Corporation-crafted Minesweeper chaos delights players, this roguelike game.
Going Deeper with BroomSweeper:
Step onto the dusty office floors of BroomSweeper, a fresh take on the classic Minesweeper that doesn't shy away from chaos and unpredictability. This game twists the familiar puzzle formula, throwing in a surreal corporate dystopia backdrop and a slew of randomizers that keep you on your toes.
BroomSweeper plops you down as a cleaner, tasked with clearing out successive office floors by clicking on tiles - but these aren't mere numbers. Instead, they're bags of trash, and the mines are... bunnies? Yes, you heard that right. Mistake a bunny-mine for safe space, and your "Hiring Potential" takes a hit, or in simpler terms, you're one step closer to getting fired.
At first glance, BroomSweeper feels like your run-of-the-mill Minesweeper, beyond the off-kilter atmosphere. But as you delve deeper, things start to snowball. More and more bunnies appear with each board, and strange modifiers come into play. Deceptive numbers, tiles hosting multiple bunnies, even infinite bunnies and tentacles that block your view - it gets bizarre quickly.
Initially, it feels like an unfair battle. How can you possibly solve a Minesweeper board with incomplete or actively deceptive information? But persistence pays off, and you'll start to notice patterns and develop new strategies. Classic strategies won't cut it here, but new ones start to form as you hunt for inconsistencies and likelihoods.
To even the odds, you can earn money by completing levels and spend it on handy items at vending machines. There are life-savers like a check that bribes the bunnies to leave and an upgraded broom that reveals all corners at your first click, but the best part? Bosses on each floor offer insane power-ups if you can take them down.
The result? A frenzied, yet focused type of chaos, all anchored by the cold, hard predictability at the heart of Minesweeper. It's you and the game, each trying to outmaneuver the other with every dirty trick and strategy. In its own twisted way, BroomSweeper teaches you to embrace uncertainty and adapt on the fly.
Unlockable characters add an extra layer of madness to the game, each with unique strengths and weaknesses. I've found myself especially fond of Mae Tenance, an elderly cleaner who always knows the total number of bunnies in each row. A double-edged sword, as her number of bunnies escalates faster compared to other characters, forcing you to find strategies to mitigate it.
So, ready to dive into the chaotic world of BroomSweeper? Jump into the demo available now on Steam and experience the roller-coaster ride of twists, turns, and bunny-filled mines. If you're ready to test your skills (or just looking for a new level of infuriation), give it a shot before the Steam NextFest ends on June 16.
Robin ValentineFormer editor of the esteemed PC Gamer magazine and the recently departed GamesMaster, Robin brings decades of games journalism experience and a lifelong love for PC gaming to the table. First captivated by the magical beam of a monitor as he fumbled through Simon the Sorcerer on his uncle's computer, he's been hooked ever since. Now, he's channeling his passion into filling this lovely site with insightful features, opinions, news, and reviews.
In the captivating world of BroomSweeper, you'll partake in a season filled with unexpected twists, competitive races, and high-stakes games. The fight for survival is real as you strive to win each level amidst deceptive numbers and surprises around every corner. BroomSweeper offers an exhilarating blend of entertainment and strategy, making it a unique addition to the gaming world that will surely keep you engrossed until you outsmart the bunnies.
