Snake
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How to play
- Press any arrow key (or swipe on mobile) to start the game and steer the snake.
- Eat the red food to grow longer — each bite is worth one point.
- The snake keeps moving in its current direction; you can turn up, down, left, or right, but never straight backwards.
- The game ends when the snake hits a wall or runs into its own body.
Strategy & tips
- Hug the edges early: sweeping along the walls keeps the middle of the board open for when your snake gets long.
- Plan two turns ahead — most deaths come from turning into a corridor your own body just closed off.
- Use the classic "lawnmower" pattern, sweeping back and forth in rows, once your snake takes up a big part of the board.
- Do not chase food the moment it spawns; approach it from a direction that leaves you an exit.
- A gap that looks closed will often open right as you arrive — the tail moves away every tick, so count cells before you panic-turn.
FAQ
Is this the classic snake game?
Yes — this is the classic snake formula: eat food, grow longer, avoid the walls and your own body. No power-ups and no gimmicks, just the pure game.
How do I control the snake on mobile?
Swipe anywhere on the board in the direction you want to turn. The snake starts moving on your first swipe.
Why can't I reverse direction?
A 180-degree turn would make the head collide with the neck instantly, so classic snake rules only allow 90-degree turns.
What is a good score?
Anything above 20 is solid. Past 40 the board gets crowded and every turn matters — that is where the real game begins.