Chrome Dino Timeline
From hidden Easter egg to global phenomenon
Dino Game is omni-present
The game remains a popular browser-based game, accessible when a user loses internet connection.
Initially, it had limited support on mobile, but it was eventually improved and became a staple on both desktop and Android Chrome versions.
Pterodactyls is introduced.
Pterodactyls are added as a feature in a browser update
The game was added as a fun distraction while users were offline.
Support for Older Devices
The game is re-released with updated code to support older devices.
The T-Rex character is internally named "Project Bolan", a reference to Marc Bolan, lead singer of the band T. Rex.
Dino Game is Born
The Chrome Dino game is released, designed by Sebastien Gabriel and his team.
Originally built as a fun Easter egg, the game quickly gained global popularity.