Subway Surfers Havana
The official Havana version is called Subway Surfers World Tour: Havana and was released on September 22, 2016, by SYBO Games in collaboration with Kiloo. This is the 56th update in the game's World Tour series. It offers players an amazing experience in Cuba, featuring vibrant tropical colors, lively Latin music, and energetic Havana streetscapes.
Things you will do in the game:
Dodge trains and obstacles
Players must have extremely quick reflexes to avoid:
- Oncoming trains
- Barriers
- Tunnel walls
- Obstacles that appear continuously as speed increases
- Collect Coins and Keys
Coins are used to:
Buy characters
Unlock hoverboards
Upgrade power-ups
Keys are rarer and can:
Revive when losing
Unlock special items
What makes Havana special compared to other World Tour versions:
Extremely prominent Cuban style
The biggest difference is:
- Vintage Cuban cars appear throughout the map
- Houses with Caribbean architecture
- More vibrant colors than most other maps
- Atmosphere like a Latin street festival
Compared to:
- Tokyo → modern neon style
- Paris → romantic
- Iceland → cold and dark
- Cairo → Egyptian desert
Havana, it evokes the feeling of:
“Hot, fun, energetic, and incredibly vibrant.”
A faster gameplay feel
Although the game speed hasn't changed much, the bright colors, Motion effects, fast-paced background music, and detailed, densely populated map layouts make Havana feel like many players:
- more exciting,
- faster,
- and more “addictive” than classic maps.
Extremely vibrant Latin music
Havana's music features:
- Latin rhythms,
- percussion, and a Cuban carnival vibe.
This is one of the most recognizable soundtracks of Subway Surfers because it creates a feeling of:
- fun,
- lively,
- and constantly urges players to run faster.
Several new characters and hoverboards make their debut in the Havana update.
The most notable character is:
Ramona — the surfer representing Havana.
A new Piña Outfit is added. The unlock price is approximately 95,000 in-game coins.
New Hoverboard
This update introduces the hoverboard:
- Chrome Board
- A modern, sleek metallic design.
How to Play?
Basic Controls
On Mobile
Swipe left/right → Change lanes
Swipe up → Jump
Swipe down → Roll under obstacles
Double tap → Activate hoverboard
On PC
Arrow keys → Move and dodge
Spacebar → Activate hoverboard
Tips for Beginners
Stay in the center lane whenever possible.
Use hoverboards during high-speed sections.
Focus on avoiding obstacles before collecting coins.
Save keys for important revives.
Learn obstacle patterns to react faster.
Why do players like the Havana version so much?
Players love Subway Surfers Havana because the map feels bright, fun, and full of energy. The tropical Cuban atmosphere makes it very different from many other World Tour versions.
The visuals are one of the biggest reasons people enjoy this map. Havana uses colorful streets, classic Cuban cars, palm trees, and warm tropical lighting that make the game feel lively and exciting.
Another reason is the music. The Latin-inspired soundtrack sounds fast and upbeat, which makes the gameplay feel more intense and enjoyable during long runs.
Many fans also like the special character Ramona because of her stylish tropical design and colorful outfit. She became one of the memorable World Tour characters for longtime players.
The map also creates a feeling of speed. Even though the gameplay mechanics stay the same, the bright visuals and influential soundtrack make the action feel faster and more thrilling.
For many players, Havana is one of the most iconic Subway Surfers maps because it combines fun gameplay, great music, and a unique cultural theme in a very memorable way.