Episode 18: Today's episode join me and lets explore the fascinating journey of Minesweeper through an interview with Damien Moore, the visionary behind MinesweeperGame.com. Delve into the origins of Minesweeper, the celebrities who played this game, its evolution, strategic gameplay, online community, and the intricate mathematics that define this beloved game.
Check out Damien's games and links:
https://minesweepergame.com/
https://minesweepergame.com/forum/
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- (00:00) - Introduction to the Hey, Good Game Podcast
- (01:43) - Diving Deep into Minesweeper's History and Community
- (02:46) - Damien Moore: The Finer Miner's Journey
- (04:55) - The Evolution of Minesweeper and Its Competitive Scene
- (13:00) - The Technical Side of Competitive Minesweeper
- (21:43) - Minesweeper's Cultural Impact and Future Directions
- (25:57) - The Evolution of Minesweeper: From Mainframes to Microsoft
- (28:45) - A Personal Journey into the World of Minesweeper
- (28:59) - Microsoft's Strategic Move with Minesweeper and the Windows Entertainment Pack
- (29:45) - The Creative Process and Legal Challenges Behind Minesweeper
- (38:24) - The Cultural Impact and Mathematical Intrigue of Minesweeper
- (48:09) - The Future of Minesweeper: Archiving History and Embracing Community
- (48:51) - The Dream Board Phenomenon and Its Impact on Minesweeper Rankings
- (54:14) - Closing Thoughts and Where to Find More on Minesweeper
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Check out our brainy games:
Sumplete - https://sumplete.com
Kakuro Conquest - https://kakuroconquest.com
Mathler - https://mathler.com
Crosswordle - https://crosswordle.com
Sudoku Conquest - https://sudokuconquest.com
Hitori Conquest - https://hitoriconquest.com
Wordga - https://wordga.com
