Arcade classic

Snake

Eat, grow longer, and don't crash into your own tail.

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Why you will love it

Easy to learn

Four directions and one goal, eat the food. You are playing in seconds.

Gets faster

Speed climbs with every level, so your reflexes are always tested.

Saves your best

Your top score is stored on your device, no account needed.

About Snake Game

Snake is a classic arcade game where you control a growing serpent as it moves around the screen. Originally popularized by Nokia mobile phones, Snake has become one of the most recognizable video games of all time.

How to play

Learn Snake in a minute

Snake is the timeless arcade game where you steer a hungry snake around the board, gobbling up food to grow longer, completely free and ad-free right in your browser.

Use the arrow keys, WASD, or swipe to steer the snake around the board.

Guide the snake onto the food to grow one segment longer and score points.

Avoid the walls and your own tail. The longer you get, the faster you go.

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Rules

Game rules

Snake runs on a simple set of rules, from how the snake moves to what scores points and what ends your run.

Movement: Snake moves continuously in the direction it's facing
Scoring: Eating food increases score by 10 points and adds one segment to the snake
Leveling: Level increases every 50 points, making the snake move faster
Game Over: Game ends when snake hits walls or its own body
Saving: Your progress is automatically saved between sessions
Records: Beat your best score to set new records

Strategy

Tips & strategies

A few good habits keep you alive longer and help you rack up higher scores as the snake speeds up.

Plan Ahead: Think about your path to avoid trapping yourself in corners. Always have an exit strategy.
Use Edges: Move along the edges to create more predictable patterns. The walls are your friends until they aren't.
Stay Calm: Don't panic at higher speeds - smooth movements work better than quick changes. Rhythm is key.
Create Space: Try to keep the snake's body forming loops rather than filling the entire screen randomly.
Practice Patience: Sometimes it's better to take a longer path to food for better positioning than to rush straight for it.

Techniques

Advanced techniques

Once the basics feel natural, these techniques help you squeeze the most out of every inch of the board.

Wall Following: Use walls as guides to maintain consistent movement patterns. This is safe but can be slow.
Spiral Technique: Create inward spirals to maximize space usage. This is crucial for high scores.
Corner Traps: Be extra careful near corners where escape routes are limited. Don't go into a corner unless you know how you're getting out.
Speed Control: Use game speed options to match your skill level. Start slow to learn the mechanics.
Rhythm Playing: Develop a steady rhythm for consistent performance. Tap to the beat of your own focus.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the things players ask most about the Snake game.

What happens when I eat food?

When the snake's head touches food, you gain 10 points, the snake grows by one segment, and new food appears in a random location. Every 50 points increases your level and snake speed.

Can I change the game speed?

Yes! When starting a new game, you can choose between Slow, Normal, and Fast speeds to match your skill level and preferences.

How does the scoring system work?

You earn 10 points for each food eaten. Every 50 points increases your level, which makes the snake move faster. Your best score is automatically saved and displayed.

What's the history of the Snake game?

Snake originated in the 1970s arcade game Blockade, but became globally famous through Nokia mobile phones in the late 1990s. It's one of the most ported video games in history.