About Rise of Lava
The goal is simple. Stay above the lava for as long as you can.
This is a two player game, and you and your partner share one fate. If either of you slips and falls into the lava, the run ends for both. That makes the climb with a partner the heart of the game, since moving at different speeds can get one of you caught.
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Emeralds are scattered along the way. Collecting them unlocks new costumes for your character, so they change how you look rather than how you play. The lava keeps rising the whole time, so you often have to decide between reaching for an emerald and simply getting higher.
The world is drawn in blocky, old school pixel style, with hazardous paths leading up over a sea of lava.
Quick summary
- You and a partner start at the bottom with lava rising behind you.
- You both jump up along dangerous paths to stay ahead of it.
- Emeralds you pick up on the way unlock costumes for your character.
- The run is over as soon as one of you falls into the lava.
Key features
- A short arcade climber played by two people together.
- Lava rises steadily and ends the run on contact.
- One player falling means game over for both.
- Emeralds unlock costume upgrades.
- Pixel graphics and simple keyboard controls.
Tips & tricks
- Talk to your partner before each jump so neither of you gets left behind.
- Skip an emerald if grabbing it means losing height while the lava is close.
- When the lava gets near, stop exploring and climb as fast as you can.
Frequently asked questions
What ends a run in Rise of Lava?
The run ends when either player falls into the rising lava. It does not matter which of you it is.
What are the emeralds for?
Collecting emeralds unlocks new costumes for your character.
Can I play it on my phone?
Yes. It runs on mobile devices in landscape orientation.
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