🐍 Snake

About Snake

Snake is the classic arcade game where you guide a growing snake to eat food while avoiding walls and your own tail. Originally popularized on Nokia phones in 1998, this browser version features modern polish with smooth animations, progressive speed increases, and global leaderboards. Simple to learn, endlessly replayable, and playable in 2-5 minute sessions.

How to Play Snake

Use arrow keys or swipe to steer the snake toward food. Each food item makes the snake grow longer. Avoid hitting the walls or your own tail. The game ends when you collide with a wall or yourself.

Snake Tips and Strategy

1. Stay near the center of the board early on — hugging walls limits your escape routes
2. Plan 2-3 moves ahead instead of reacting to each food item
3. When your snake gets long, create a spiral pattern to maximize available space
4. Avoid doubling back on yourself — always keep a clear path to your tail
5. Speed increases as you grow, so practice quick directional changes early

Snake FAQ

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