Wed Sep 25 20:54:17 UTC 2024: ## Google Celebrates Popcorn with a Battle Royale Doodle
Google’s latest Doodle is a fun and interactive celebration of popcorn, taking users on a journey through the history of this beloved snack and into a thrilling battle royale.
The game pits players against each other in squads or solo, where they must dodge popcorn kernels, salt, and enemy projectiles to claim victory.
“It’s actually pretty fun!” said one user, who achieved 11th place in their first attempt.
The Doodle highlights popcorn’s long history, tracing its origins back to ancient times, with archaeological evidence found in New Mexico dating back to 3600 BCE and traces discovered in ancient Peruvian tombs.
While popcorn has been enjoyed for centuries, it wasn’t until the 1800s that it gained widespread popularity in the United States. Charles Cretors invented the first steam-powered popcorn machine in 1885, making the snack readily available at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, as detailed in Erik Larson’s acclaimed book “The Devil in the White City.”
Head over to Google’s homepage to enjoy the popcorn-themed battle royale and learn more about this timeless treat.
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