Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Swimming Edition
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Quick Facts
A special Olympic-themed version of the Chrome Dino game where the T-Rex swims, 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, a simple endless runner, activates when a user has no internet connection or by typing "chrome://dino" in the address bar. The Olympic versions, including swimming, were introduced as a temporary modification to celebrate the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which were held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
To access the swimming (and other Olympic) variations, players would start the standard game. Instead of avoiding only cacti and pterodactyls, a blue Olympic torch would appear. Running into this torch, rather than avoiding it, triggered the transformation.
Visuals and Features
Once the Olympic torch was collected, the game would randomly switch to one of several Olympic-themed mini-games. In the swimming version, the T-Rex would be wearing swimming goggles. The gameplay shifted from jumping over obstacles to diving under floating buoys, and now the T-Rex is in the water instead of running on land. Other Olympic variations included hurdles, surfing, equestrian, and gymnastics, each with different obstacles and visual themes.
Like the original game and other Olympic editions, if the player failed, the dinosaur would get a gold medal before the game reset. The Olympic-themed backgrounds and different actions offered some refreshment based on the original edition.
Impact and Reception
The addition of the Olympic-themed games to the Chrome Dino was widely praised as a fun and engaging way to celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. It demonstrated Google's ability to creatively adapt existing features for special events. The temporary nature of the update added to its novelty and encouraged players to try it out while it lasted.
The multiple variations, including swimming, kept the gameplay fresh and encouraged repeated attempts to experience all the different Olympic sports.
Discontinuation
As with the birthday edition, the Olympic-themed variations of the Chrome Dino Game, including swimming, were temporary. They were linked to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and were removed after the games concluded. This limited availability made them a unique and time-sensitive experience. The standard Dino game remained accessible.
Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg
Recreated vs. Original
This website has meticulously recreated the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Swimming edition, ensuring it matches the original experience in every detail. The swimming T-Rex, the underwater obstacles, and the overall visual style are faithfully reproduced. The gameplay functions identically to how it did during the Olympics.
In addition to being a perfect replica, this restored version offers enhanced compatibility. It seamlessly adapts to both light and dark themes and is fully playable on mobile devices, providing a consistent experience across all platforms. This restoration ensures that this fun, limited-time version of the Dino game is preserved for everyone to enjoy.
The Restored Easter Egg Experience
To play the restored Olympic Swimming edition of the Chrome Dinosaur Game on this website, simply scroll to the top of this page and click the button. You'll be taken directly to the dedicated game page.
Steps to Interact with the Easter Egg
- Click on the button at the top of this page.
- Once the game has loaded, press the spacebar to start (or tap the screen on mobile).
- You may need to first run into a torch to activate the Olympic mode.
- If you are in the swimming version, press the down arrow key to dive under the buoys. (Note: The specific Olympic event is chosen randomly, so you might get hurdles, surfing, or another sport first. Refresh to try for swimming.)
- The game speeds up, so stay focused!
The original Chrome Dino game was created by a small team at Google as a way to make the "no internet" experience less frustrating. The Olympic versions built upon this foundation, demonstrating how a simple concept could be adapted for special occasions. The randomness of the Olympic event selection added an element of surprise and replayability.
Conclusion
The Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Swimming edition is a prime example of how Google cleverly integrates timely 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 this and other digital Easter eggs, letting you experience this fun moment in internet history. Click the button below and try out all the different Olympic sports, and don't forget to explore the other restored Google Easter eggs on this website!