Snake '97: retro phone classic

Name: Snake '97: retro phone classic
Rating: 4.4371586 (104663 reviews)
Author: dsd 164

By: dsd 164 Game

Play Snake like it is 1997. Snake '97 the retro phone classic. Play Snake 1 & 2!

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

13,779,362 ▲ 1.56K

Data as of 2026-07-25

Rating:

4.44 −17

(104,663)

Version:

7.4

Last updated: 2026-02-25

Ranking

#10,469 ▼ 25

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Snake '97: Retro Phone Classic is a faithful remake of the original Snake game from 1997. It features iconic dot-matrix display and monotone sounds for an authentic nostalgic experience. Players can enjoy both Snake 1 and Snake 2 modes with old school controls and seven classic game variants inspired by Nokia phones like the 5110, 3210, 3310, and others.

This Chrome extension offers 9 original plus 3 extra difficulty levels, bonus creatures, and unique gameplay elements such as going through walls and multiple labyrinths in Snake 2. The high score cannot be reset, staying true to the original game's addictive and frustrating challenge. Developed in Amsterdam, Snake '97 invites you to revisit classic mobile gaming while losing some productive hours to endless fun and nostalgia.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Game Games Entertainment

By:

dsd 164

Downloads:

13,779,362 1.56K

Rating:

4.44

(104,663) 17 ratings

Version:

7.4 Last updated: 2026-02-25

Version code:

Creation date:

2012-01-09

Publisher country:

Permissions:

com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
android.permission.VIBRATE Safe
com.dsd164.snake97.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

2.88MB

Email:

in*****@dsd164.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-25

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 10,469 ▼ 25

Other platforms

Snake '97: retro phone classic (v7.4)

4.70

(3,916)

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Developed by:

dsd 164

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dsd164.snake97

Email:

in*****@dsd164.com

Website:

http://www.dsd164.com

User Reviews

Reviews largely praise the game for its nostalgic, faithful replication of the classic Nokia Snake experience and enjoyable retro gameplay. However, recurring issues hurt the experience: intrusive ads, a buggy update that renders the game unplayable for some, and overlay/UI problems that can’t be disabled on certain devices, plus touch-triggered settings bugs. Despite these flaws, the retro charm keeps attracting players seeking a nostalgic throwback.

Pros

Nostalgia and retro Nokia Snake feel that recreates the classic experience across multiple reviews.
Faithful recreation of the original gameplay, capturing its charm and simplicity.
Overall fun and engaging retro experience that appeals to longtime fans.

Cons

Intrusive ads and a heavy ad experience that interrupts gameplay (e.g., after each death).
A problematic update (noted around 25/02/26) that made the game nearly unplayable for some users.
On-screen overlay controls (D-pad overlay) that cannot be easily removed on some devices, cluttering the screen.
Bug where settings open unexpectedly when touching the screen, hindering play.