Minesweeper

The classic mine-finding logic puzzle

💣 Uncover every safe square — use the numbers to avoid the mines!

Logic · Ages 8+

Like every game on iplay.free, Minesweeper is completely free — no ads, no sign-up, and no downloads. It runs right in your browser, so there's nothing to install and nothing to buy. With no ads and no account, it's safe to hand to a child and easy to pick up any time.

How to play Minesweeper

• Goal: Uncover every square that does NOT hide a mine.
• How to play: Tap a square to dig it. A number tells you how many mines touch that square. Use the numbers to work out where the mines are — and never dig one!
• Win: Clear every safe square without setting off a mine.

Game modes

Pick the level that suits you — Minesweeper offers 3 ways to play:

• Easy
• Medium
• Hard

Bigger boards have more mines to find!

Skills you'll practise

logical deduction, probability, problem solving.

Did you know?

💣 Minesweeper shipped with Windows 3.1 in 1992 and became one of the most-played computer games ever — it's secretly all about logical deduction!

Frequently asked questions

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Do I need an account or sign-up?

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Are there any ads?

None. iplay.free runs no ad networks, so there are no banners, no pop-ups, and nothing to mis-tap — which is part of why it's safe to hand to a child.

Is it safe for kids?

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Do I need to download or install anything?

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What devices and browsers work?

Any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge — on a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop, including school Chromebooks.