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Instead of the running chaos, this spin-off slows things down with a puzzle-style experience!
Developer: SYBO Games
- 4.4
- Score
Sometimes you just need a game that doesn't stress you out but still gives your brain a little workout, right? That's pretty much what Subway Surfers Rio Puzzle offers. Instead of the usual endless running chaos, this spin-off slows things down with a puzzle-style experience that still uses the familiar Subway Surfers visuals. You've got all those bright colors, cheeky characters, and that Rio de Janeiro vibe - palm trees, carnival confetti, and sun-soaked streets - but now you're matching tiles, spotting hidden objects, or piecing together images rather than dodging trains. At first, I was like, "Wait, this isn't what I expected," but after a few levels, I found myself kinda enjoying the chill pace. It's different, sure, but in a way that lets you enjoy the world of Subway Surfers from another perspective. One thing I actually liked was how the game doesn't feel like a total copy-paste of other puzzle games. Yes, it still has the classic puzzle structure - complete levels, earn stars, unlock rewards - but it adds a bit more flair thanks to the Subway Surfers style. The animations when you clear a level, the funky background music, and the little voice clips from characters - it all reminds you of the main game, even if the mechanics are totally different. The puzzles start out pretty easy (maybe too easy?), but they slowly introduce more challenging ones, and I started getting stuck more often than I'd like to admit. Sometimes it felt a bit repetitive, but the vibrant art and short level length helped keep things from getting boring. I mean, it's not super deep or anything, but for what it is, it works. So, if you're looking for something more laid-back than the usual intense swiping action, Subway Surfers Rio Puzzle might be worth a try. It's not going to blow your mind, but it's got a relaxing pace, familiar aesthetics, and just enough of a challenge to keep you tapping for a while. I wouldn't call it addictive, but it's definitely the kind of game I open when I need to pass five or ten minutes. Plus, there's just something fun about seeing your favorite Subway Surfers characters in a new format - still full of energy, but now doing puzzles instead of dodging subway guards. Unexpected, but honestly? Kinda fun.