Snake Game Online
Snake is a free browser puzzle game for one player, rated Easy and suggested for ages 6 and up. Eat, grow and do not bite your own tail. It speeds up as you go. A game takes about 3 min. There is nothing to download and no sign-up.
How to play Snake
Start the game
Tap Start, or press any arrow key.
Steer the snake
Use arrow keys, swipe on the board or tap the pad. Eat the red dots. Avoid the walls and your own tail.
Game over
Tap Play again to beat your best score.
Stuck mid-game? Tap ? Help at the top of the game. It shows what to do at the exact step you are on.
Quick facts
- Players
- 1
- Time
- 3 min
- Devices
- Any phone or laptop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Suggested age
- 6+
- Cost
- Free
- Type
- Solo puzzles
- Good for
- Kids
Snake FAQ
How many people can play Snake?
Snake works with one player.
How do you play Snake?
Start the game. Steer the snake. Game over. The full steps are on this page, and the Help button inside the game explains each stage as you reach it.
Is Snake free? Do I need to download an app?
It is free. It runs in the browser on phones, tablets and laptops. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
How hard is Snake, and what age is it for?
Snake is rated Easy. Explained in under a minute. No strategy needed, and anyone can join halfway through. The suggested age is 6 and up. That is a guide: younger players can usually join with an adult on their team.
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