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Minesweeper - The Clean One

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88%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
monetization, music
88% User Score Based on 4,793 reviews

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Minesweeper - The Clean One is a single player casual puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Ridiculously polished Minesweeper.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,793 reviews
graphics117 positive mentions
monetization618 negative mentions
  • Beautiful and clean design with smooth animations.
  • No guessing required in puzzles, making it a logical challenge.
  • Minimal ads that do not interrupt gameplay.
  • Occasional bugs where the flag toggle does not register, leading to accidental losses.
  • Some puzzles in higher difficulties require guessing, which can be frustrating.
  • Lack of a feature to review mistakes after losing a game.
  • monetization
    683 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game primarily involves minimal and non-intrusive ads that appear after completing a game, which many users find acceptable. While some players appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, there are complaints about ads becoming more frequent or intrusive over time, especially after updates. Overall, the game is praised for its clean interface and reasonable ad placement, though frustrations arise when users who have paid to remove ads still encounter them.

    • “Clean and polished minesweeper with no ads.”
    • “No ads to ruin your flow, and it's very visually appealing with the option to change the color scheme to match your appeal.”
    • “Highly recommend purchasing no ads for the best experience.”
    • “I bought all the theme packs and then didn't play for a while and now the dev is asking for another $5 to remove ads... scam that they added this as a separate payment.”
    • “I paid for the ad-free version a long time ago and now I'm suddenly seeing ads again... used to be a 5-star review but if I'm still gonna see ads after paying money to have them removed, I've gotta lower this rating on principle.”
    • “The constant 30-second ads before and after every game kill any enjoyment of this game.”
  • graphics
    212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their clean, minimalist aesthetic and smooth animations, creating a calming and enjoyable experience for players. Many users appreciate the customizable color palettes and the overall modern design, which enhances the classic gameplay of minesweeper. However, some players noted that while the visuals are appealing, they can occasionally interfere with gameplay functionality, such as click registration and the speed of animations.

    • “The graphics are smooth and simple, and I like that. What I didn't like was losing on the first tap on easy mode 10 times in a row.”
    • “The game is the classic minesweeper but it's the best app for the graphics; they make it really easy to play.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully minimalistic and the controls are simple.”
    • “Have you ever noticed though, that over the decades since Minesweeper was first included with Windows, there has been no real update to the no-frills aesthetic?”
    • “Unfortunately I'll have to find an app with a crustier aesthetic...”
    • “It feels like a graphic designer tried to make a game and they had no idea how to actually create an enjoyable interactive experience.”
  • gameplay
    128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, clean visuals, and enjoyable mechanics, making it a standout version of the classic minesweeper experience. While the game features some automation options and customization, players have noted issues with slow animations and occasional reliance on guessing, particularly in larger puzzles. Overall, the balance of aesthetics and functionality, along with minimal ad interruptions, contributes to a highly satisfying gameplay experience.

    • “The gameplay is very easy to manage when it comes to placing the flags, which is something I often struggle with when trying to play minesweeper.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, aesthetically pleasing, and has all the quality of life features you could want.”
    • “The amount of thought put into the gameplay and animations is just fantastic!”
    • “Gameplay: the biggest issue is the sheer number of 50/50 chances you encounter.”
    • “Now, here's one thing some people might not like about the gameplay: how slow the animations are when opening cells.”
    • “U get stuck where mines could be on either tile, so the only option is really 50/50 and to hope for the best, which can be very frustrating after almost half an hour of gameplay.”
  • music
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players express a strong desire for music and sound effects in the game, noting that the absence of these elements makes the experience feel dull and less immersive. While some updates have introduced background music, users still seek options for customization, such as calming or arcade-style soundtracks. Many believe that adding music and sound effects would significantly enhance the gameplay experience.

    • “I personally think an arcade fast-action soundtrack will make it better.”
    • “Just suggesting; maybe add calming music for a full relaxing experience.”
    • “Would like to request some sounds when tapping (and maybe subtle music for more immersiveness).”
    • “There isn't any music from what I can tell, so it feels dull after a bit of playing.”
    • “Great smooth gameplay, but the only reason you get 4 stars is the lack of music.”
    • “Very good game, customizable too, but the only thing I don't like is that it has no music or sound effects; this could be an option in the settings.”
  • stability
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting frequent visual glitches and freezing issues, particularly in extreme mode, which can hinder gameplay. However, others praise the game as mostly bug-free and well-designed, highlighting a clean interface and minimal intrusive ads. Overall, while some players experience significant stability problems, others find the game to be polished and enjoyable.

