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Snake '97: retro phone classic

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89%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
monetization, stability
89% User Score Based on 1,020 reviews

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Snake '97: retro phone classic is a single player action game. It was developed by dsd 164 and was released on February 20, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Snake '97: retro phone classic is a nostalgic single-player action game that faithfully recreates the original Snake experience with dot-matrix visuals and monotone sounds. It features multiple classic modes, difficulty levels, and worldwide rankings, offering addictive gameplay that can consume hours. However, the game includes frequent advertisements that may disrupt the experience.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,020 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
monetization29 negative mentions

  • The game perfectly captures the nostalgia of the original Snake from Nokia phones, providing a faithful recreation of the classic experience.
  • Players appreciate the variety of phone skins and versions of Snake available, enhancing the nostalgic feel.
  • The game is simple and addictive, making it a great way to pass the time and relive childhood memories.
  • Many users report issues with controls, including lag and unresponsive buttons, making gameplay frustrating.
  • The presence of frequent ads disrupts the gaming experience, with some players expressing a desire for a paid ad-free version.
  • Some players experience technical issues, such as the game freezing or not loading properly, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
  • monetization
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users expressing frustration over the presence of ads, which they find intrusive and excessive. While some appreciate the option to play without ads by turning off their Wi-Fi, a significant number of players are willing to pay for a one-time purchase to remove ads entirely. Overall, the game is praised for its nostalgic appeal and gameplay, but the monetization strategy through ads is a common point of contention among users.

    • “❤️❤️ One of the things I love is that there are no ads!”
    • “Great, simple, and no in-app purchases!”
    • “No advertising, lots of fun!”
    • “I've had this app for so many years, disappointed if not surprised to see ads were added without an option to remove them.”
    • “My only issue with this app is the ads, honestly I would pay 3 dollars for this game any day but I'm stuck watching lame ads.”
    • “Ruined with ads, no option to buy an ad-free version.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their nostalgic appeal, closely resembling the original designs of classic mobile games, particularly the Nokia aesthetic. While many users appreciate the clear and simple graphics that evoke a sense of nostalgia, some express dissatisfaction with the controls and occasional issues related to downloading graphics. Overall, the visuals successfully transport players back to a simpler gaming era, though opinions on their quality vary.

    • “Btw, clear graphics, and some fun options.”
    • “Awesome game that instantly transports me back to being a bored 13 year old in maths class, extra points for authentic Nokia aesthetic and not modernizing it.”
    • “Very Y2K aesthetic, very nice.. takes me back to 2008 where I wanted a pink flip phone so bad but the only thing my mom had was a Nokia so I would just play Snake.”
    • “Hate the graphics and the sound effect.”
    • “This game has bad graphics; also, it is hard to control the snake.”
    • “Doesn't want to play; it displays that my device is offline and needs to download graphics.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its nostalgic references, particularly the inclusion of a retro Nokia phone, which players find hilarious and charming. Many appreciate the funny reproduction of old phone graphics, though some wish for modern adaptations like full-screen support and improved controls. Overall, the game successfully elicits laughter and nostalgia among its audience.

    • “I find it hilarious that it shows the Nokia phone.”
    • “So hilarious how it's actually retro.”
    • “This is a very funny game.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its high-resolution graphics and faithful recreation of the classic Nokia Snake experience, offering a simple and clean interface. However, some users express frustration with intrusive advertisements during gameplay, while others appreciate the absence of ads, realistic graphics, and the game's small file size, contributing to a unique gaming experience.

    • “High-resolution phone images, perfect mirroring of the gameplay and behavior of classic Nokia Snake, and just an overall simple and clean experience.”
    • “No ads, simple gameplay, realistic graphics, and tiny file size!”
    • “Gives it a unique gameplay.”
    • “Adverts over the actual gameplay, how disgusting.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a faithful recreation of its mechanics, but players have reported a notable glitch that causes brief freezes during loss moments, allowing for unintended corrections. Overall, stability issues need to be addressed to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “Faithful recreation, though there's a weird glitch where the game freezes for a split second when you would normally lose, which allows you to correct yourself.”
    • “Needs glitches fixed.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply impactful, often describing it as a poignant and immersive experience that resonates on a personal level. The narrative and character development evoke strong feelings, making players feel connected to the story and its themes. Overall, the emotional depth enhances the overall gameplay experience significantly.

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Snake '97: retro phone classic is a action game.

Snake '97: retro phone classic is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

Snake '97: retro phone classic was released on February 20, 2018.

Snake '97: retro phone classic was developed by dsd 164.

Snake '97: retro phone classic has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Snake '97: retro phone classic is a single player game.

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