Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Surfing Edition
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Quick Facts
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).
2021-07
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
- Click on the button at the top of this page.
- Press the spacebar (or tap the screen on mobile) to begin the game.
- You might need to run into the blue Olympic torch to trigger the Olympic modes.
- 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.)
- 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!
