A number counts mines in all eight neighboring squares.
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Difficulty
Mines10
Flags0
Time00:00
Moves0
StatusReady
Arrow keys move · Enter reveals · F toggles flag mode · R restarts
Your first reveal and its surrounding tiles are always safe.
Game introduction
What is Minesweeper?
Use the number clues to find the mines and open every safe square.
A number counts mines in all eight neighboring squares.
- Category
- Logic
- Difficulty
- Beginner–Expert
- Typical game
- 3–10 min
How to play
How to play Minesweeper
- Reveal a tile to see how many mines touch it.
- Switch to flag mode to mark tiles you believe contain mines.
- Use the remaining mine counter to track how many flags are still available.
- Reveal every safe tile to finish the board.
A little help
Minesweeper tips
Good to know
Minesweeper Frequently asked questions
Is Minesweeper free to play online?
Yes. You can play the full Minesweeper game free in your browser with no account, subscription or download.
Is the first click safe in this Minesweeper game?
Yes. Mines are placed after your first reveal, so the opening tile is always safe and gives you a fair place to begin.
How do I place a flag in Minesweeper?
Right-click a covered square with a mouse, or switch to Flag mode before tapping on a phone or tablet. Select Reveal mode to continue clearing safe squares.
Can I play Minesweeper on a phone or tablet?
Yes. The game is designed for touch screens as well as mouse controls, with keyboard controls included where they suit the puzzle.