Guide a constantly moving snake around a walled grid, swallowing food pellets that make its tail grow longer with every bite. The board never gets bigger, so each meal tightens the space you have to maneuver. One collision with a wall or your own body ends the run.
How to play Snake
- Steer the snake toward the food pellet that appears on the grid
- Eat the pellet to grow longer and add points
- Avoid running into the outer walls
- Never cross over your own tail as it lengthens
- Keep eating to push your score as high as you can
Tips & strategy
- Hug the edges early to keep the open center free for later
- Plan turns a few cells ahead instead of reacting at the last moment
- Leave yourself an escape lane before the tail gets unwieldy
Controls: Arrow keys or swipe to change direction
Snake — FAQ
How do I win Snake?
There is no final win state; you aim to set the highest score before crashing.
Why does the snake speed up?
Many versions speed up slightly as you eat, raising the difficulty over time.
What are the controls for Snake?
Use the arrow keys or WASD on desktop, or swipe on mobile, to steer the snake up, down, left, or right. The snake moves on its own, so you only change its direction.
What is the goal of Snake?
Eat as much food as you can to grow longer and rack up the highest score possible. The game ends if the snake hits a wall or runs into its own tail.
Is Snake free to play with no download?
Yes, Snake runs free in any browser with nothing to install, and it also plays fully offline in the free Offline Games Arcade app for iOS and Android.
How do I get a high score in Snake?
Use the open space early and weave in tight, predictable loops so you always leave yourself an escape route as the snake grows. Avoid trapping your head against your own tail in the corners.
