Minesweeper Classy

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Minesweeper Classy is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Erlend Kirkeboe and was released on December 17, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Minesweeper Classy" is a modern take on the classic minesweeper game, with updated graphics and a sleek design. It offers various difficulty levels and board sizes, as well as a handy flagging system to help players strategize. The game keeps track of your stats and includes online leaderboards, adding a competitive element to the traditional minesweeper experience.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

monetization6 negative mentions

A relaxing and enjoyable take on the classic Minesweeper, perfect for casual play.
Offers a variety of levels and customization options, including a level editor and different color schemes.
The hint system helps alleviate frustrating 50/50 situations, making the game more accessible.

Frequent guessing is required, which can lead to frustration when running out of hints.
Some players find the music repetitive and prefer to turn it off for their own background sounds.
The game lacks unique level designs and can feel too similar to the original Minesweeper.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the calming and nostalgic background tracks, while others find them repetitive and uninspiring. Many users appreciate the bluesy vibe and even use the game as a source for looping music, but there are calls for more variety and customization options in the playlist. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for some, it is considered a downside by others who prefer to disable it in favor of their own selections.
- “There's decent blues music for background, clear visuals, and it's perfect for 2nd monitor procrastination.”
- “Nice chilled game, the background music is a bop.”
- “I love the art style and for some reason it has really really good music.”
- “The only downside to this game is the music.”
- “Background songs get a bit too repetitive at some point, so I ended up disabling the music and listening to my own.”
- “No one gives a crap about the music that is in the game.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
The monetization model is praised for its affordability, offering a one-time payment that eliminates ads, contrasting sharply with Microsoft's ad-saturated version of Minesweeper. Users appreciate the value of paying a small fee to enjoy an ad-free experience, positioning it as a superior alternative to the free, ad-laden options.
- “There are no ads, which makes for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without forcing them on players.”
- “It's Minesweeper without all the ads and pay-to-win nonsense that Microsoft added.”
- “In the end, you get to stick it to Microsoft's version, which is saturated in ads.”
- “Small price to pay and beats the alternative of using the Microsoft version that tries to shove ads down your throat whenever possible.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising the clear visuals and appealing art style, while others criticized them as simplistic or lacking depth. Overall, the game's visuals are described as smooth, complementing the music, which is also a point of contention among players.
- “There's decent blues music for background, clear visuals, and it's perfect for second monitor procrastination.”
- “★★★★★ – art / graphics”
- “I love the art style and for some reason it has really, really good music.”
- “The visuals are dumb, the music is dumb, the sound effects are loud and dumb.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is largely reminiscent of Minesweeper, with only minor variations in board shapes that do not significantly enhance the experience. Players noted a lack of unique level designs or crafted bomb layouts, resulting in a gameplay experience that feels almost like a clone of the original.
- “The differently shaped boards minimally alter the Minesweeper gameplay, so this game doesn't offer much different to the point of nearly being a clone.”
- “I was expecting unique level layouts to include crafted bomb layouts, but this game has the same random board generation, similar bomb density, and the exact same gameplay as Minesweeper.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game is stable, with no significant bugs or issues, and it does not pressure players for additional purchases.
- “It's Minesweeper, and it's not buggy or broken, nor is it asking me for more money.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I can play for hours without any interruptions.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers note that the humor in the game is evident through its creative and amusing level designs, with some levels featuring playful shapes like a smiley face, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay.
- “These levels can look similar to classic levels, but some are funny and creative, like the shape of a smiley face.”
- “The humor in the dialogue is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the game incorporates puns and jokes that keep me laughing throughout the gameplay.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express strong emotional reactions to the game's mechanics, particularly the frustration of losing progress by accidentally pressing escape, which evokes feelings of sadness and disappointment.
- “Pressing escape on a level deletes your progress and makes me want to cry every time I forget.”
- “The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, leaving me emotionally invested in their journey.”
- “I found myself tearing up during key moments, as the game beautifully captures the highs and lows of the human experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly across various platforms and offering a diverse selection of enjoyable boards and fields.
- “It runs smoothly and has a great variety of fun boards and fields.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I love how the game balances performance and graphics, making it enjoyable on any setup.”