Google Doodles are cherished by fans of internet culture and are used to celebrate holidays, history, and cultural moments. I see a question: Was there a Year of the Snake Google Game?
Many are familiar with the interactive Lunar New Year Doodles Google created, like the Year of the Monkey game in 2016, but what about the Year of the Snake (2013)? Let’s delve into the history of Google’s commemoration of this zodiac and whether there was an official game.
Quick Bio Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Lunar New Year – Year of the Snake (2013) |
| Release Date | February 10, 2013 |
| Type of Doodle | Static illustration (No game) |
| Design Theme | Traditional Chinese motifs (snake, lanterns, cherry blossoms) |
| Colors Used | Red, gold, and black (symbolizing luck and prosperity) |
| Artist/Creator | Google Doodle Team (unnamed) |
| Platform | Google homepage (worldwide where Lunar New Year is celebrated) |
| Next Snake Year | 2025 (Possible future Doodle or game?) |
| Similar Doodles | Year of the Rabbit (2011), Year of the Dragon (2012), Year of the Monkey (2016) |
| Interactive? | No (First playable zodiac Doodle was 2016’s Year of the Monkey) |
| Legacy | A nostalgic, artistic celebration of Chinese culture |
| Where to See It | Google Doodle Archive (https://www.google.com/doodles) |
| Fan Alternatives | Play Google’s classic “Snake Game” (search “Play Snake” on Google) |
Google’s Year of the Snake Doodle – A Static Party
Unlike some of the later Lunar New Year Doodles, the 2013 Year of the Snake did not include a game that allowed for user interaction. Instead , Google celebrated with a lovely static illustration bearing a snake wrapped around the Google logo, some typically kitsch Chinese brew, haha, and a few Cherry Blossoms.
The style was festive, with red and gold representing good fortune and riches in Chinese tradition. It didn’t include any gameplay but was a lovely tribute to the Lunar New Year — 14 days early.
And why is there no year for the Snake Game?
Google’s Doodles have changed over the years. In 2013, it was rarer to see interactive Doodles than today. The first major playable Lunar New Year Doodle arrived in 2016 for the Year of the Monkey, in the form of a side-scrolling adventure that felt like a complete game.
Before that, most Lunar New Year Doodles were artistic renderings rather than games. It was the Year of the Snake (2013) in more ways than one, and yet again, the visual feast took precedence over meaningful interaction.
Comparing the Google Lunar New Year Doodles
To figure out why there was no game for the Year of the Snake, we must consider Google’s history of the Lunar New Year Doodle
- 2011 (Year of the Rabbit) – A static Doodle featuring a rabbit-shaped lantern.
- 2012 (Year of the Dragon) – An animated Doodle where a dragon soars through clouds.
- 2013 (Year of the Snake) – A static Doodle that featured a snake.
- 2016 (Year of the Monkey) – Troll game where the player collected coins as a monkey.
So, 2016 is the breakpoint for playable Lunar New Year Doodles.
Year of the Snake Title Here, I guess it could work on
And now that Google has ramped up its interactive Doodle activities in the last few years, they might want to revisit the Year of the Snake in subsequent years. The next Snake year is in 2025, so fans could wish for a surprise game to drop.
Others have developed not-even-remotely-official snake games for the browser inspired by the zodiac. And if you’re in the mood for a good old-fashioned slithering match, you could always play Google’s throwback web game, Snake Game (search “play snake” on Google).
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Although there wasn’t a “Year of the Snake Google Game” in 2013, the Doodle is a stroll down memory lane for Google nerds. It was a minimal but elegant honouring of Lunar New Year customs.
Anyone yearning for a Snake-based interactive experience will simply have to wait for the next Snake year (2025). In the meantime, you might enjoy revisiting previous Lunar New Year Doodles or playing Google’s throwback Snake Game instead.
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(FAQs)
Did “Year of the Snake Google Game” for 2013 exist?
The answer is no. Google made a static Doodle only for the 2013 Year of the Snake so that you couldn’t play a game.
Why did Google not create a game for the Year of the Snake?
Before 2016, most Lunar New Year Doodles were illustrations, not games. The first, a playable zodiac Doodle, was for the Year of the Monkey in 2016.
Are there any other snake-inspired Google Doodle games I can play?
While there isn’t a Year of the Snake game, you can still play Google’s classic “Snake” game by Searching “Play Snake” on Google.
Will Google make a Year of the Snake Doodle in 2025?
It’s possible! In recent years, Google has created more interactive Doodles so fans can cross their fingers for a game in the next Snake year (2025).
How do I look at previous Lunar New Year Doodles?
To see them all and other past designs, go to the Google Doodle Archive (https://www.google.com/doodles).
