4D Minesweeper

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4D Minesweeper brings the classic mechanics of Minesweeper into the fourth dimension and adds some new features to it.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 414 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

A fun and challenging twist on the classic Minesweeper, offering a unique 4D experience that keeps players engaged.
The game is free to play, making it accessible for anyone interested in trying out a more complex version of Minesweeper.
Once you grasp the mechanics, the game provides a rewarding sense of accomplishment with each successful move.

The game can be overwhelming and confusing at first, especially for those unfamiliar with Minesweeper or 4D concepts.
Performance issues arise with larger boards, causing lag and long loading times, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players report that the game lacks essential features like a marking system for suspected mines, making it frustrating at times.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
75%
13%
The gameplay is primarily based on traditional minesweeper mechanics, involving guessing and interpreting clues from unmined tiles to identify adjacent mines. While the concept is appreciated, some players find certain aspects of board generation frustrating. Overall, the gameplay is described as straightforward but can be hindered by its fundamental mechanics.
- “I love the concept, but there are a few fundamental minesweeper mechanics (largely to do with board generation) that make the game more frustrating than it has to be.”
- “Gameplay consists of traditional minesweeper guessing based on clues provided by the unmined tiles, which show how many mines are adjacent to it.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant narrative, with users noting the absence of a story and focusing instead on gameplay mechanics. Some players express a commitment to exploring the game extensively, suggesting that the experience is more about gameplay than storytelling.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “Story?”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting poor performance and high GPU usage, raising concerns about potential crypto mining. Despite its fun gameplay and customization options, it struggles with basic tasks, leading to crashes and slow loading times, particularly with larger grids. Overall, the lack of effective optimization significantly detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The code needs to be optimized so that bigger boards generate and load faster.”
- “The game is not particularly optimized, but it delivers on its promises.”
- “Most of these reviews will talk about how this game potentially mines crypto due to the extremely high GPU usage (up to 90% on 1660 Super), and after some investigation, this is likely due to the original author's poor optimization and use of Godot.”
- “While the game is highly customizable, it lacks any optimization - it struggles to load even basic 2D grids, so you can't really do anything without risking the game crashing on you.”
- “Also, the code needs to be optimized so that bigger boards generate/load faster.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The game's graphics have been criticized for relying on the Godot engine's default UI, lacking a fullscreen mode, and presenting a basic 2D interface without any 3D elements. Overall, the visual presentation is considered underwhelming and simplistic.
- “Graphically, the game uses Godot engine's default UI, which is already not a good sign.”
- “In line with that, the game doesn't have a working fullscreen mode and is presented (ironically) in 2D, with no 3D graphics and a fairly basic text interface.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, likening it to needing a second life to manage the repetitive tasks involved. This aspect is often viewed as tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Then, it just becomes a slightly more tedious version of normal Minesweeper.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The humor in the game is described as both surreal and engaging, with players feeling a connection to a cosmic sense of amusement as they navigate challenges. Overall, it elicits genuine laughter while also incorporating a unique, otherworldly perspective.
- “I can feel the fourth-dimensional beings laughing at me as I struggle.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users overwhelmingly praise the game's replayability, with many rating it a perfect 10/10 and highlighting its infinite replay value.
- “10/10, infinite replayability.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often leaving them feeling overwhelmed to the point of tears.
- “I want to cry in a corner when I play this game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express confusion regarding the game's stability, with some feeling uncertain if the issues they encounter are due to bugs or their own understanding of the game mechanics.
- “I can't tell whether the game is very buggy or if I'm just not understanding it.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I've experienced numerous glitches that completely disrupt the gameplay.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate monetization models that offer free access without advertisements, viewing them positively as a significant advantage.
- “Anything that's free and has no ads is an automatic thumbs up from me.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without forcing in-app purchases.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music and sound design in the game are generally praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion, with many users highlighting the quality and variety of the soundtrack. Some reviews note that the sound effects effectively complement gameplay, adding to the emotional impact of key moments. Overall, the audio experience is considered a strong point of the game.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive experience that keeps me engaged.”
- “The variety of tracks is impressive, each one adding a unique flavor to different moments in the game.”