Comparison

Minesweeper Classic 2 vs Pentix Nova

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

Head to head
About

Minesweeper Classic 2

Experience the classic logic puzzle game on your mobile device. Use strategy to reveal numbered tiles and avoid hidden mines. Create custom challenges and track your progress to improve your scores.

Highlights
  • Logic-based minefield clearing
  • Custom board builder
  • Progress and game stats tracking
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Flagging mode for suspected mines
  • High score leaderboard
Features
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Minesweeper 2 is the sequel to the classic retro PC game, bringing the nostalgic game you know and love to your mobile phone. The game is simple: use strategy and logic to avoid the bombs to clear the minefield. Challenge yourself and use the custom board builder to create your own puzzles. Track progress and game stats to beat your own times & scores. If you like old classic games like chess, checkers, backgammon, solitaire, freecell, and classic puzzle games like sudoku, tetris, and crossword puzzles then this game is for you. How to Play: Start with a covered mine field of square tiles and clear the field by tapping one square at a time. Beneath each tile is is either a number to indicates how many mines are touching the tile, a blank space, or a mine that will explode when tapped. Use strategy and logic to navigate the mine map and win the game! Features: High Score leaderboard for each difficulty setting Stats tracking to keep monitor your progress Select level of difficulty: Beginner, Medium, Difficult Customize your game for an even greater challenge Flag Mode: Mark tiles you think are bombs Easy to use interface, smooth gaming experience Pinch to zoom Use hints to reveal the location of a single bomb Portrait & Landscape mode available on both iPhone and iPad Thanks for playing Minesweeper Classic 2! Have questions or feedback? Email us at contact@maplemedia.io for fast & friendly support. View our Terms of Service at: https://maplemedia.io/terms-of-service/ View our Privacy Policy at: https://maplemedia.io/privacy/

About

Pentix Nova

Experience a fresh take on a classic block-dropping puzzle game. Arrange falling pieces to complete lines and clear them, aiming for high scores or completing specific objectives. Enjoy customizable controls and various difficulty levels in this reimagined brick blast experience.

Highlights
  • Arrange falling pieces to clear lines
  • Endless game mode
  • Objective-based levels
  • Campaign progression
  • Customizable controls
  • Stash pieces for later use
Features
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Reimagination and a remake of the immortal classic. Arrange the falling pieces to fill up and clear the lines. Clear as many lines as possible to advance through levels or complete various objectives. This game is inspired by the four brick falling blocks games. But instead of easy four brick pieces, where the name Tetra comes from, this game uses five bricks pieces, thus the name Penta. Of course, you are not limited to either set of pieces. Play any combination you would like and consider more fun. Fun question: Do you see the black dots when you are looking at the game title screen? Do you think they are there? Features: - Play an endless game or complete objectives. - Play individual levels or progress through the campaign. - Smooth and customizable controls. - Various difficulty levels. Controls: The controls were designed to make the gameplay smooth and enjoyable. Below are the few highlights that make this game stand out. - Tap with the second finger or swipe down to drop the piece. Of course, you can use the "Drop" buttons too. - Swipe up to stash the piece and use it later in the game. This allows for more strategic play. Privacy policy: https://akatek.biz/apps/pentix_nova/privacy_policy Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Minesweeper Classic 24 screens
Pentix Nova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pentix Nova at weekly against Minesweeper Classic 2's every 2 months. Pentix Nova also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 37%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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 Classic 2 sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Pentix Nova sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Minesweeper Classic 2 against 4.5 for Pentix Nova. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.6K and 14K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Minesweeper Classic 2's written reviews are positive against 47% of Pentix Nova's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, Pentix Nova weekly. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Minesweeper Classic 2 versus Pentix Nova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper Classic 2Pentix Nova
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7.6K ratings) — better4.5 (14K ratings)
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews47.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7.6K14K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB87 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMaple Media Apps, LLCAkaTek LLC

Customer experience

Minesweeper Classic 2

All ratings7,580 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews904 reviews
Positive37.2%
Neutral12.2%
Negative50.7%

Pentix Nova

All ratings13,739 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral6.2%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews190 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral14.2%
Negative38.4%

User reviews

Minesweeper Classic 2

From 7.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Classic gameplay
  • 👍 Reminds users of the original Windows version
  • 😊 Enjoyable and addictive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate/inconsistent numbers around mines
  • 🔍 Difficulty in starting a game due to blind luck
  • 🕰️ Slow game progression and transitions
  • 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
  • 🔧 Bugs and glitches in recent updates

Pentix Nova

From 14K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Challenging and fun
  • 👍 Nostalgic and relaxing
  • 🎮 Great Tetris variant
  • 💡 Interesting new piece shapes
  • 🎨 Visually appealing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Controls issues (sensitivity, responsiveness, placement of buttons)
  • 💰 Intrusive ads with no ad-free option
  • 🕹️ Clunky controls and frequent errors
  • 🔧 Bugs and glitches after updates
  • 🤯 Frustrating difficulty spikes

Bugs and requests

Minesweeper Classic 2

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Incorrect mine counts around numbered tiles
  • Flags randomly appearing without user interaction
  • Game freezes and crashes
  • Inconsistent high score tracking
  • Zoom and UI issues on larger screens

Requested features

5 requests
  • Undo/continue feature
  • Ability to view mistakes after losing
  • Customizable colors and themes
  • Diagonal scrolling
  • Improved flag functionality

Pentix Nova

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Goal line disappearing in adventure mode
  • Pieces teleporting and rotating unexpectedly
  • Drop button functionality issues after updates
  • Game progress not saved when switching apps
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to rotate pieces both ways
  • Implement variable drop speed
  • Provide an ad-free paid version
  • Add more levels and challenges
  • Improve overall control scheme

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Minesweeper Classic 2

Subscriptions5
  • Premium Monthly2 variants$1.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$6.991 Year
  • Minesweeper Classic 2 Pro$9.991 Year
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  • Minesweeper Classic 2 Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Premium Annual$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Unlock AllFree
  • Ad Free$14.99
2 purchases

Pentix Nova

One-time2
  • Unlock All Levels$3.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is Minesweeper Classic 2 free?
Minesweeper Classic 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pentix Nova free?
Pentix Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Minesweeper Classic 2 or Pentix Nova?
Minesweeper Classic 2 is rated higher. Minesweeper Classic 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Pentix Nova averages 4.5 from 14K ratings.
Do Minesweeper Classic 2 or Pentix Nova have ads?
Both Minesweeper Classic 2 and Pentix Nova show ads.
Which is updated more often, Minesweeper Classic 2 or Pentix Nova?
Minesweeper Classic 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Pentix Nova weekly. Most recently, Minesweeper Classic 2 was updated on October 19, 2026 and Pentix Nova on October 19, 2026.

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