All standard Headstarts were upgraded to Mega Headstarts , giving players an even greater initial boost. Gameplay and Atmosphere

This version introduced the Score Booster power-up, allowing players to increase their score multiplier for a single run.

Carmen , the surfing samba dancer, was added as a limited-time character specific to the Rio update.

This update was packed with fresh content that expanded both the character roster and the competitive mechanics:

While modern versions of the game, such as Subway Surfers City, offer enhanced graphics and new mechanics like 360-degree surfing, version 1.7.3 remains a piece of mobile gaming history for those who experienced the very first World Tour. Subway Surfers | Safety Guide - eSafety Commissioner

Subway Surfers version 1.7.3, released on , is a landmark update that brought the "World Tour" to the sun-drenched tracks of Rio de Janeiro . This version is fondly remembered by long-term fans as one of the earliest expansions of the game's global travel theme, introducing iconic Brazilian flair to the endless runner. Key Features of Subway Surfers 1.7.3