Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Equestrian Edition
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Quick Facts
A special Olympic-themed version of the Chrome Dino game where the T-Rex rides a horse and jumps over hurdles, introduced for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021).
2021-07
Discontinued
(Recreated by elgooG)
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The Original Easter Egg
Discovery and Activation
The standard Chrome Dinosaur Game is a simple endless runner, activated when offline or by entering "chrome://dino". The Olympic variations, including equestrian, were temporary additions to celebrate the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021). To access the equestrian mode (and the other Olympic events), players started the standard game and then collided with a blue Olympic torch that would appear randomly.
Visuals and Features
When the player hit the Olympic torch, the game randomly switched to an Olympic sport. In the equestrian version, the T-Rex was mounted on a pixelated horse. The gameplay shifted from avoiding cacti to jumping over hurdles. The core mechanic of pressing the spacebar (or up arrow) to jump remained, but the timing and visual context were different. Other Olympic sports variants like swimming, hurdles, and gymnastics also appeared.
The Equestrian mode maintains the core mechanics of the original game, requiring players to press the jump button to clear obstacles. The difficulty lies in accurately timing jumps as the game speed increases.
Impact and Reception
The Olympic-themed additions to the Chrome Dino Game, equestrian included, were well-received by users. They provided a fun and timely way to engage with the Tokyo Olympics. The variety of sports, each with slightly different gameplay, added replay value and encouraged players to try them all. The temporary nature of the update created a sense of urgency and collectibility.
Discontinuation
The Olympic-themed variations, including the equestrian mode, were only available during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Once the Games ended, these special modes were removed, and the game reverted to the standard Dino runner. This made them a unique, limited-time experience.
Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg
Recreated vs. Original
This website has meticulously recreated the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Equestrian edition, ensuring it perfectly matches the original 2021 experience. The T-Rex on horseback, the hurdle designs, and the overall visual style are all faithfully reproduced. The gameplay functions identically to the original.
Beyond being a perfect replica, this restored version offers enhanced compatibility. It supports both light and dark themes and provides full mobile playability, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience on all devices. This restoration ensures that this fun, limited-time version of the Dino game is preserved.
The Restored Easter Egg Experience
To play the restored Olympic Equestrian version of the Chrome Dinosaur Game on this website, simply scroll down and click the button. This will take you directly to the dedicated game page.
Steps to Interact with the Easter Egg
- Click on the button at the top of this page.
- Press the spacebar (or tap the screen on mobile) to start the game.
- You may need to first run into the blue Olympic torch to activate the Olympic modes.
- If you are in the equestrian version, press the spacebar (or up arrow) to jump over the hurdles. (Note: The specific Olympic event is chosen randomly, so you might get a different sport initially. Refresh to try for equestrian.)
- Time your jumps carefully as the game speeds up!
The original Chrome Dino game was created to alleviate the frustration of a lost internet connection. The Olympic versions built upon this, showing Google's ability to adapt existing features for special events. The random selection of Olympic events added an element of surprise.
Conclusion
The Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Equestrian edition is a great example of how Google creatively integrates current events into its products. This temporary, themed version of the beloved Dino game provided a delightful way to celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. This website is dedicated to preserving these digital Easter eggs. Click the button below to start playing, try the other Olympic sports, and explore the other restored Google Easter eggs available on this website!
