https://github.com/ihefty/snakepy

Snake Eater game, a classic snake game implemented in Python using Tkinter for the graphical interface.
https://github.com/ihefty/snakepy

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Snake Eater game, a classic snake game implemented in Python using Tkinter for the graphical interface.

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/ihefty/snakepy
• Owner: IHEfty
• License: mit
• Created: 2024-10-30T18:14:59.000Z (2 months ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2024-10-30T18:28:59.000Z (2 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2024-10-30T19:24:18.436Z (2 months ago)
• Topics: python, snake, snake-game, snakegame, snakegame-py
• Language: Python
• Homepage:
• Size: 545 KB
• Stars: 0
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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# Snake Eater Game

Welcome to the **Snake Eater** game, a classic snake game implemented in Python using Tkinter for the graphical interface. In this game, you control a snake that grows longer as it eats food, including special food for bonus points!

## Preview

Here’s a preview of the game in action:

![Preview GIF](./res/preview.gif)

### Screenshots

![Start Screen](./res/1.png)

*Start Screen*

![Gameplay](./res/2.png)

*Gameplay in progress*

![Game Over](./res/3.png)

*Game Over Screen*

## Table of Contents

- [Preview](#preview)

- [Features](#features)

- [Installation](#installation)

- [How to Play](#how-to-play)

- [Game Controls](#game-controls)

- [Code Structure](#code-structure)

- [Contributing](#contributing)

- [License](#license)

## Features

- Classic snake gameplay with a growing snake.

- Regular food that increases the score.

- Special food that grants bonus points.

- Game over screen with the final score.

- Restart option to play again.

## Installation

1. Ensure you have Python installed on your computer. You can download it from [python.org](https://www.python.org/downloads/).

2. If Tkinter is not installed, you can install it using `pip`:

   ```bash

   pip install tk

   ```

3. Download or clone this repository to your local machine.

4. Navigate to the project directory in your terminal.

5. Run the game using the following command:

   ```bash

   python snake.py

   ```

## How to Play

- Use the arrow keys (or `WASD`) to control the direction of the snake.

- Eat the white food to grow the snake and increase your score.

- Special red food appears occasionally, providing extra points when eaten.

- Avoid colliding with the snake's own body.

## Game Controls

- **Arrow Keys**: Control the snake (Up, Down, Left, Right).

- **WASD Keys**: Alternative controls (W = Up, A = Left, S = Down, D = Right).

- **Restart Button**: Click to restart the game after a game over.

## Code Structure

- `Snake` Class: Manages the snake's properties and behavior.

- `Food` Class: Handles the placement and management of food items.

- Main game loop: Controls the game state, including movement and collisions.

## Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you find any issues or would like to add features, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.

## License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.

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Enjoy playing Snake Eater!