Snake Game: 7 Secrets to High Scores

The History of Snake

The Snake game became a worldwide phenomenon with the Nokia 6110 in 1997. With its simple yet addictive mechanics, it remains one of the most played mobile games of all time. Today, you can play it for free right in your browser!

7 High Score Strategies

1. Use the Edges

Early in the game when the map is empty, roam around the center. As your snake grows longer, move toward the edges and travel along the walls. This reduces the risk of collisions.

2. The Spiral Pattern

Trace a spiral from the outside of the map inward. This systematically covers the area and minimizes the chance of running into your own tail.

3. Don't Rush for the Food

If the food is far away, plan a safe route instead of making a beeline for it. Rushing is the most common cause of death.

4. Always Leave an Escape Route

Never box yourself into a corner. Always have at least one escape path available. Constantly keep track of where your tail is heading.

5. Speed Management

In our game, the speed increases every 5 pieces of food. At higher speeds, be more cautious and make less risky moves.

6. Space Management

Mentally divide the map into zones. After you've "filled" one zone, move on to the next. This prevents getting trapped with a long snake.

7. Practice, Practice, Practice

Snake requires reflexes and pattern recognition. The more you play, the faster you'll spot dangerous situations before they happen.

Controls

• Desktop: Arrow keys or WASD
• Mobile: Swipe on the screen