Google Thanos Snap Easter Egg
Launched in April 2019, the Google Thanos Snap Easter Egg appeared on Google Search to celebrate “Avengers: Endgame.”
Users simply searched “Thanos” to activate the animation — a golden gauntlet would appear in the knowledge panel.
Discovery and Activation
Clicking the gauntlet would trigger Thanos’s infamous snap, causing half of the search results to vanish in a dusting effect.
Visuals and Features
The animation mirrored the movie: results faded, ash particles floated away, and the iconic snapping sound played.
It worked seamlessly on desktop and mobile, adding surprise and delight for Marvel fans worldwide.
Impact and Reception
The feature went viral, generating buzz on social media and boosting awareness for “Endgame.”
Users praised it for creativity and detail, celebrating it as one of Google’s most iconic Easter eggs.
Discontinuation
In 2020, Google quietly removed the feature. However, fan archives like elgooG kept it alive through faithful recreations.
Experiencing the Restored Easter Egg
Today, you can experience the restored version on elgooG. It’s fully interactive, mobile-friendly, and nearly identical to the original.
Just click the gauntlet icon next to “Thanos” and watch the magic happen.
Steps to Trigger the Snap
1. Click the gauntlet above.
2. Watch as half of this content disintegrates.
3. Notice the disappearing paragraphs and enjoy the theatrical moment.
Some content will survive.
This paragraph remains after the snap — as a reminder of the balance Thanos sought.
