Dinosaur Game
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Founded Date June 9, 2020
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Company Description
In an age of high-speed internet and advanced gaming technology, one of the most beloved video games in the world is a simple, pixelated dinosaur that jumps over cacti. The Chrome Dinosaur Game, commonly known as the Dino Game, has quietly become a cultural icon since its launch in 2014 — and it was never meant to be more than a fun surprise.
Created by Google developers Sebastien Gabriel, Alan Bettes, and Edward Jung, the game appears in the Chrome browser when users try to access the internet while offline. The gray dinosaur, affectionately named “T-Rex,” runs endlessly across a desert landscape, dodging obstacles like cacti and flying pterodactyls. The longer you survive, the faster it gets — and that’s it.
Despite its simplicity, the game has racked up millions of players and become a nostalgic go-to for students, office workers, and travelers stuck with no Wi-Fi. Its offline charm, minimal design, and addictive nature have turned it from a hidden Easter egg into an unofficial symbol of internet downtime.
“I was just trying to do homework, and the Wi-Fi went out,” recalls 15-year-old Ben Carter from the UK. “I opened Chrome and saw this dinosaur — two hours later, I was still trying to beat my high score.”