zoom_in Click to enlarge

Snood

▲ ▼

language

description Snood Overview

Snood is a tile-matching puzzle video game created by Dave Dobson and first released as shareware in 1996. Players launch character-faced pieces called Snoods toward a mass at the top of the screen; connecting three or more of the same type removes them, and unsupported pieces fall away. Its play structure resembles the bubble-shooter format associated with Puzzle Bobble, but its distinctive faces, aiming system, and shareware distribution helped establish Snood on Macintosh and Windows computers.

help Snood FAQ

What kind of game is Snood?

Snood is a tile-matching puzzle game where players shoot small character heads from the bottom of the screen to connect with matching groups above. It operates very similarly to *Puzzle Bobble* (Bust-a-Move) but uses unique monster-like characters instead of plain bubbles.

Who created the original Snood game?

The game was created by Dave Dobson and released as shareware in 1996. It became incredibly popular on Mac and Windows PC systems during the late 90s and early 2000s, becoming a notorious distraction in offices and schools.

What is the objective of Snood?

The goal is to clear the board by launching Snoods so that three or more of the same color are touching, causing them to fall away. If the descending Snoods reach the bottom of the screen before you clear them, the game is over.

Was Snood ever released on handheld consoles?

Yes, following its massive success on PC, Snood was ported to various platforms including the Game Boy Advance and the Nintendo DS. These versions allowed fans to play the classic 1996 puzzle game on the go.

swap_horiz

Looking for Snood alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored

arrow_forward