# Classic Minesweeper :)

> Classic mine-clearing puzzle game with online leaderboards and customizable options. (iPhone/iPad app by Chaohsien Lee.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-minesweeper/id479504556 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chaohsien Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/438073768)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 344 App Store ratings · 204 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 111 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China), Japanese
- Released: 2011-12-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-minesweeper/id479504556/reviews.md

## What is Classic Minesweeper?

Minesweeper :) is Minesweeper + Score System, Played, and Online Leaderboards. Discover the next evolution of Minesweeper with amazing graphics, animations, and ease of use. This is a Minesweeper like one you have never experienced before.

    A smart Score system, wherein your score is based on the value of each number and found mines multiplied by a multiplier that decreases in time.

    Online Leaderboards count Time, Played and Score for each difficulties.

【 Feature 】 
⊲ 3 Classic and 1 Custom difficulties. 
⊲ 11 appearances include classic style. 
⊲ Fully configurable, board size & number of mines. 
⊲ Support Facebook, Twitter, SinaWeibo and GooglePlus. 
⊲ Support both Portrait and Landscape mode. 
⊲ Support Game Center, 18 Leaderboards and 45 Achievements. 
⊲ Support iOS6 and iPhone5 device 
⊲ Support Retina High resolution display. 

【 Control 】 
Normal mode: 
⊲ Tap on a closed tile to open it. 
⊲ Tap and hold on a closed tile to flag it. 
⊲ Tap and hold on a flagged tile to put question mark on it. 
⊲ Tap and hold on a question mark tile to clear it. 

Quick Flagging mode: 
⊲ Tap and hold on a closed tile to open it. 
⊲ Tap on a closed tile to flag it. 
⊲ Tap on a flagged tile to put question mark on it. 
⊲ Tap on a question mark tile to clear it. 

Quick switch: 
▻ Tap on an open-empty tile to switch control between Normal and Quick Flagging mode

Quick open: 
▻ Tap on an open-numbered square next to that enough flagged tile to clear the rest.

Any reviews and ratings are all appreciated, your comments are making this Minesweeper app become better!!

## Key features

- Online leaderboards
- Smart score system
- Customizable difficulty
- Multiple appearances
- Quick flagging mode
- Game Center integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version + 3 Appearances | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Classic Minesweeper?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🕰️ Classic minesweeper experience

**Cons**

- 🔍 Difficulty distinguishing board edges
- 🔧 Inconsistent flag/tap registration
- 💤 Occasional crashes and freezes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incorrect number indicators on the board
- Inconsistent behavior when flagging mines

**Most requested features**

- Customizable themes and color schemes
- Replay option to revisit past games
- Integrated leaderboards and progress tracking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 204)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-minesweeper/id479504556/reviews.md

### 3/5 — my review

*2026-07-18, version 15.26.1*

too many ads pretty much 99% ads and 0.005% mine sweeping. when i marked it CLEARLY as a mine it said i clicked it. less ada bro

### 1/5 — Too sensitive

*2026-05-28, version 15.26.1*

I hate this game.  I go to put a bomb but it won’t take it - my finger has to be exactly center on the number and push hard or it bombs on me.  You can barely touch a block unknowingly and it bombs.  I know something is a bomb - try to make it a bomb and before I can - if I don’t touch it just right - it bombs and my game is over.  About to give up on this game.  And if it bombs - you can’t immediately start a new game - have to do an ad.  I just delete the game to start over.  It’s extremely frustrating - I would love the game but can’t

### 5/5 — Timeless

*2026-03-14, version 15.26.1*

Games come and go but minesweeper is timeless.
I would say 60 % is skills the rest is luck. If y may update my review after a few more years of playing Minesweeper I now estimate to be 85% skills as it is possible to test the end game equally possible answers 
This particular version is well written and maintained, advertising is discreet and short lived.
I thoroughly recommend this app.
Thank you developers, nice job.
Minkata

### 5/5 — Fun and Addicting

*2024-03-09, version 5.17.1*

This game is fun & just like the ones I played on my computer for years. I like the games that are still simple, the same as when growing up. I don’t enjoy the modern changes of the older games.

### 2/5 — Mehr Werbung seit dem letzten Update

*2024-01-15*

Ich habe das Spiel noch mal gelöscht und neu installiert und eingestellt. Ich hoffe, ich habe damit die Werbeunterbrechungen wieder im Griff.

### 2/5 — Fun game but…

*2024-01-05, version 5.16.1*

The ads just keep getting longer and longer, so I’ll try something else.

### 4/5 — Great challenging game

*2023-05-22, version 5.16.1*

Love it

### 5/5 — Great game

*2023-03-12, version 5.16.1*

Been playing this game for years.  Really enjoy it … not an easy win and makes you think strategically.  Not sure why I haven’t written a review before, but is my go to game.

### 5/5 — Bom

*2023-02-24*

Gosto de jogar , funciona direitinho e as imagens são show de bola.

### 5/5 — Very very very Good!!!

*2022-10-10*

👍

## Frequently asked questions about Classic Minesweeper

### What is Classic Minesweeper :)?

Classic Minesweeper :) is a modern version of the classic mine-clearing puzzle game. It features enhanced graphics, animations, and a score system that includes online leaderboards for global competition. The game offers various difficulty levels and customization options for the board and mine count.

### How does the scoring system work?

The score is calculated based on the value of each revealed number and the number of found mines, multiplied by a factor that decreases over time. This dynamic scoring encourages quick and accurate gameplay.

### What are the different difficulty levels?

The app offers three classic difficulty levels and one custom difficulty option. You can fully configure the board size and the number of mines to create a personalized challenge.

### Is this app free to play?

Yes, the app is free to download and play. It does include in-app purchases and advertisements, which can be removed or enhanced through purchases.

### What platforms is Classic Minesweeper :) available on?

The app supports iOS devices, including compatibility with iOS 6 and iPhone 5. It also supports Retina High resolution displays for a crisp visual experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 15.26.1 — 2026-03-06

- Adapted latest iOS changes.
- Enhanced display performance.

### 5.18.1 — 2024-10-30

- Adapted latest iOS changes

### 5.17.1 — 2024-01-09

- fix minor bugs
- adapt latest iOS changes

### 5.16.1 — 2023-02-12

- Adapted latest iOS changes.
- Minor UI placement changes.

### 5.4 — 2020-11-06

- Adapted latest iOS changes.
- Minor UI placement changes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-18.*