Overview
- The festive Doodle is live on Google’s homepage in multiple regions, including India, to mark the year’s close.
- Shiny silver balloon numbers displaying 2025 switch to 2026 when users hover over the design.
- Party visuals such as balloons, confetti, and bursting poppers create a celebratory countdown atmosphere.
- A click on the Doodle leads to an information page about New Year’s Eve customs, complete with an on-screen confetti effect.
- Google describes the piece as a global celebration as billions reflect on the past year, continuing a Doodle tradition that dates to 1998 and has produced thousands of creations.