on

Any modern browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) on Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, iOS or Android. No plugin or install is required.

Offline & PWA

Once loaded, gameplay does not require a constant internet connection. GameJadoo can also be installed as a Progressive Web App from your browser's menu for home-screen access.

— Strategy & tips

How to win

Start in the middle — it opens the biggest safe area.
A "1" touching exactly one unopened cell means that cell is a mine.
Use Flag mode to mark mines so you do not click them by accident.
Compare neighbouring numbers to deduce shared safe cells.
When truly stuck, choose the cell with the lowest mine odds.

— Game features

Why you'll love it

Classic 9×9, ten-mine logic puzzle
Flag mode for easy mobile play
Colour-coded number hints
Free to play, no sign-up

— Frequently asked questions

Minesweeper FAQ

How do you play Minesweeper?

Minesweeper is a puzzle game. To get started: Click to open a cell The complete step-by-step controls are listed under "How to play" above.

Is Minesweeper free to play?

Yes. Minesweeper is free to play on GameJadoo — no charges, no in-app purchases, no sign-up.

Do I need to download Minesweeper?

No. Minesweeper is an HTML5 browser game — it runs directly in your web browser without any download or plugin.

Can I play Minesweeper on a phone or Chromebook?

Yes. Minesweeper runs in any modern browser on phone, tablet, laptop or Chromebook.

— Strategy guides

Read our Minesweeper guides

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