Underplayed Gems

War Mines: WW2 (2021)

War Mines: WW2 cover
Developer
The 6-month initiative
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.3 of 5, 48 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 57 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A leisurely yet thoughtful puzzle game that blends minesweeper mechanics with World War II scenarios, feeling methodical and lightly educational.

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What players say

Players are split on this minesweeper adaptation: some appreciate the WW2 theme and educational cutscenes, while others say the narrow level design forces too much luck over logic. Most agree it is very short, finishable in under an hour.

Screenshots

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