Snake Pit Applet Click here to load the game! Wait for the applet and sounds to finish loading, this may take a minute or two. The game screen will show 'Game Over' once everything is ready. In the meantime you can review the instructions below. Note: If the game doesn't seem to be responding to key presses, click your mouse pointer in the game area.
Playing the Game
Use the keyboard controls described below to maneuver the snake around the maze. Gobble up the mice to score points but avoid running into the walls or yourself. When the red key appears, grab it to advance to the next level. If you make it through all five levels, you start back at the beginning but the game will move a little faster.
Controls
S	Start Game	P	Pause Game
Cursor Left	Turn Left	Cursor Down	Turn Down
Cursor Right	Turn Right	Cursor Up	Turn Up
M	Toggle Sound*
*Note: If the game appears to run slowly on your machine, try turning the sound off. This will not affect game play.
Scoring
Mouse	10	Level Bonus	200
A an extra life is awarded for every 500 points scored.