The Dinosaur Game, also known as the Chrome Dino or T-Rex Runner, is a simple yet addictive browser game built into Google Chrome. Launched in 2014, this game was created to entertain users whenever they lose their internet connection. What began as a small Easter egg has become an iconic symbol of digital nostalgia.
How the Game Works
The concept is straightforward: you control a pixelated T-Rex dinosaur who runs endlessly through a desert. Your goal? Avoid obstacles like cacti and flying pterodactyls by jumping or ducking. The longer you survive, the faster the game becomes, testing your reflexes and focus. You can play it using the spacebar or arrow keys on a keyboard—or simply tap the screen on mobile devices.
To start the game, just open Google Chrome and disconnect from the internet. When the “No Internet” screen appears with a small dinosaur, press the spacebar—and let the adventure begin!