Subway Surfers: Cairo
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About Subway Surfers: Cairo
Subway Surfers: Cairo is a special edition of the global “World Tour” within Subway Surfers — a themed world run set in the famous city of Cairo, Egypt. This edition transforms the familiar endless-runner core gameplay — dodge trains and obstacles, grab coins and power-ups — into a vivid, culturally flavored run through Cairo’s streets, deserts, and iconic landmarks.
In short: you still sprint along subway tracks, sidestep trains, jump and slide — but set against a backdrop of pyramids, Sphinxes, Egyptian bazaars and deserts.
What’s New & Unique in the Cairo Edition
New Characters & Outfits
- Jasmine — The first Cairo-based surfer, introduced in the 2014 release of the Cairo edition (version v1.29.0 / v1.29.1). She debuted in a “Safari” outfit.
- Hasina — In the 2022 relaunch of the Cairo World Tour, Hasina joined the roster as a new unlockable character through the Season Hunt.
- Other fun thematic outfits — e.g. a special “Anubis”-style costume for returning surfers (like Festive Frank) — add to the Egyptian vibe.
New Boards & Upgrades
Cairo brings unique hoverboards (surfboards) and upgrades:
- Croc Hoverboard — introduced in the original 2014 edition.
- Atomic Tile Hoverboard — added during the 2022 relaunch (costs 17,000 Image coins).
- Upgrades to other boards (e.g. “Super Speed” for the Great White board, “Super Jump” for the Superhero board) help boost performance — handy for surviving harder runs or chasing high scores.
Themed Events & Tokens
Because the Cairo edition is part of the “World Tour,” it brings limited-time events, themed tokens, and seasonal hunts:
- In 2014, the event used ”Scarab” tokens for weekly hunts.
- In 2022’s relaunch, the token theme changed to ”Pyramid” tokens and included special Tag Team events and Marathon Challenges, giving players more ways to earn unique rewards.
These events make the Cairo edition more than just cosmetic — they add gameplay depth, limited-time goals, and collectible rewards.
The Vibe: What Playing Cairo Feels Like
Running through Cairo in Subway Surfers feels like a blend of classic Subway chaos and exotic adventure. The rails weave between desert dunes, ancient monuments, bustling streets, and myth-inspired environments. There’s a sense of roaming Egypt’s iconic spots — sand, camels, pyramids, statues, bazaars — but on fast-paced subway tracks.
The themed characters and boards add to the immersion — whether you’re sliding on a Croc board past pyramids, or unlocking a special “Anubis” outfit, the run feels uniquely Egyptian and refreshing compared to the standard city-subway environment.
Quick FAQ: Cairo Edition at a Glance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When was Cairo first added/updated? | First released September 18, 2014 (v1.29.0). Relaunched January 10, 2022 for the 2022 season. |
| New characters introduced? | Jasmine (2014), Hasina (2022). |
| Notable boards from Cairo? | Croc Hoverboard (2014), Atomic Tile Hoverboard (2022). |
| Special event tokens? | Scarabs (2014), Pyramid tokens (2022). |
| What makes Cairo special? | It was the first stop in Africa / Middle East for Subway Surfers World Tour — adding fresh cultural and geographic diversity. |