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BombSweeper
炸弹扫雷兵
BombSweeper is a puzzle game for the NES developed as a homebrew title in 2004. The game adapts the classic Minesweeper formula for console play, challenging players to clear grid-based boards by uncovering safe tiles while avoiding hidden bombs. The objective is to reveal all non-bomb tiles on each level without triggering explosions. Players use the NES controller to navigate the grid and select tiles, with simple button inputs making it accessible despite the strategic nature of the gameplay. The game features multiple levels of increasing difficulty, each presenting a new board layout with varying bomb distributions. Success requires careful deduction and risk assessment as players identify patterns and use revealed information to determine which tiles are safe. BombSweeper offers straightforward puzzle gameplay that respects the NES's input limitations while delivering the core satisfaction of solving Minesweeper-style challenges on a home console.
- Developer
- Homebrew
- Released
- 2004
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Puzzle
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1.6K)
- Last updated
BombSweeper Controls — NES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for BombSweeper on our in-browser NES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
BombSweeper Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of BombSweeper on NES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
Watch longplay on YouTube
"BombSweeper" NES longplay 2004
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was BombSweeper released?
BombSweeper was released in 2004 for the NES.
Who developed BombSweeper?
BombSweeper was developed by Homebrew, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does BombSweeper support?
BombSweeper is a single-player Puzzle game for the NES.
What type of game is BombSweeper?
BombSweeper is a Puzzle game for the NES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play BombSweeper for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — BombSweeper runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play BombSweeper in the browser?
No. BombSweeper streams from a public archive into a browser-side NES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in BombSweeper?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original NES cartridge supported.
Does BombSweeper work on mobile devices?
Yes — the NES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play BombSweeper this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of BombSweeper. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
