Minesweeper Guide

Everything we explain to friends when we sit them down in front of Minesweeper, from the first click to the tricks behind fast times. Read it in order or jump straight to a chapter.

1. 1. How to Play Minesweeper

   Rules, numbers, flags, the first click and board sizes.

2. 2. Minesweeper Patterns

   1-1, 1-2, 1-2-1, 1-2-2-1 and subtracting flags.

3. 3. 50/50 in Minesweeper

   When the numbers go quiet: guessing less, and the no-guessing mode.

4. 4. How to Play Minesweeper Faster

   Chording, 3BV, efficiency and where fast times come from.