Snake is a classic arcade game that's easy to learn but challenging to master. Here's everything you need to know to become a Snake champion!

Game Objective

Control the snake to eat food and grow longer while avoiding collisions with your own body. The goal is to achieve the highest score possible!

Controls

Desktop/Laptop

• Arrow Keys: Use ↑ ↓ ← → to control the snake's direction
• WASD Keys: Alternative control using W (up), A (left), S (down), D (right)
• Spacebar: Pause/Resume the game

Mobile/Tablet

• Swipe Gestures: Swipe in the direction you want the snake to move
• Tap to Pause: Tap the game board to pause/resume

Game Rules

• The snake moves continuously in the direction you choose
• Eat the yellow food to grow longer and increase your score
• Each food item gives you 10 points
• The snake cannot move backwards into itself
• The snake wraps around the screen edges
• Game ends if the snake collides with its own body

Difficulty Levels

Easy

Perfect for beginners. Slower snake movement gives you more time to think and react.

Medium

Standard gameplay speed. Good balance between challenge and playability.

Hard

Fast-paced action for experienced players. Quick reflexes required!

Tips for High Scores

• Plan ahead: Think about your snake's path before making moves
• Use the edges: The screen wrapping can help you escape tight situations
• Stay calm: Don't panic when the snake gets longer
• Practice patterns: Learn common movement patterns
• Take breaks: Use the pause feature to rest and plan

Scoring System

Your current score and high score are displayed during gameplay. The high score is saved locally in your browser, so challenge yourself to beat your personal best!

Sound Effects

Toggle sound effects on/off using the speaker icon. The game includes:

• Eating food sound
• Game over sound
• Menu selection sounds
• Countdown sounds

Ready to play? Head back to the game page and start your Snake adventure!