To achieve a working game in so little code is an impressive feat, and since we found different keys responded on machines with different keyboards we’re curious how it does its keyboard input.

The QR snake game trend first started with MattKC's 2020 experiment, which actually inspired this new 56-byte implementation.

Ongoing efforts to make the most efficient DOS port for Snake culminate (at least for now) at just 56 bytes.

When you do, game over. Google, as part of its array of Google Doodle games, now has a version of Snake in which you have a daily challenge. Sometimes, you're in a very small space with obstacles.

A handheld console has launched on Kickstarter, which can be used to code and play retro games like Snake, and can also be connected to physical toys like Lego to bring them to life.