    • “This game is bug-free, simple, and well-made.”
    • “Beautiful game, not buggy; ads and in-app purchases aren't intrusive. Really nice difficulty settings for all skill levels; couldn't ask for anything more! ”
    • “Very pleasing and no glitches I've seen.”
    • “I frequently get visual glitches as well, which, while funnier than annoying, combined with the recent ads makes me feel like they just don't care anymore.”
    • “Game freezes every 6 seconds for about half a second, so you have to select each square very carefully, because if you're moving the board and select a tile while the freeze happens, when it unfreezes, it will jump the board forward and select the wrong tile; haven't won a single 'extreme' level due to this freeze--it's unplayable.”
    • “But it's just that the game freezes or lags a bit every 2 seconds.”
  • optimization
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while many users appreciate its smooth performance and visually appealing UI, some report significant input lag and performance issues, particularly on certain devices like the LG G6. Suggestions for improvement include better handling of extreme gameplay scenarios and optimization for high refresh rate screens. Despite these concerns, the game is generally regarded as well-designed and responsive, with minimal ads.

    • “It runs smoothly and feels very responsive.”
    • “The game is really clean and well optimized; however, please add an algorithm that prevents impossible combinations.”
    • “Incredible, simplistic design along with perfectly optimized and customizable UI make for the best minesweeper experience available on mobile.”
    • “Very frustrating 70% through an extreme game... maybe a bigger hitbox or some other optimization?”
    • “Although it doesn't have a custom board size option, and I've noticed some poor performance when zooming out and watching the replay.”
    • “Please work on the performance issues; waiting 2 seconds for an input to be registered is far too slow for a game that needs to be cleared as fast as possible. The graphics are simple and clean, though.”
  • emotional
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, praising its breathtaking graphics and the powerful journey it offers. However, frustrations arise from accidental touches leading to unexpected outcomes, which can be disheartening, particularly in high-stakes moments. Overall, while the emotional experience is strong, some design flaws detract from the enjoyment.

    • “A great game to play casually. I love the designs, the animations, and never had a single complaint except that it can sometimes lead to a 50/50, which was very heartbreaking.”
    • “Breathtaking graphics, powerful and emotional journey.”
    • “There are some matches I lose by touching something by accident, but I can't say for sure if it's me or a design flaw.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is primarily derived from unexpected visual glitches and amusing gameplay experiences, such as humorous lag times. While some players appreciate the lack of ads and straightforward gameplay, others express a desire for more engaging elements, suggesting that the humor could be enhanced with additional features. Overall, the game is seen as a fun and improved version of traditional minesweeper, with a lighthearted approach to its mechanics.

    • “Online for mobile, at least, but there are funny visual glitches sometimes.”
    • “It is a bit different from the original, but it is still funny and good.”
    • “This keeps happening to me, which is funny, but I would really appreciate if you add a toggle off for the long press feature.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the frequent toggling between clearing squares and placing flags, which can lead to frustrating mistakes. While the graphics are praised for their clarity, the animations when revealing tiles are seen as unnecessary and time-consuming, contributing to a sense of monotony, especially in higher difficulty levels that lack meaningful challenge.

    • “Having to toggle between clearing squares and placing flags is very tedious, and because it's used so often, it's very easy to miss the toggle just once and throw the game away.”
    • “Very clean graphics, but I'd prefer no animation when revealing tiles as it takes time. This is the easiest minesweeper because hard/extreme is tedious; it's just beginner with more tiles but no increased mine density.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users generally express a lack of replayability in the app, with some finding it difficult to see any value in replaying the experience compared to others who may have a different perspective.

    • “I'm finding it hard to find any replay value in this app that others have.”
    • “The game lacks the depth needed to encourage multiple playthroughs.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's immersive story significantly enhances the overall experience, making the ending feel rewarding, despite graphics and shadows not being as advanced as competitors like Call of Duty.

    • “The gameplay is solid, and the immersive story really makes the ending rewarding.”
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Minesweeper - The Clean One is a casual puzzle game.

Minesweeper - The Clean One is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

Minesweeper - The Clean One was developed by Dustland Design.

Minesweeper - The Clean One has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Minesweeper - The Clean One is a single player game.