Comparison

Minesweeper Master vs Step Escape

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

Head to head
About

Minesweeper Master

Features
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Clear the minefield. Outsmart your opponent. Rule the season. This is the modern minesweeper that pairs classic logic gameplay with real-time head-to-head competition, eight ranked tiers, 300 hand-crafted levels, and seasonal cosmetic rewards — each earned, never sold. Whether you want a quick logic puzzle or an intense ranked match, Minesweeper is ready. ▶ GAME MODES • Classic — four difficulties (Easy / Medium / Hard / Expert), custom grid sizes, beat your best time • Rank Play — real-time 1v1 against players worldwide; first to clear the board wins • Level Play — 300 progressive levels across themed worlds; each level a fresh puzzle • Tutorial — learn flag placement and deduction with guided steps ▶ COMPETITIVE LADDER • 8-tier ranked system: Unranked → Bronze → Silver → Gold → Platinum → Diamond → Master → Legendary • Seasonal resets every 90 days with exclusive cosmetic rewards for Master and Legendary ranks • Star protection for Bronze players; Gold daily protection against star loss • Win streaks reward 2 stars per win — chain 5 wins and accelerate your climb ▶ 300 LEVELS OF LOGIC • Hand-crafted puzzles scaling from beginner deduction to expert pattern recognition • Flip-board transition between levels — seamlessly continue without interruption • Progress saved automatically, resume any time ▶ THEMED EXPERIENCE • Multiple visual themes — seasonal, fantasy, and more — each with unique board art and music track • Exclusive season themes unlocked only by reaching Master or Legendary rank • Rich sound design: boom effects, countdown tension, achievement fanfares ▶ VIP CLUB (optional subscription) • Remove all ads • Unlock every theme and avatar • Priority support Weekly auto-renewable subscription with a 3-day free trial for new members. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage or cancel any time in your Apple ID settings. Prices vary by region and are shown in the app before you confirm. Bought the old lifetime unlock? It still works — tap Restore Purchases. ▶ DESIGNED FOR EVERY PLAYER • Phone and tablet support • Smooth haptic and audio feedback • Flag mode toggle for precise mine marking • Eight languages: English, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) SUPPORT • Email: contact@vion.fun • Privacy: https://apps.vion.fun/minex/privacy • Web: https://vion.fun Free to play. Contains ads and optional in-app purchases.

About

Step Escape

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Run. Think fast. Survive. Step Escape is a fast-paced adventure runner where every step matters. Navigate dangerous paths, avoid deadly traps, and stay one move ahead of the unstoppable rolling boulder chasing you. In a mysterious ancient temple filled with lava, puzzles, and collapsing platforms, your reflexes and timing are the only way out. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://lexifyedu.net/privacy

Screenshots

Minesweeper Master4 screens
Step Escape4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Step Escape at none against Minesweeper Master's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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 Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Step Escape asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Minesweeper Master versus Step Escape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMinesweeper MasterStep Escape
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB243 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDan TranQuy Hoang

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Minesweeper Master

One-time1
  • VIP Unlock$9.99
None

Step Escape

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Minesweeper Master free?
Minesweeper Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Step Escape free?
Step Escape is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Minesweeper Master or Step Escape have ads?
Both Minesweeper Master and Step Escape show ads.

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