Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Surfing Edition

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Quick Facts

ℹ️ Summary

A special Olympic-themed version of the Chrome Dino game where the T-Rex surfs on waves, introduced for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021).

👨‍💻 Creator

Google

🚀 Launched

2021-07

🟢 Status

Discontinued
(Recreated by elgooG)

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The Original Easter Egg

Discovery and Activation

The base Chrome Dinosaur Game is a simple endless runner, accessible when offline or by entering "chrome://dino" in the Chrome address bar. The Olympic variations, including surfing, were temporary additions for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021). Accessing the surfing mode (and other Olympic events) required players to start the standard game and then collide with a blue Olympic torch that would appear randomly.

Visuals and Features

Upon colliding with the torch, the game would randomly transform into one of several Olympic-themed mini-games. In the surfing version, the T-Rex donned swimming goggles and stood on a surfboard. The gameplay changed from avoiding obstacles to a combination of jumping over obstacles(sharks and rocks) and diving under obstacles(buoys). Like other Olympic events, there were hurdles, equestrian, and gymnastics, and swimming.

The surfing game retained the increasing speed and difficulty of the base game, and offered a unique refreshing new background.

Impact and Reception

The inclusion of Olympic sports, including surfing, in the Chrome Dino Game was well-received, adding a timely and engaging element to a familiar feature. Google successfully leveraged a popular mini-game to celebrate a major global event. The temporary availability of the surfing and other Olympic modes encouraged users to play and experience them during the Olympics.

Discontinuation

The Olympic-themed versions, including surfing, were temporary additions to the Chrome Dino Game, available only during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Once the Games ended, the special modes were removed, reverting to the standard Dino game. This limited-time offering made them a unique and collectible experience.

Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg

Recreated vs. Original

This website's recreation of the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Surfing edition is a precise replica of the original 2021 experience. The surfing T-Rex, the wave dynamics, obstacles, and visual presentation are all faithfully reproduced. The gameplay is identical to the original.

Besides perfectly mirroring the original, this restored version is enhanced for modern platforms. It supports both light and dark themes and offers full mobile compatibility, ensuring a consistent and enjoyable experience on any device. This restoration helps preserve this fun, temporary variation of the Dino game.

The Restored Easter Egg Experience

To play the restored Olympic Surfing version of the Chrome Dinosaur Game, simply scroll down and click the button below. This will take you directly to the dedicated game page.

Steps to Interact with the Easter Egg

  1. Click on the button at the top of this page.
  2. Press the spacebar (or tap the screen on mobile) to begin the game.
  3. You might need to run into the blue Olympic torch to trigger the Olympic modes.
  4. If you get the surfing variation, use the up arrow to jump over sharks and rocks, use the down arrow to dive under buoys. (Remember, the Olympic event is randomly selected, so you may get a different sport first. Refresh to try again for surfing.)
  5. The game will get faster, so stay alert!

The original Chrome Dino game was designed to make the "no internet" experience less frustrating. The Olympic variations demonstrated the adaptability of the game and Google's commitment to engaging with users through current events. The random selection of Olympic events added an element of surprise and replay value.

Conclusion

The Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Surfing edition exemplifies Google's creative use of Easter eggs to connect with users. This temporary, themed version of the Dino game offered a fun and engaging way to celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. This website is committed to preserving these digital artifacts, allowing you to experience this unique piece of internet history. Click the button below to start surfing, try the other Olympic events, and explore the other restored Google Easter eggs available on this website!

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

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Dinosaur Game: Surfing

Experience the Olympic Limited Edition of the Chrome T-rex game, which can even be "hacked".

Press the Space/(Arrow) key or Touch👆 the T-rex to jump.

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Dino game. A pixelated dinosaur dodges cacti and pterodactyls as it runs across a desolate landscape. When you hear an audio cue, press space to jump over obstacles.

FAQ

What's exciting in the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Surfing?

The "Chrome Dinosaur Game: Surfing" (2020 Olympics Limited Edition) spices up the classic with new themes and Olympic-themed events. Olympic event-inspired backgrounds set the stage as players collect mini-torches to unlock special challenges. These include a hurdle race, gymnastics, swimming, and surfboarding. Triumph over obstacles and the dinosaur earns a gold medal—a playful nod from Google to the Olympic festivities. It's the perfect offline distraction while you're waiting to reconnect.

Try it out and see how far you can surf!

What is the Chrome Dinosaur Game?

The Chrome Dinosaur Game is an engaging, built-in feature of the Google Chrome web browser designed to entertain users when they're offline.

You control a pixelated T-Rex needing to leap over cacti and duck under pterodactyls in a desert setting. The game's difficulty ramps up with faster speeds and new challenges. Although it doesn't end, you can aim to beat your highest score, stored on your device.

To play, type chrome://dino in your browser or press the spacebar on the "No internet" page. Alternatively, visit this page(https://elgoog.im/dinosaur-game/) to enjoy the game anytime.

How do I play the Chrome Dinosaur Game?

Follow these easy steps to enjoy the Chrome Dinosaur Game.

  1. Hit the space bar or the up arrow to get started.
  2. Use the up arrow or space bar to help the dinosaur hop over cacti and Pteranodons.
  3. Press the down arrow for ducking under the obstacles.
  4. The game picks up speed over time. If you collide with an obstacle, it's game over, and you start again.
What is the Bot Mode in the Chrome Dinosaur Game?

Bot Mode in the Chrome Dinosaur Game lets you play with an AI robot that automatically jumps and ducks.

You can turn on Bot Mode with a simple click while in-game. It's perfect for seeing how long the game can run without human input. Plus, with Bot Mode, reaching scores like 99,999 or even 999,999 becomes effortlessly achievable.

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