Google's "Underwater Search" Easter Egg
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Quick Facts
A whimsical Easter egg that simulates a Google search page floating underwater with various sea creatures.
2012
Discontinued
(Recreated by elgooG)
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The Original Easter Egg
Discovery and Activation
The Underwater Easter egg was a visual and interactive feature created by Google, allowing the search results page to appear as if it was underwater. This feature was a fun and lighthearted way to add some whimsy to the search experience. It is not exactly known when this Easter egg was launched but it was sometime around 2012.
To discover the Easter egg, users had to search for the term "Google Underwater" or "水下搜索". Upon searching, the entire search results page would appear to be submerged under water, with various sea creatures swimming around. The search bar would also float on the top of the water.
Visuals and Features
The underwater search results page would include various animated fish, turtles, and other sea creatures swimming across the screen, and the search results themselves would bob up and down as if floating in the water. The overall effect was a playful and engaging visual experience that transformed the typical search results page into an underwater scene.
This Easter egg was primarily a visual treat and did not offer any interactive elements besides the ability to still perform searches. It was available on both desktop and mobile devices and added a touch of fun to the otherwise straightforward Google search experience.
Impact and Reception
The Underwater Easter egg was popular among users and was widely shared on social media platforms. The unique visual transformation of the search results page was praised for its creativity and was considered a fun surprise that distinguished Google's search experience. The Easter egg was enjoyed by users of all ages, and it generated positive feedback for its lighthearted nature.
It not only amused users but also showcased Google's ability to create visually appealing and engaging features that added value to the overall search experience. The Easter egg created a memorable and fun distraction from the usual search routine.
Discontinuation
Google officially discontinued the Underwater Easter egg after a period of time, as is common with many of their interactive features. The removal was in line with Google's practice of updating and rotating its Easter eggs. While the removal did disappoint some users, the Easter egg has been preserved by platforms like elgooG, allowing users to still access the feature.
The original Easter egg is no longer available on Google's search engine, but it remains accessible through recreations, which offer the same visual underwater experience as the original, thus ensuring that users can still enjoy the fun and lighthearted nature of the feature.
Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg
Recreated vs. Original
This restored version by elgoo.im is a near-perfect visual and functional replica of the original, offering an identical experience. Furthermore, it includes enhancements in certain details and boasts excellent support for both light/dark themes and mobile access.
The Restored Easter Egg Experience
To experience the restored Underwater Easter egg on this page, click the button at the bottom of the page to enter the dedicated page for this Easter egg. Once on the dedicated page, the entire search results page will be submerged underwater, with various sea creatures swimming around. The search bar floats on the top of the water.
The restored version on elgooG provides an identical experience to the original Google Easter egg, offering the same visual transformation of the search results page. The animated fish and other sea creatures perfectly replicate the original effect, providing the same engaging and fun visual treat.
Steps to Interact with the Easter Egg
- Click on the button at the bottom of this page.
- Observe the search results page filling with water.
- Watch as various sea creatures swim across the screen.
- Notice the search bar floating on top of the water.
- Interact with the page as you normally would, while enjoying the underwater theme.
The restored Easter egg on elgooG is designed to function seamlessly across various devices and platforms. The recreation maintains all the key visual elements of the original, ensuring users have the same experience as before. Additionally, it has been optimized for different browsers and devices, thus ensuring the underwater scene is consistently displayed.
Conclusion
The Underwater Easter egg was a whimsical and creative feature that transformed the Google search results page into an underwater scene, offering a fun and lighthearted visual experience. Though discontinued by Google, it has been carefully restored on elgooG, allowing users to enjoy this unique digital artifact once more. This recreation highlights the importance of preserving digital creativity and invites users to explore other restored gems.
Explore the restored Underwater Easter Egg on elgooG and discover other restored gems, and immerse yourself in the world of digital nostalgia.