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Snake
Play the timeless Snake game online for free. Eat the food, grow longer and don't crash — how high can you score?
Guide the snake around the board and eat the food to grow longer and score points.
The snake moves continuously — you only control its direction.
Every food eaten makes the snake one segment longer and slightly faster.
The game ends if the snake hits a wall or runs into its own body.
Your best score is saved, so you can keep chasing a new record.
- Use the arrow keys or WASD to change direction.
- On touch devices, swipe on the board or use the on-screen directional pad.
- Press Space or P (or the pause button) to pause and resume.
- Plan two or three moves ahead — the longer your snake, the earlier you need to commit to a path.
- Hug the walls in a lawnmower pattern when your snake gets long to avoid trapping yourself.
- Don't chase food along your own body; approach it from open space.
- Short, deliberate direction changes beat frantic tapping.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Snake game free?
Yes, Snake on classicgames.online is completely free. No download, no signup — just play.
Can I play Snake on my phone?
Yes. Swipe on the board to steer the snake, or use the on-screen directional buttons.
Is my high score saved?
Yes, your best score is stored in your browser so it's there next time you play on the same device.