Snake

Steer the snake with the arrow keys. Each time it eats food the snake grows by one segment and the game speeds up a little. Try not to hit a wall or your own tail.

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Use the arrow keys on a keyboard; swipe with your finger on a touch screen. Press ESC to pause.

Leaderboard

Top scores

Leaderboard

How to play

  1. Change the snake's direction with the arrow keys (or by swiping on screen).
  2. Move onto the food that appears; the snake grows and your score goes up.
  3. The game gradually speeds up with every piece of food.
  4. The game ends if you hit a wall or your own body.

Frequently asked questions

How do I survive longer in Snake?

As the snake grows, follow a tidy sweeping pattern along the edges and avoid sharp turns in the middle. That lowers the risk of closing your tail on yourself and trapping yourself in a corner.

Why does the snake speed up over time?

The game speeds up a little with every piece of food. This makes the difficulty rise as the game goes on; the higher your score, the more your reflexes are tested.

Can I turn back and cross over myself?

No. The snake cannot instantly reverse direction — that move counts as a collision with your body. You can only turn to directions perpendicular to your current heading.