# Minesweeper Q for iPad — The classic puzzle game

> Classic Minesweeper puzzle game with a fast, smooth iOS interface. (iPhone/iPad app by Spica.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-q-for-ipad/id431834711 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spica](https://appshunter.io/developer/376815594)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3,147 App Store ratings · 240 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2011-04-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-q-for-ipad/id431834711/reviews.md

## What is Minesweeper Q for iPad?

Classic Minesweeper game for iOS. 
Standard game rules with best, smoothest, very fast interface. 

We will keep our best to improve this game, since we are also devotees of minesweeper!
Please free feel to provide your suggestion or bug report by mail.


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Features 
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◆ Easy to control (Drag scroll, Quick change mode, Quick open…etc) 
◆ First tap luck 
◆ Optional sound assist 
◆ Highscore/Statistics data 
◆ Game center support 
◆ 8 appearance include classic style & shuffle
◆ 3 classic difficulty 
◆ Fully configurable, board size & number of mines. 
◆ Quick Overview
◆ Auto save 
◆ Fast launch time 
◆ Build in help & Video tutorial
◆ iOS4 multi-tasking support 
◆ Share with Twitter & Facebook 
◆ Retina High resolution support
◆ 3D Touch support

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How to control 
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Normal mode:
- Tap a square to clear it.
- Tap and hold to flagging.
- Tap a numbered square next to that many flags to clear the rest.(Quick open)
- Tap empty square to change control mode.(Quick change mode)

Quick Flagging mode:
- Tap a square to flagging.
- Tap and hold to clear square.
- Tap a numbered square next to that many flags to clear the rest.(Quick open)
- Tap empty square to change control mode.(Quick change mode)



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Support 
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Please follow us on twitter to get the latest news.
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/spicalibar
WebSite: http://sites.google.com/site/stargazing2spica/
Mail: stargazing.spica@gmail.com

## Key features

- Intuitive drag scroll and quick mode changes
- First tap luck feature
- Optional sound assist
- Highscore and statistics tracking
- 8 customizable appearances
- 3 classic difficulty levels
- Fully configurable board size and mine count

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Minesweeper Q for iPad?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Classic gameplay
- 🎨 Varied levels and backgrounds
- 🧠 Challenging and mentally stimulating
- ⏱️ Quick games
- 💻 Faithful to the original PC version

**Cons**

- 🔍 Occasional guesswork required
- 📺 Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔍 Inaccurate mine detection

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing
- Incorrect mine counts

**Most requested features**

- Undo function
- Larger custom game sizes
- Improved ad placement

## Recent user reviews (10 of 240)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-q-for-ipad/id431834711/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Avoid

*2026-03-06, version 1.46*

Full of intrusive adverts

### 5/5 — Most Excellent

*2026-03-05, version 1.46*

Fantastic game just as fun as the original and without the invasive data collecting.

### 4/5 — Not entirely compatible with iPadOS 26’s new windowing system

*2025-09-17, version 1.46*

Still a good game after all these years, but after updating my iPad to iPadOS 26, the app doesn’t behave as well as it should. In particular, the app no longer covers the full screen, even if you try to stretch it to do so. And when you want to exit the app, you can’t just flick it up and out of the way anymore; you now have to use the red or yellow button in the corner. I suspect they’ll never fix that, as the app hasn’t been updated in four years, but maybe I’ll be pleasantly surprised.

### 1/5 — Good gameplay, terrible ads

*2024-10-18*

I don’t mind ads to pay the developers. But I object to having it appear too often. Once per game if good. More than that is too much. If I put the game down for a few minutes with no activity, then when I come back, there is a video ad. It is so annoying that I leave the game entirely.

### 5/5 — Got to stay alert and not go too fast!

*2024-02-03, version 1.46*

Watch “mode” closely

### 4/5 — Really enjoyable

*2024-01-19, version 1.46*

Almost my favourite version of Minesweeper other than every game presents you with a section where the mine could be in either of the remaining squares, usually at the end. So you end the game on a guess rather than using skill.

### 3/5 — Classic game, okay levels

*2023-08-24, version 1.46*

At a certain point you end up having to guess between two squares where the mine is and both could be it because the game isn’t solvable. My luck is extremely bad and I’ve only guessed right once. Waste of time when that happens. Please fix that like maybe something that understand both are safe options due to the tiles around it

### 5/5 — It’s fun,

*2023-05-28, version 1.46*

I like it because it’s really fun. It’s not too complicated and I am happy when I make my record at it.

### 2/5 — Annoying Ads - ADIOS

*2022-12-14, version 1.46*

Tired of increasingly annoying ads. Betting ways to occupy my time online. Deleting app.

### 3/5 — One game — one ad

*2022-07-15, version 1.46*

Didn’t used to be that way.

## Frequently asked questions about Minesweeper Q for iPad

### What is Minesweeper Q for iPad?

Minesweeper Q for iPad is a digital adaptation of the classic Minesweeper puzzle game. It offers a fast and smooth interface designed specifically for iOS devices, allowing users to enjoy the familiar challenge of uncovering hidden mines without revealing any bombs.

### What are the key features of this Minesweeper app?

The app boasts features like easy-to-use controls with drag scrolling and quick mode changes, a 'first tap luck' option, optional sound assist, highscore tracking, Game Center support, 8 different appearances, 3 classic difficulty levels, and full configurability for board size and mine count.

### Is Minesweeper Q for iPad free to download and play?

The application is free to download and play. While the core game is free, it does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or customization options for players who wish to enhance their experience.

### What devices is Minesweeper Q for iPad compatible with?

This app is designed for iOS devices, specifically optimized for the iPad. It supports features like Retina High resolution and 3D Touch, ensuring a high-quality visual and interactive experience on compatible Apple hardware.

### How do I play Minesweeper Q for iPad?

The game offers two control modes: Normal and Quick Flagging. In Normal mode, tap to clear and tap-and-hold to flag. In Quick Flagging mode, tap to flag and tap-and-hold to clear. Both modes allow for quick opening of adjacent squares and changing control modes by tapping empty squares.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.46 — 2021-05-30

◆ Support iOS 14.5
and bug fixes.

### 1.45 — 2020-09-27

◆ Support iOS 14
and bug fixes.

### 1.43 — 2018-01-17

◆ Support iPhone X
and bug fixes.

### 1.42 — 2016-02-15

◆ Support iOS 9
◆ Support 3D Touch
and bug fixes.

### 1.41 — 2015-06-11

◆ Bug fixes.

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