Subway Surfers New Orleans
Subway Surfers World Tour: New Orleans is one of the game's most popular Halloween updates. The game's New Orleans city takes on a spooky Halloween theme with purple lights, pumpkins, street jazz, and a distinctly Halloween atmosphere. It's a much-loved destination for its fun yet mysterious ambiance.
What is Subway Surfers New Orleans?
Subway Surfers New Orleans is a Halloween-themed edition of the famous endless runner game Subway Surfers. In this version, players run through the dark railway tracks of New Orleans while avoiding trains, barriers, and the Inspector.
New Orleans Release Dates
There are two notable versions of New Orleans:
- New Orleans 2013, released on October 10, 2013.
- New Orleans 2018, released on October 11, 2018, with a more modern Halloween interface.
Highlights of the New Orleans Map
The Most Authentic Halloween Atmosphere
This is one of Subway Surfers' most famous Halloween maps:
- Glowing pumpkins are scattered across the map
- Purple and orange lights create a mysterious atmosphere
- Many dark streets resemble a nighttime festival
- Smoke and graveyard effects appear in the background
Even the inspector and the dog have been redesigned:
- Guards dressed as Frankenstein
- Dogs dressed in Halloween skeleton costumes
- Characteristic New Orleans music and style
Unlike many maps that lean towards EDM or fast electronic music, New Orleans has a feeling of:
- Street Jazz
- Mardi Gras Festival
- Louisian nighttime festival atmosphere
This makes the gameplay feel more "exciting" and less monotonous than typical maps.
The map's colors are easily recognizable.
Many players immediately remember New Orleans because of:
- The distinctive purple and black color scheme
- The glowing tracks
- The neon night effect
- Pumpkins and lanterns everywhere
In the Subway Surfers community, New Orleans is often considered one of the most visually stunning and easily recognizable maps. Some Reddit users even remember the map just because of its "magical purple night sky."
The characters and hoverboards are more themed than many other maps.
New Orleans 2013
This version introduced:
Eddy — a limited-edition character with a Halloween street style
Also included:
- Zombie Jake
- Zoe
- Frank
- King
New Orleans 2018
The 2018 version added:
- Scarlett — a female surfer with a striking vampire style
- Eddy has a new Vampire/Jazz Outfit
- New hoverboard
- Pumpkin Board
This is New Orleans' most distinctive hoverboard.
Features:
Halloween pumpkin design
Unique orange fire effect
Perfect for the spooky holiday atmosphere
Pumpkin Board appeared in the 2013 version and returned in the 2018 version.
How to play:
On phone:
Swipe left/right to change lanes
Swipe up to jump
Swipe down to roll
Double-tap to use the hoverboard
On the computer:
Arrow keys to control
Space to activate the hoverboard
Important power-ups
Subway Surfers New Orleans has many helpful items:
- Jetpack: Fly in the air to collect coins
- Coin Magnet: Automatically collect coins
- Super Sneakers: Jump higher
- 2X Multiplier: Double points
- Hoverboard: Protection in collisions
Tips for exploring New Orleans most effectively:
Always stay in the middle lane
This helps you react easily when trains appear unexpectedly.
Use a hoverboard at the right time
Don't activate it too early. Hold it to save your life at high speeds.
Prioritize upgrading Coin Magnet and Jetpack
These are two power-ups that help you earn coins the fastest.
Collect Keys
Keys help you revive when you lose and unlock special characters.
Observe the train from afar
At high speeds, quick reflexes are more important than fast maneuvers.
Some interesting games with gameplay similar to the New Orleans version:
Some Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Orleans a Halloween version?
Yes. This is the popular Halloween-themed update of Subway Surfers.
Is Scarlett still unlockable?
Depending on the event or the World Tour return.
Does Pumpkin Board have its own skills?
Mainly notable for its unique Halloween effects and design.
Can Subway Surfers be played offline?
Yes, but some events require an internet connection.
Is the game free?
Yes. Subway Surfers is completely free on Android and iOS.