Twist to the classic minesweeper game

InfiniSweeper is a free puzzle game from an indie developer who goes by the name Ataraxia Mechanica. It takes inspiration from the classic minesweeper game but adds its own twist. It takes cues from the mathematical theory of recursions that results in virtually infinite boards appearing on top of one another.

Just like Hexcells Plus and Hexcells Infinite, InfiniSweeper attempts to inject some new ideas and unique mechanics into the already solid formula of the original minesweeper. Where the original changes the orientation for a different feel, this new iteration goes for more complex and challenging gameplay.

Collapsing into itself

In computer science, the term recursions refer to a method of solving mathematical problems wherein the solution depends on solutions to smaller instances of the same problem. Another way of thinking about it would be solving a big intricate puzzle layer by layer. This concept is what the game InfiniSweeper takes inspiration from and what it is trying to incorporate into its gameplay.

The classic minesweeper game is already deceptively simple as it is, but InfiniSweeper ups the difficulty even higher and requires a bit more thought and consideration to solve. What’s more, recursions can pop up at any time and could be self-contained and separate from a board you were trying to solve. Things can get pretty overwhelming and get out of hand if you don’t pay close attention.

While there isn’t a built-in level editor per se, the developer does mention that you can edit the .toml files to your liking. Also, its source code and assets are freely available if you want to have a crack at making your own game. Suffice it to say, you will have a pretty difficult time with this one, but if you like a good challenge, it will be your jam.

Infinitely unpredictable

If you like classic puzzle games like minesweeper and want a good challenge, you can find both in InfiniSweeper. It takes the whole gameplay premise of the original and cranks the difficulty up to 11. The unpredictable nature of the boards and complex problem-solving will test your wits. It’s not for the weak-willed and that is what makes it interesting.