Google introduced an interactive doodle that lets search users play petanque in multiplayer mode. This popular game, which began in the south of France at the start of the last century, is now accessible in a playful online format that invites teams to compete together. When users click the doodle, they are greeted with a brief login-like prompt and a short, device-aware tutorial that explains how to play on desktop computers, smartphones, or tablets.
Following the welcome guide, Google presents three game modes. The first option, Play With Friends, enables 1v1 or 2v2 play, allowing up to four players to join the same match. Regardless of the chosen mode, an invitation link is generated that can be shared so others can join the game. Once someone taps the link, the session begins and the action starts immediately.
Another playful doodle appears with a different setup. This mode offers 1v1 or 2v2, and it launches a random matchup where players can send quick reactions such as angry, sad, surprised, or happy to rate the ongoing matches.
Finally, the Practice option lets players throw an unlimited number of balls. This mode is perfect for warming up, sharpening aim, and sharpening timing before jumping into public matches against other users.
Historical milestones or designated dates
The Internet serves as a vast archive of newspapers and historical references. Visitors can explore notable scribbles, from the Gregorian calendar to the milestones that shaped our calendar and its creators. These tiny virtual artifacts, like anniversaries marking speed or light, often become collectible items through a virtual store. They can decorate a wide range of objects such as T-shirts, stamps, or skateboards and help tell the story of science, culture, and invention.
Doodle’s history
Google routinely decorates its logo to celebrate anniversaries of influential people or pivotal moments in science and culture. Highlights include birthdays of famous figures, the release anniversaries of landmark works, and unique events tied to major dates or calendars. The company has surprised users with interactive doodles on memorable occasions, such as commemorating classic games or landmark achievements.
The platform even marked the 30th anniversary of a beloved arcade game by turning it into a playable doodle, inviting users to revisit nostalgia while exploring new gameplay aspects.
Other notable doodles celebrated significant cultural moments and technological achievements. They have honored milestones such as the 70th anniversary of a beloved singer and the 60th anniversary of a groundbreaking musical instrument that allowed players to compose songs through a blend of mini-games and creative gameplay. These doodles demonstrate how Google uses playful interactivity to educate and entertain, linking pop culture with science and history in memorable ways.