Comparison

Minesweeper 2018 vs Escape Pharaoh's Tomb

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Minesweeper 2018

Features
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Do you remember that game that you used to play on your old computer? Feeling nostalgic remembering those good ol’ times? Then check out the new Minesweeper that fits in your pocket! The premise of the game is super easy – all you have to do is to clear the mineshaft full of bombs/mines as fast as you can! Click on the little square to reveal it – but beware of the hidden danger! To help you out there are some helpful tips like a Number indicating how many bombs are there left waiting to detonate and a Flag mark that you can use to help yourself navigate through the minefield. This FREE game will allow you to relive the blissful moments of your childhood and will introduce this classic to the new generation. You can access a daily challenge and challenge players from all over the world ! The app will automatically save your best scores (and best time)! So now you can challenge you’re your friends and beat their scores, but beware of the explosions! So what are you waiting for? Avoid the mines, sweep the filed and become a pro Minesweeper King! The premium version unlock All Categories, offers unlimited games and no ads for 4.99 euros per week subscription. Recurring billing. Cancel anytime. The premium version offers weekly subscription for 4.99 euros which unlock access to all game, and remove all ads for the premium content of app. Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of current period. You can go to your iTunes account settings to manage subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your free trial ends, the rest of your free trial will be forfeited as soon as your purchase is confirmed. Privacy Policy : http://valiprod.com/legal/new/MinesweeperEn.pdf Terms of Uses : https://www.dropbox.com/s/y8864tq9tcfxq3q/TU.pdf?dl=0

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Escape Pharaoh's Tomb

Features
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Enter the lost chambers of an ancient pyramid and prepare for an adventure filled with action, exploration, and challenges. Your mission is to make your way through 25 levels, find the hidden keys, and uncover the tomb’s secret passages. Move stone slabs, activate walkways, and find the right route to the exit. The pyramid is not empty. Mummies, snakes, rats, cockroaches, and other creatures protect its secrets. Choose the right weapon for each situation: use the dagger when danger is close or the shotgun to keep your distance. Watch every step and survive blades, spears, axes, and other ancient traps. Each chamber will test your reflexes, skill, and ability to make decisions under pressure. Explore carefully, overcome every obstacle, and unlock new levels as you make your way toward the heart of the pyramid. Can you escape the pharaoh’s tomb? Features: • 25 adventure levels. • Hidden chambers and secret passages. • Keys, doors, platforms, and movable stone slabs. • Mummies, snakes, and other creatures. • A dagger and a shotgun for different encounters. • Blades, spears, axes, and deadly traps. • Touch controls for iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Minesweeper 20184 screens
Escape Pharaoh's Tomb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Escape Pharaoh's Tomb at none against Minesweeper 2018's shown. Escape Pharaoh's Tomb also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). Minesweeper 2018's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Minesweeper 2018 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days and Escape Pharaoh's Tomb sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minesweeper 2018 ships an update every 8 months, Escape Pharaoh's Tomb every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Minesweeper 2018 versus Escape Pharaoh's Tomb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper 2018Escape Pharaoh's Tomb
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValiprodVISITACION GUAL TENA

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Minesweeper 2018

Subscriptions1
  • Premium mode$4.497 Days
One-time1
  • Remove ads$0.99
1 purchases

Escape Pharaoh's Tomb

One-time1
  • ShotGun+ Remove ADSFree

Questions

Is Minesweeper 2018 free?
Minesweeper 2018 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Escape Pharaoh's Tomb free?
Escape Pharaoh's Tomb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minesweeper 2018 or Escape Pharaoh's Tomb have ads?
Minesweeper 2018 shows ads; Escape Pharaoh's Tomb does not.
Which is updated more often, Minesweeper 2018 or Escape Pharaoh's Tomb?
Minesweeper 2018 ships an update every 8 months, and Escape Pharaoh's Tomb every 2 months. Most recently, Minesweeper 2018 was updated on November 2, 2026 and Escape Pharaoh's Tomb on November 3, 2026.

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