Minesweeper vs PuzzleFuse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Minesweeper
A classic logic puzzle game where players use numbers on revealed squares to deduce the location of hidden mines. Avoid uncovering a mine to win. Features multiple visual themes for an enhanced experience.
- Logic-based mine detection
- Numbered clues
- Classic gameplay
- Multiple themes (Classic, Light, Dark)
- Intuitive marking system
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Enjoy the classic look and feel of the game as you try to mark the mines without uncovering one. You use the numbers of a revealed square to tell you how many mines are next to that square. Using logic, you figure out where the mines are and mark them. Watch out! If you make a mistake, a mine will explode! There are three themes available: Classic, Light and Dark.
PuzzleFuse
Engage your mind with a relaxing puzzle game featuring two distinct modes. Enjoy classic jigsaw puzzles or try a unique piece-swapping mechanic to complete images. Perfect for short breaks or extended play sessions, this game offers a satisfying challenge for all ages.
- Classic jigsaw puzzle gameplay
- Jig Merge mode with piece swapping
- Relaxing and easy-to-play controls
- Suitable for short or long sessions
- Brain training and mind relaxation
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Relax and challenge your mind with a puzzle game that offers two different ways to play. Enjoy the classic Jigsaw mode, where you piece together beautiful images one piece at a time. Move, place, and complete each puzzle at your own pace. Try Jig Merge, a fresh puzzle mode where you swap pieces to merge and complete the image. Plan your moves, find the right combinations, and solve each puzzle in a different way. Whether you enjoy traditional jigsaw puzzles or want something new, this game gives you a calm, satisfying puzzle experience with simple controls and relaxing gameplay. Features: Classic jigsaw puzzle gameplay Jig Merge mode with piece swapping Relaxing and easy-to-play controls Great for short sessions or longer puzzle challenges A satisfying game for puzzle lovers of all ages Train your brain, relax your mind, and complete beautiful puzzles one piece at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PuzzleFuse at every 8 days against Minesweeper's every 3 months. Minesweeper's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Minesweeper against 5.0 for PuzzleFuse. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Minesweeper has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Minesweeper ships an update every 3 months, PuzzleFuse every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Minesweeper | PuzzleFuse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 195 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Mindware Consulting, Inc | Travel Bug Games |
Customer experience
Minesweeper
PuzzleFuse
In-app purchases
Minesweeper
No in-app purchases
PuzzleFuse
No in-app purchases
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