Game guide · DIPINGYS
How to play Minesweeper
Bring your attention to one round of Minesweeper. Open all 71 safe cells. Opening a mine ends the round. Flags help you mark suspected mines but do not replace opening safe cells. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Try a more deliberate round
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Refer to the controls when needed.
Aim for this result
Open all 71 safe cells. Opening a mine ends the round. Flags help you mark suspected mines but do not replace opening safe cells. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Making your moves
- Open a covered square to reveal it.
- A number counts mines in the surrounding eight positions.
- Right-click to flag on a computer, or enable Flag mode on a phone.
- Use safe deductions to open the remaining cells.
Input guidance
Click/tap to open. Right-click to flag, or use the Flag mode toggle for touch devices. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
See how the rules apply
A revealed 1 with only one covered neighbour means that neighbour contains a mine. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Avoid this misunderstanding
A flag is your own note, not a confirmation from the game. Remove a mistaken flag before opening that square. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Further help with the game
For my first round, what is the goal of Minesweeper?
Keep this in mind: Open all 71 safe cells. Opening a mine ends the round. Flags help you mark suspected mines but do not replace opening safe cells.
Before I begin, how do I control Minesweeper?
Keep this in mind: Click/tap to open. Right-click to flag, or use the Flag mode toggle for touch devices.
What example helps explain Minesweeper?
Here is the relevant explanation: A revealed 1 with only one covered neighbour means that neighbour contains a mine.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Minesweeper?
Here is the relevant explanation: A flag is your own note, not a confirmation from the game. Remove a mistaken flag before opening that square.
Before I begin, what format does Minesweeper offer?
For clarity: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Which play mode does Minesweeper use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Minesweeper?
For clarity: Open a covered square to reveal it.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Minesweeper?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Minesweeper again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Minesweeper?
Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
