About Subway Surfers Rio Carnival
Subway Surfers Rio Carnival is a themed edition of the popular endless runner game Subway Surfers, set in the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during the festive Carnival season. In this update, players join the surfing crew to dash through colorful carnival decorations, tropical landmarks like Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer, and samba-inspired environments while evading the grumpy inspector and his dog.
The edition celebrates Brazilian culture with lively music, such as the “Vamos Dançar” soundtrack, and introduces new characters like Rebeca Roar, Gabriel, and Dinorange, along with boards such as Roarsome, Arara Board, and Moongazer, plus a Carnaval outfit for Fantasma. It’s part of the game’s World Tour series, with the 2025 version marking the 196th update and emphasizing Carnival festivities through special challenges, tokens like carnival masks, and events running from mid-February to early March.
How to play
Controls
- Up Arrow/Swipe Up: Jump over obstacles like trains, barriers, etc.
- Down Arrow/Swipe Down: Slide over high obstacles like hanging signs, barriers, etc.
- Left Right Arrow/Swipe Left/Right: Move between three lanes to avoid oncoming trains and collect items.
- Spacebar/Double Tap: Activate the hoverboard (if equipped), which protects you from a collision for 30 seconds
Power-Up Items
- Coins: Use to buy characters, skateboards, or upgrades in the shop.
- Keys: Respawn after a crash to continue running.
- Jet: Fly high to safely collect coins.
- High-Bounce Boots: Jump higher.
- Magnet: Attract coins around you without having to move into their lane.
- Double Points: Double your points for a limited time.
- Skateboard: Equip one before running or activate it mid-game to gain temporary crash protection.
