Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Hurdling Edition
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Quick Facts
A special Olympic-themed version of the Chrome Dino game where the T-Rex runs 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 activated when there's no internet connection or by typing "chrome://dino" into the Chrome browser's address bar. The Olympic variations, including hurdling, were temporary additions for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021). To access the hurdling mode (and other Olympic sports), players started the standard game and then collided with a blue Olympic torch that appeared at random.
Visuals and Features
After colliding with the Olympic torch, the game would randomly select an Olympic-themed mini-game. In the hurdling version, the T-Rex remained on the ground but, instead of cacti, faced a series of hurdles. The gameplay was very similar to the original, requiring players to press the spacebar (or up arrow) to jump over the hurdles. Other games included swimming, equestrian, and gymnastics.
The core challenge of the game lies in the player's reaction time. As in the main game, players must use their judgment to press the jump button at the right time. The difficulty of the game also lies in the fact that it speeds up over time.
Impact and Reception
The Olympic-themed additions to the Chrome Dino Game, including the hurdling version, were well-received. They offered a fun and engaging way to connect with the Tokyo Olympics. The variety of different sports, each offering slightly different gameplay, increased replayability and encouraged players to try them all. The temporary nature of the update added to its novelty.
Discontinuation
The Olympic variations, including hurdling, were only available during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. After the Games concluded, these special modes were removed, reverting the game to the standard Dino runner. This made them a unique and time-sensitive experience.
Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg
Recreated vs. Original
This website's recreation of the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Hurdling edition is a precise replica of the original 2021 experience. The T-Rex, the hurdle design, and the overall visual style are all faithfully reproduced. The gameplay is identical to the original, ensuring an authentic experience.
Beyond being a perfect replica, this restored version is enhanced for modern platforms. It supports both light and dark themes and is fully playable on mobile devices, guaranteeing a smooth and enjoyable experience on any device. This restoration preserves this fun, limited-time version of the Dino game for everyone to enjoy.
The Restored Easter Egg Experience
To play the restored Olympic Hurdling version of the Chrome Dinosaur Game on this website, 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 begin.
- You might first need to run into the blue Olympic torch to activate the Olympic modes.
- If you get the hurdling version, press the spacebar (or up arrow) to jump over the hurdles. (Note: The specific Olympic event is randomly selected, so you might get a different sport at first. Refresh the page to try again for hurdling.)
- Time your jumps precisely as the game gets faster!
The original Chrome Dino game was created as a simple way to make the "no internet" experience less frustrating. The Olympic variations demonstrated Google's ability to adapt existing features for special events. The random selection of Olympic events added an element of surprise and encouraged players to try multiple times.
Conclusion
The Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Hurdling edition exemplifies how Google uses Easter eggs to creatively connect with its users. This temporary, themed version of the Dino game was a fun way to celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. This website is dedicated to preserving such digital artifacts. Click the button below to start playing, explore the other Olympic sports, and discover the other restored Google Easter eggs available on this website!
