Comparison

Minesweeper Genius vs Factor Fuse

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

Head to head
About

Minesweeper Genius

This logic puzzle game challenges your deductive reasoning by requiring you to locate hidden bombs on a grid. Guide a character through a scientific experiment by carefully revealing safe tiles and flagging those that contain explosives.

Highlights
  • Unlimited random levels
  • No guessing or luck required
  • Game Center Achievements
  • iCloud Save
Features
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Inspired by the classic computer game from our childhood, Minesweeper Genius is a brain teaser that will challenge your logical thinking. Help Aristotle – the genius with a broom – sweep the field to escape from the aliens' scientific experiments, discovering where all the bombs are hidden. HOW TO PLAY: • Read the numbers to know how many mines there are in each column and each line • Flags the tiles which contain a mine • Then move the sweeper genius to the portal! FEATURES: • Our procedural generator can create an unlimited number of random levels • Absolutely no guessing or luck involved • Game Center Achievements • iCloud Save

About

Factor Fuse

Features
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Welcome to Factor Fuse, where numbers and math collide in an electrifying fusion of strategy and fun! In this math game, your goal is to solve for the target numbers using the number blocks on the grid as well as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and splitting. Solve your way through thousands of fun math puzzles wherein you will merge numbers with precision, split them strategically, and perform operations to unlock more levels and game modes. With every puzzle you solve, not only will you earn fantastic rewards, but you will also climb your way up the leaderboards to prove your skills to the world. Features: Fusion Fun: Combine numbers using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and splitting to craft solutions and reach your goal. Dynamic Puzzles: Face unique and ever-changing number puzzles to keep your brain engaged and entertained. Cool Graphics: Enjoy visually pleasing graphics with colorful effects that bring numbers to life. Rewards & Skins: Collect various rewards and skins as you solve more puzzles and advance through the game. Leaderboards: Test your skills against the rest of the world, and compete with friends for top spots. Extra Game Modes: Take a break to try out and master the other modes within the game (with more coming soon). Whether you’re a math enthusiast or simply love a good brain teaser, Factor Fuse offers a perfect blend of intellect and entertainment. Ready to crack the code and become a math master? Jump in and let the fusing fun begin!

Screenshots

Minesweeper Genius4 screens
Factor Fuse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Factor Fuse at Free against Minesweeper Genius's $1.99. Minesweeper Genius's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Factor Fuse is free to download; Minesweeper Genius costs $1.99 up front. Factor Fuse sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Minesweeper Genius asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Minesweeper Genius versus Factor Fuse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper GeniusFactor Fuse
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (220 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings220 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size206 MB187 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperMother Gaia StudioKhylle Lim

Bugs and requests

Minesweeper Genius

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game resets when swiping down to open Control Center
  • Game resets when checking notifications
  • Star display gets cut off on iPhone X notch
  • Tap-and-hold flag placement sometimes registers as movement instead
  • Game doesn't register hold on adjacent squares correctly

Requested features

13 requests
  • Add more levels, especially harder difficulty levels
  • Implement ability to mark tiles as clear/safe
  • Support landscape mode on iPad
  • Add toggle or button for flag placement instead of tap-and-hold
  • Implement haptic feedback when placing flags
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  • Add endless or infinite level mode with progressive difficulty
  • Include a third marking option for uncertain tiles
  • Add level editor and community level sharing
  • Provide visual indicators for completed row/column requirements
  • Include character skins or cosmetic customization options
  • Add classic minesweeper mode option
  • Implement grid dimension counter display
  • Add more unique tile mechanics and special rules

Factor Fuse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Minesweeper Genius

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Factor Fuse

One-time3
  • Smart Bundle$0.99
  • Genius Bundle$6.99
  • Genius Bundle + (No Ads)$6.99

Questions

Is Minesweeper Genius free?
Minesweeper Genius costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Factor Fuse free?
Factor Fuse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Minesweeper Genius or Factor Fuse have ads?
Factor Fuse shows ads; Minesweeper Genius does not.

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