Play Chrome Dino Game's Olympic Edition: Gymnastic

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Chrome Dinosaur Game Goes Olympic: The Gymnastics Edition

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Quick Facts

ℹ️ Summary

A special Olympic-themed version of the Chrome Dino game, where the T-Rex performs gymnastics on a pommel horse, introduced for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

👨‍💻 Creator

Google

🚀 Launched

2021-07

🟢 Status

Discontinued
(Recreated by elgooG)

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The Original Easter EggDiscovery and Activation

The standard Chrome Dinosaur Game is an endless runner activated by a lack of internet or by typing "chrome://dino" in the address bar. The Olympic variations, like gymnastics, were temporary additions for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021). Players accessed the gymnastics mode (and other sports) by starting the standard game and colliding with a blue Olympic torch, which appeared randomly.

Visuals and Features

Upon colliding with the torch, the game randomly selected one of several Olympic mini-games. In the gymnastics version, the T-Rex would be positioned on a pommel horse. The gameplay involved pressing the left and right arrow keys alternately to keep the T-Rex spinning. The goal was to maintain a consistent rhythm. There were also hurdles, equestrian, swimming, and surfing mini-games.

Like all Olympic events, it showed the same increasing game speed. The challenge lay in maintaining the proper timing as the speed increased, and the Olympic theme offers players some fresh feelings.

Impact and Reception

The addition of the Olympic-themed games, including gymnastics, to the Chrome Dino was positively received. It was a creative and fun way for Google to acknowledge and celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. The temporary nature of the update added to its appeal, encouraging players to experience it while it was available. The gymnastics mode, with its unique control scheme, offered a different type of challenge compared to the standard running game.

Discontinuation

The Olympic-themed variations, including gymnastics, were temporary, available only during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. After the Games concluded, these special modes were removed, reverting to the standard Dino game. This limited availability made them a unique and time-sensitive experience for players.

Experiencing the Restored Easter EggRecreated vs. Original

This website has meticulously recreated the Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Gymnastics edition, ensuring it matches the original experience in detail. The T-Rex on the pommel horse, the control mechanics, and the visual style are all faithfully reproduced. The gameplay is identical to the original version from 2021.

Beyond being a precise replica, this restored version offers enhanced accessibility. It supports both light and dark themes and is fully playable on mobile devices, providing a consistent experience across all platforms. This restoration preserves this unique and temporary version of the Dino game for future players.

The Restored Easter Egg Experience

To play the restored Olympic Gymnastics version of the Chrome Dinosaur Game on this website, scroll to the top of this page and click the button, which will take you 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 start.

You may need to first run into the blue Olympic torch to activate the Olympic modes.

If the gymnastics version is selected, use the left and right arrow keys alternately to keep the T-Rex spinning on the pommel horse. (Note: The specific Olympic event is randomly chosen, so you might get a different sport at first. Refresh to try again for gymnastics.)

Maintain a consistent rhythm as the game speeds up!

The original Chrome Dino game was intended to make the "no internet" experience more enjoyable. The Olympic variations demonstrated Google's ability to creatively adapt the game for special occasions. The random selection of Olympic events provided an element of surprise and replayability.

Conclusion

The Chrome Dinosaur Game: Olympic Gymnastics edition is a perfect example of how Google uses Easter eggs to engage with its users in creative ways. This temporary, themed version of the Dino game was a fun and engaging way to celebrate the Tokyo Olympics. This website is dedicated to preserving these digital artifacts, allowing you to relive this unique moment in internet history. Click the button below to start playing, try the other Olympic sports, and explore the other restored Google Easter eggs on this website!

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