Snake Retro Game Shortcode by Eskim
Classic retro Snake game embedded via shortcode. Built with canvas and pure JavaScript.
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- Small user base (80+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Snake Retro Game Shortcode… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| arcade | #9 |
| classic | >100 |
| game | #84 |
| retro | #10 |
| snake | #1 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Snake Retro Game Shortcode by Eskim
From the official readme · v1.2.1Description
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by Eskim adds a classic Snake game to your WordPress site, fully playable directly in the browser.
The game is embedded via the [snake_game] shortcode and is rendered with HTML5 canvas and vanilla JavaScript — no external libraries needed.
Features:
- Simple shortcode: [snake_game]
- Multiple games per page supported
- Fully customizable: colors, size, speed, countdown style
- Adjustable game speed (1 = slowest, 100 = fastest)
- Start countdown: 3…2…1…START (configurable)
- Pause/resume with Spacebar
- Highscore saved locally per game instance
- Score counter rendered on canvas
- Lightweight and responsive
Shortcode Parameters
You can customize the game using the following shortcode attributes:
background_color– canvas background color (default:#000)snake_color– snake segment color (default:lime)food_color– food color (default:red)border_color– canvas border color (default:#333)countdown_color– color of the countdown text on canvas (default:#AAAAAA)width– canvas width in pixels (default:300)height– canvas height in pixels (default:300)speed– snake speed from 1 (slow) to 100 (fast) (default:65)
All parameters are optional.
Controls
- Use arrow keys (← ↑ ↓ →) to move the snake.
- Press Spacebar to pause/resume the game.
- Click Start Game to begin or restart.
- Your best score is saved automatically per game instance.
License
GPL v2 or later
Support the Developer
If you enjoy this plugin and want to support its development, consider buying me a coffee:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/eskim
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/. - Activate the plugin via the “Plugins” menu.
- Add the
[snake_game]shortcode to any post or page.
Example usage:
[snake_game background_color="#111" snake_color="lime" food_color="yellow" border_color="#0ff" countdown_color="#aaa" width="400" height="400" speed="75"]
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the size and colors?
Yes — use the shortcode attributes.
Can I use this in a widget area?
Not in this version — use shortcodes in blocks or custom HTML widgets.
Is it mobile-friendly?
It works on mobile, but is best played on keyboard. Touch controls are not yet implemented.
Changelog
Fixes a bug where pressing two arrow keys too quickly could cause an unexpected game over.
1.2.1
- Fixed issue where pressing two arrow keys quickly could cause an instant game over
- Improved input handling to prevent unintended diagonal movement
- Minor cleanup and logic stabilization
1.2.0
- Added support for multiple games per page (no more ID conflicts)
- Local highscore saved per instance via localStorage
- Added start countdown (3…2…1…START)
- Improved canvas rendering and contrast
- Clean refactor of CSS and JS for multi-instance support
- Added support for translations
1.1.0
- Removed widget support
- Added mapRange logic for better speed control
- “PAUSED” label rendered on canvas
- Optimized shortcode-only version
1.0.0
- Initial release with shortcode and widget support
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FAQ
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by Eskim: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 9, 2026
Is Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… free?
Yes. Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… safe to use in 2026?
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 80+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E…?
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… is active on 80+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,291 times since it launched in April 2025. It was downloaded 89 times in the last 30 days.
Does Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… work with WordPress 7.1?
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… need?
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on May 5, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E…?
Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… is developed and maintained by Maciej.
What are the best alternatives to Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E…?
The most popular alternatives to Snake Retro Game Shortcode by E… are Miniclip Games Arcade (80+ installs), Online Games (70+ installs) and Pong Block (30+ installs).
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