# Shinro - Sudoku Matrix Mines

> Grid sweep solve bombs puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id406112544](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id406112544)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id406112544`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AkaTek LLC
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 3.80 / 5 (211 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-01-13
- **First published:** 2010-12-16
- **Size:** 35 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/shinro-sudoku-matrix-mines/id406112544)
- **Website:** [https://akatek.biz](https://akatek.biz/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://akatek.biz/apps/shinro/privacy](https://akatek.biz/apps/shinro/privacy)

## Description

Shinro Minesweeper is a logic puzzle game with some similarities to Sudoku. The objective is to locate the mines on the minefield. The minefield shows several arrows pointing to at least one mine. Not every mine has an arrow pointing at it. Count of the mines among the rows and columns is also given. Using this information the player needs to deduce the location of the mines.

By combining deduction, pattern recognition, and careful counting, players sweep the grid to clear mines. Shinro offers a fresh twist on classic grid-based logic games for puzzle fans on a Chrome extension.

## Rankings

- #110,106 — Overall

## Review summary

Shinro - Sudoku Matrix Mines is a fun, addictive puzzle with a unique Minesweeper/Sudoku hybrid and good visuals, offered free with ads. However, it suffers from stability and support issues: frequent freezes, unresponsive controls, and the need to reinstall often; long periods without updates and compatibility problems on newer iOS devices; restricted music playback; and a flawed flagging mechanic. These stability and usability problems are the most mentioned drawbacks.

### Pros

- Fun, addictive puzzle that's easy to learn
- Unique twist on Minesweeper with Sudoku-like logic
- Nice graphics and presentation
- Free/ad-supported model
- Plays well for short, casual sessions

### Cons

- Frequent freezes and unresponsive main screen/touch issues on various devices
- Needs frequent reinstalls to fix ongoing problems
- No updates for years and poor compatibility with newer iOS versions/devices
- Music playback is restricted while playing (cannot use other apps or music)
- Flagging system is flawed and some moves require guessing

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id406112544)