Master the Hidden Browser Game Since 2014
First introduced in September 2014 as an Easter egg in Chrome 39. Created by Sebastien Gabriel and Edward Jung from the Chrome UX team.
"We wanted something that felt prehistoric - before the internet existed." - Original developers
1 point = 1 game frame (≈1/60 second)
World Record: 99,999 points
Initial speed: 6 m/s
Max speed: 13 m/s at 1700 points
Learn obstacle patterns that repeat every 17 obstacles. Memorize key sequences for long runs.
Disable sound for better focus. Visual cues are 30% faster than audio reactions.
Desktop: Better precision with keyboard
Mobile: Use swipe-down for ducking
The Complete Evolution Timeline
First introduced in Chrome 39 as hidden feature. Original codename "Project Bolan" referencing T-Rex frontman Marc Bolan.
Added touch controls for Android version. Tap-to-jump mechanism increased mobile engagement by 300%.
Special birthday version with party hat and cake obstacles. Lasted 30 days celebrating Chrome's decade milestone.
"Prehistoric = pre-internet" analogy. Early concepts considered robots and aliens before settling on T-Rex.
Black/white palette reduces eye strain. Night mode activates at 700pts for visual progression.
8-bit SFX created using Web Audio API. Jump sound frequency matches optimal play rhythm.
