How do you play Snake?
Steer the snake with the arrow keys. Each apple adds one square to its length and 10 points. Run into a wall or your own body and it is over, so plan your path as you grow.
The snake never stops and cannot turn straight back. It speeds up a little with every apple. Press any direction to start.
What are the modes?
| Mode | Walls | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Relaxed | Wrap to the other side | Slow |
| Normal | Solid | Medium |
| Fast | Solid | Fast |
What is the star?
Every fifth apple brings out a star that disappears after a few seconds. It is worth 50 points and adds three squares. When it starts blinking it is about to vanish.
Tips
- Circle along the walls. Wiggling in the middle traps you in your own body.
- Leave an escape toward your tail. The tail keeps moving away, so following it is safe.
- Queue your turns. You can press two or three turns ahead and the snake follows them.
- Zigzag in rows when long. Filling the board row by row lets you go the distance.
Your best score for each mode is saved in this browser.