How to Download & Play Minesweeper on Windows 11 (Free Classic Version)

Remember Minesweeper, the iconic Windows game?
It used to be a built-in feature in Windows XP and 7.
But starting with Windows 10, it’s no longer pre-installed —
you now need to download it manually from the Microsoft Store.

Today, we’ll show you two ways to get it back on Windows 11:

✅ Install via the Microsoft Store

✅ Use a direct download version

💣 Direct Download: Classic Minesweeper for Windows 11

🛒 Install Minesweeper from Microsoft Store

1️⃣ Open the Start Menu and launch Microsoft Store.

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2️⃣ In the search bar at the top, type
🔍 “Minesweeper” or “Microsoft Minesweeper”.

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3️⃣ From the results, choose
Microsoft Minesweeper by Microsoft Studios / Xbox Game Studios.

4️⃣ Click the Install button to begin downloading.

5️⃣ Once installed:

• Access it from Start Menu → Games → Microsoft Minesweeper
• Or pin it to the taskbar for quick access

💡 Tip:
Sign in with an Xbox account to unlock achievements!

Play Minesweeper on Windows 11

Now you can enjoy the nostalgia of Microsoft Minesweeper on Windows 11 — anytime!

🎯 Quick Recap:

• Search and install from the Microsoft Store
• Or use the direct download version with no setup required