Comparison

Snake '97 vs Snake Evolution!

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Snake '97

Relive the classic mobile gaming experience with this faithful remake of the original Snake game. Enjoy nostalgic dot-matrix graphics, monotone sound effects, and challenging gameplay. Choose from multiple game modes and difficulty levels for hours of retro fun.

Highlights
  • Old school controls
  • Dot-matrix display
  • Original monotone sounds
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Snake 1 and Snake 2 modes
  • Classic game modes
  • Bonus creatures and wall-passing
Features
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Play Snake like it is 1997. This is a remake of the original Snake, complete with dot-matrix display and monotone sounds. Rewind time and get a dosis of nostalgia that is as addictive (and frustrating) as the original. Play Snake '97 and be prepared to lose some productive hours. Simply launch the app, touch a button and start! Snake '97 features: - old school controls - dot-matrix display - original monotone sounds (bleep bleep) - 9 original and 3 extra difficulty levels - Snake 1 and classic Snake 2 - 7 classic game modes (5110, 3210, 8210, 8850 and 3310, 3410, 7110 with Snake 2) - bonus creatures (Snake 2) - go through the walls! (Snake 2) - 5 original and 2 extra labyrinths (Snake 2) - a high score that cannot be reset (just like the original) The story behind this game is that my smartphone got damaged, requiring me to revert back to an old phone. Suddenly I knew the smartphone was missing something and the idea for a accurate Snake remake was born. Snake '97 is an homage to the classic mobile phone game programmed in 1997. By carefully analyzing the classic gameplay, timing and controls, this Snake '97 remake is one of the most accurate available. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, feel free to contact me. Have Snake fun! Best regards from Amsterdam, The developer, Willem.

About

Snake Evolution!

Experience the classic snake game reimagined with stunning visuals and addictive evolution mechanics. Grow from a tiny hatchling to a legendary serpent, unlocking new themes and power-ups. Compete globally and play anywhere, anytime, with no ads or in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Evolutionary gameplay stages
  • 12 unlockable snake themes
  • Game-changing power-ups
  • Global leaderboards via Game Center
  • Intuitive controls for all devices
  • Offline play
Features
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THE CLASSIC SNAKE GAME, REVOLUTIONIZED Remember the Snake game that captivated millions? It’s back, reimagined with breathtaking visuals, addictive evolution mechanics, and features that will keep you playing for hours. Welcome to Snake Evolution - where every game is a journey from a tiny hatchling to a legendary serpent! PLAY ANYWHERE Start your game on iPhone during your commute, continue on iPad at home, or enjoy on Apple TV with family. Experience the game optimized for each device - from precise touch controls to Siri Remote navigation. EVOLUTIONARY GAMEPLAY Watch your snake transform through stunning evolution stages as you progress: • Hatchling - Begin your journey as a small, eager serpent • Juvenile - Grow stronger with enhanced scales and speed • Adult - Unlock special abilities and visual effects • Ancient - Command respect with glowing auras and particle trails • Legendary - Achieve ultimate power with dynamic effects and lightning trails 12 STUNNING SNAKE THEMES TO UNLOCK Express yourself with beautifully crafted themes, each with unique visual effects: • Emerald Genesis - Nature’s embrace with organic particles • Ocean Depths - Dive deep with mesmerizing water effects • Fire Serpent - Blaze through levels with flame trails • Cosmic Wanderer - Journey through stars and nebulae • Golden Dragon - Achieve ultimate prestige • And 7 more spectacular themes to discover! POWER-UPS AND SPECIAL ABILITIES Collect game-changing power-ups that transform your gameplay: • Lightning Bolt - Supercharge your speed and score multiplier • Time Freeze - Slow down time for precision moves • Magnet - Attract food automatically • Ghost Mode - Phase through walls temporarily • Score Multiplier - Double your points for massive scores COMPETE GLOBALLY WITH GAME CENTER • Challenge players worldwide on multiple leaderboards • Track your best scores, survival time, and highest level • Compare achievements with friends • Climb the ranks from local champion to global legend FEATURES THAT MATTER • Intuitive Controls - Swipe or use on-screen controls, perfectly tuned for each platform • Progressive Difficulty - Speed increases naturally as you master each level • Stunning Visual Effects - Particle systems, dynamic lighting, and smooth animations • Haptic Feedback - Feel every food chomp and power-up (iPhone) OPTIMIZED FOR YOUR DEVICE • iPhone - Perfect for one-handed play with portrait orientation • iPad - Expanded view with enhanced graphics • Apple TV - Big screen excitement with Siri Remote controls • Mac - Native Apple Silicon support with keyboard controls PREMIUM EXPERIENCE, NO COMPROMISES • No ads - Ever • No in-app purchases - Complete game from day one • No internet required - Play anywhere, anytime • Regular updates with new themes and features PERFECT FOR EVERYONE Whether you’re a casual player looking for a quick game or a competitive player aiming for the global leaderboards, Snake Evolution offers endless entertainment. With multiple difficulty curves, theme unlocks, and evolution stages, there’s always a new goal to achieve. Join thousands of players rediscovering their love for Snake. Download Snake Evolution today and begin your evolution!

Screenshots

Snake '974 screens
Snake Evolution!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Snake '97 at Free against Snake Evolution!'s $0.99. Snake '97 also leads on ratings volume (4K vs 3) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Snake Evolution!'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 8 months). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Snake '97 is free to download; Snake Evolution! costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Snake Evolution! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Snake '97 has 4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Snake '97's written reviews are positive against 100% of Snake Evolution!'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Snake '97 ships an update every 8 months, Snake Evolution! every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Snake '97 versus Snake Evolution!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnake '97Snake Evolution!
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (4K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB19 MB
Age rating4+9+
Developerdsd 164Andrew Code

Customer experience

Snake '97

All ratings3,936 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews1,436 reviews
Positive92.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative4.5%

Snake Evolution!

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Snake '97

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Screen resizing issues
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Inconsistent scoring behavior
  • Accidental menu access during gameplay

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add haptic feedback for button presses
  • Implement a pause button
  • Provide an ad-free paid version
  • Optimize for larger screen sizes
  • Add more phone skin options

Snake Evolution!

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Snake '97

No in-app purchases

None

Snake Evolution!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Snake '97 free?
Snake '97 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Snake Evolution! free?
Snake Evolution! costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Snake '97 or Snake Evolution!?
Snake Evolution! is rated higher. Snake '97 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while Snake Evolution! averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Snake '97 or Snake Evolution! have ads?
Snake '97 shows ads; Snake Evolution! does not.
Which is updated more often, Snake '97 or Snake Evolution!?
Snake '97 ships an update every 8 months, and Snake Evolution! every 5 days. Most recently, Snake '97 was updated on November 12, 2026 and Snake Evolution! on November 12, 2026.

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