# Minesweeper Classic: Retro

> Go back in time with Minesweeper, the classic now with a no guessing mode!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.still57.minesweeper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.still57.minesweeper)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.still57.minesweeper`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Still57
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 1,718,683
- **Rating:** 4.65 / 5 (27,482 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-07
- **First published:** 2017-09-21
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 58 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-29
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.still57.minesweeper)
- **Website:** [http://www.still57games.com](http://www.still57games.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://still57.github.io/minesweeper\_classic\_retro\_privacy\_policy\_en.html](https://still57.github.io/minesweeper_classic_retro_privacy_policy_en.html)

## Description

Experience the timeless excitement of Minesweeper with *Minesweeper Classic: Retro*. Featuring a new Guess Free Mode to avoid 50/50 guess situations, this extension offers over 50 customizable retro themes unlocked by earning in-game coins. Choose from five difficulty modes including Easy, Medium, Hard, Extreme, and Custom to suit your skill level.

Enhance your gameplay with features like quick flagging, zoom & pan controls, hints to guide your next move, and daily guess-free challenges that reward medals and trophies. Track your progress with detailed stats and compete globally on leaderboards. Your progress and themes are securely saved using Google Play Services, allowing seamless gameplay across devices. Dive into classic Minesweeper fun with modern upgrades tailored for both nostalgic players and new fans!

## Rankings

- #49,749 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.still57.minesweeper.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise a polished, customizable Minesweeper experience with offline reliability and strong visuals. The game shines in themes, daily challenges, and classic gameplay. However, frequent complaints focus on flaky cross-device purchase restoration, monetization concerns (perceived high cost), and occasional resets that affect progress or purchases.

### Pros

- Extensive customization and themes, including dark mode, unlockable skins, coin-based rewards, and a no-guessing option.
- Faithful classic Minesweeper experience with modern extras such as daily challenges and various gameplay options.
- Offline play and generally stable performance (no internet required; few bugs reported).
- Ad-free option via a paid purchase, with optional ads for faster coin earnings.
- Charming visuals and polished, user-friendly UI.

### Cons

- Cross-device purchase restoration is unreliable; the Restore Profile feature often fails to restore purchases or syncs across devices.
- Perceived monetization issues; some users feel the price to play or to remove ads is too high.
- Progress or purchases can reset or fail to restore after updates, leading to loss of purchases or mismatched progress.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.still57.minesweeper)