Minesweeper Smartphone App Brings Back the Long-Lost Explosive Logic Game
Amelia Roblin — January 9, 2014 — Tech
References: play.google & geeky-gadgets
Even with the countless games that have captured the attention of mobile phone users in recent years, the Minesweeper smartphone app is set to stand out. The game might be dated, but it remains clever and was appreciated as being completely consuming, not to mention its recurrence is enticingly nostalgic.
Known as Minesweeper Q by Spica for the iPhone iOS, the thought-provoking pastime is also available by Sylvain Saurel for Androids under its basic name. The Apple-compatible version offers players some customization for the look of the bomb-checkered surface while the latter version maintains its familiar 90s appearance. You're encouraged to create an account with the new Minesweeper smartphone application, enabling you to track your scores and compare them on an international leaderboard.
Known as Minesweeper Q by Spica for the iPhone iOS, the thought-provoking pastime is also available by Sylvain Saurel for Androids under its basic name. The Apple-compatible version offers players some customization for the look of the bomb-checkered surface while the latter version maintains its familiar 90s appearance. You're encouraged to create an account with the new Minesweeper smartphone application, enabling you to track your scores and compare them on an international leaderboard.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Gaming Resurgence - Opportunity for developers to create and release updated versions of classic games that appeal to a sense of nostalgia.
2. Mobile Gaming Nostalgia - Opportunity for mobile game developers to tap into the market of users who enjoy long-lost games that bring back fond memories.
3. Personalized Gaming Experience - Opportunity to develop apps that allow users to customize the look and feel of classic games, like Minesweeper Q by Spica for iPhone iOS.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile App Development - Industry that can benefit from creating retro-style games with updated graphics and personalization features.
2. Gaming - Industry that can capitalize on the nostalgia of classic games by developing and releasing updated versions of popular titles, like Minesweeper.
3. Social Media - Industry that can leverage the competitive aspect of Minesweeper and other classic games by integrating them into their platforms, allowing users to compete against friends.
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