How to play Minesweeper Mini
Reveal safe squares on a nine-by-nine grid, read number clues, and flag ten hidden mines. Use each numbered clue to identify which neighboring squares are safe. The game starts immediately in the browser and is designed for a short break, but the local best-score system gives repeated rounds a clear target.
Click or tap a square to reveal it. Right-click on desktop to place a flag, or turn on Flag Mode before tapping on mobile. The first revealed square and its immediate neighbors are protected from mines.
Rules and scoring
A number shows how many mines touch that square, including diagonal neighbors. Empty regions open automatically. The game is won when every non-mine square is revealed and lost when a mine is opened.
The status panel above the game shows the most useful information for the current mode. Results are saved only when browser storage is available. A saved result belongs to the current browser and device rather than a public account.
Strategy and improvement tips
Begin with empty regions and use confirmed information. If a number already touches the same number of flagged squares, every other hidden neighbor is safe.
Short, consistent sessions usually produce better improvement than frantic repeated inputs. Learn how the game responds, look one step ahead, and use the restart button when you want a clean attempt.
Playing on mobile
PlayPick scales the game to fit common phone and tablet screens. Essential touch controls remain outside the advertising area and use large targets. Rotate the device only when a wider view feels more comfortable; the internal game board keeps the same logical dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
Is this game free to play?
Yes. It runs directly in a modern browser without a purchase, download, or account.
Does it work on phones and tablets?
Yes. The layout is responsive and the game includes touch-friendly controls where they are needed.
Where is my best score stored?
The best result is stored locally in your current browser. It is not uploaded to a PlayPick account.
Why can my saved score disappear?
Private browsing, clearing site data, changing browsers, or moving to another device can remove locally stored results.