How to Play Minesweeper
Minesweeper is a challenging game that requires strategy, focus, and quick thinking. This guide will teach you proven tactics to improve your score and beat the game.
Top 5 Winning Strategies
- Click corners first - usually safer than center
- Numbers reveal mine count in 8 adjacent squares
- If a number equals adjacent flagged mines, click all remaining adjacent squares
- Look for patterns - 1-1 chains indicate safe paths
- Flag mines as you discover them to avoid re-clicking
Scoring Guide
Time-based with accuracy bonus. Fewer mistakes = higher score
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't: Random clicking mid-game, panicking and misclicking, not flagging as you go
Instead, practice patience and apply the strategies above consistently to improve your game.
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