About Centipede

Blast away at the descending centipede as it weaves unpredictably through a maze of colorful mushrooms. Master precision shooting while dodging obstacles in this fast-paced, nostalgic arcade classic. Test your reflexes and enjoy endless fun in a timeless challenge that captivates players decades after its debut.

Centipede is a snake browser game you can play directly on ShadowBot without installing a separate app. It is embedded from the official GamePix catalog. Uses a landscape layout with more room on tablets, laptops, and desktop screens.

Centipede belongs to the snake category, which helps players discover similar games faster on ShadowBot.

The landscape layout makes it easier to understand how this game is designed to be played in the browser.

Because the game is embedded directly on ShadowBot, players can start immediately without leaving the site or creating an account.

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How to play Centipede

1Start Centipede in the player above and wait for the game menu to finish loading.
2Use the instructions shown inside the game to learn its keyboard, mouse, or touch controls.
3Play a short first round, then restart and apply the tips below to improve your score or progress.

Gameplay tips

Use the first attempt to learn the movement rhythm rather than chasing a record.
Watch the space ahead of your character so hazards do not become last-second surprises.

Controls are provided by the game publisher and can vary by device. If something does not work, use the report button and include your browser and device.