Snake: Road to apple
- November 24, 2017
- ANV Team
Get on Steam"Snake: Road to Apple" is a modern take on the classic Snake game, now with 3D graphics and set in a bustling city environment. Grow your snake by collecting apples and other power-ups while avoiding obstacles and other vehicles on the road. Compete against other players on global leaderboards and unlock new skins and environments for your snake.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- A must-own for achievement hunters, offering a staggering 3000 achievements to unlock.
- The game is simple and nostalgic, reminiscent of classic Snake games, making it appealing to fans of the genre.
- Some players find the underlying story and themes surprisingly deep, adding a layer of engagement beyond just gameplay.
- The achievements are buggy and require long idle times, often forcing players to keep the game running for hours without interaction.
- The graphics and overall quality are considered subpar, with many reviews describing it as a poorly executed project.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth, leading to a frustrating experience for those expecting more from a modern game.
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users noting improvements over previous titles, while others criticize them as outdated and simplistic, likening them to early computer graphics. Overall, the visuals seem to lack detail and clarity, leading to a less immersive experience.
“A cult classic; this artwork inspired a generation.”
“Its artwork inspires you to imagine what a real snake may look like in its place.”
“Graphics are terrible, but to be honest, what did I expect.”
“Basically, the whole 1€ game consists of a blue snake on a green field, chasing red pomegranates and sometimes white flowers (or biscuits or I don't know what, the graphics are so Commodore 64 that I can't distinguish anything).”
“Pretty mediocre game that takes too long to give you all achievements, but at least it has better graphics than The Last of Us 1 for PC on launch.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features a surprisingly deep and bittersweet story of redemption and self-sacrifice, centered around the character Lucifer Morningstar, who seeks to destroy the Apples of Eden to reclaim his place in heaven. Beneath its simple gameplay lies a compelling narrative that adds significant depth to the overall experience.
“Holy shit, this game is awesome! At first, it looks like just a nice classic game where you eat apples and earn points, and to a degree it is, but there's actually an underlying story.”
“I'm not gonna spoil too much, but it's a sad and bittersweet story of redemption and self-sacrifice.”
“Under the simplicity of the game lies a brilliant thematic story; you are Lucifer Morningstar, and you are attempting to destroy the Apples of Eden to gain profound knowledge to reclaim your place in heaven... through sheer force.”
“The story is convoluted and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and lack depth, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
“The pacing of the story is inconsistent, with long stretches of dull dialogue that detract from the overall experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor mechanics, particularly regarding the achievement system, which many users feel detracts significantly from the overall experience and value of the game.
“The mechanics of how achievements are dropped make the gameplay feel trashy.”
“The game costs 100 times more than its actual gameplay value.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is notably lacking, with users highlighting the absence of a soundtrack and options for customization. While the concept of a snake's sound is intriguing, the execution falls short due to the minimalistic approach, leaving players without a musical experience.
“No remapping of the keys (only directional keys work), no options, no music, no levels.”
“Its soundtrack inspires you to imagine what a snake may sound like.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized due to buggy achievements, which detracts from the overall experience and suggests a lack of polish.
“Another game made only for the achievements, but the achievements are buggy.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the emotional impact of the game, particularly during a pivotal moment when the protagonist earns enough points to free his family, which evokes strong feelings and even tears. This emotional resonance contributes to the game's high ranking among players' favorites, especially given its low price point.
“The best part is when you earn a maximum of points and the snake has enough points to free his family. It made me cry, and it's not easy to make me cry. This game is easily on my top ten games of all time list, and it's only one dollar.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable for grinding, particularly for achieving various accomplishments.
