Nothing Launches Community Widgets App, Revives Nokia’s Classic Snake Game on Smartphones
Nothing has launched a new app called Nothing Community Widgets, designed to bring interactive elements to its smartphones. The app, developed with input from the company’s dedicated user base, features a range of widgets, including games and tools. One of the first standout features of the app is a classic Snake game, which revives the nostalgia of the iconic game that once graced Nokia phones. This widget is exclusive to Nothing smartphones, such as the Nothing Phone 2 and the upcoming Nothing Phone 2a Plus. The game was developed after a proposal by community member Rahul Janardhanan in January, and the brand partnered with developer Thomas Legendre, who has contributed to other Nothing projects like Ear (web) and Simone Glyph Game.
The Snake game widget can be easily placed on the home screen of Nothing smartphones, just like any other app or widget. The gameplay follows the familiar mechanics of the classic Nokia version—eating red dots to make the snake grow longer while avoiding self-collision. Each dot adds a point to the score, and as the snake grows, its speed increases, making the game progressively more challenging. The game ends when the snake collides with itself, similar to the original gameplay.
However, the controls for this modern version of Snake have been revamped. Instead of using the directional keypad buttons that were once standard on Nokia phones, the Snake game on Nothing smartphones is controlled through swipe gestures, making it more intuitive and fitting for today’s touchscreen devices. This change aims to enhance user experience while maintaining the essence of the original game.
This community-driven approach to app development reflects Nothing’s commitment to creating unique, user-focused experiences. By involving its users in the creation of apps and widgets like the Snake game, the company strengthens its bond with its audience while offering fun and nostalgic elements for its smartphones. With the release of the Nothing Community Widgets app, Nothing continues to innovate, bringing new experiences to its growing user base.
