Quick mini-story moment You step onto a basalt terrace. A crack glows orange. A geyser hisses. You take one breath… then jump. Lava Cre is a canyon runner with consistent rules. You cross narrow bridges and cooling cracks before heat rises. The challenge isn’t random. It’s learning the rhythm of vents and using your chill discs only when the terrain gives you no natural ledge. What you do in the game The loop: Start from a checkpoint. Scan the next section using the perch camera. Move across terraces with taps/holds and vaults. Use chill discs to create temporary stepping stones. Reach the next checkpoint and repeat. Collectibles are optional, but some help: mineral cores extend disc duration blue crystals boost sprint stamina lore tablets unlock canyon sketches Controls Desktop Tap/click to hop short gaps Hold for longer jumps Swipe/drag to vault Double-tap to place a chill disc Mobile Tap short hop Hold for long arc Swipe to vault Double-tap to plant a chill disc stone How you “win” You win by reaching checkpoints and finishing the run without falling or being caught by rising heat. Progress comes from: learning vent rhythms improving disc management choosing safe routes over risky greed Terrain rules and what they mean Dark red lava: moves fast and eats stones quickly (danger zone) Orange flows: slower and safer Ash plumes: warn of wind gusts that can change jump distance Obsidian shards in the ground: often mark stable strips you can trust Storm events may add: falling cinders that obscure view magnetic surges that tug metal platforms Tips to play better (specific Lava Cre survival) Use the perch camera every checkpoint. Spot vent cycles and safe anchor points. Count vent rhythm. Long jump only when the geyser is in its “sleep” phase. Save chill discs for no-ledge moments. Don’t waste them on easy gaps. Look for “one disc opens two paths.” Place discs where they help both a landing and the next launch. Favor diagonals during heat currents. Straight bridges can become traps when gusts hit. Land feet-first on chill discs. Sliding animations waste time and can cause slips. Watch ash plumes. Jumping during gusts can overshoot or undershoot. Use orange routes when learning. Dark red shortcuts are for later. Grab mineral cores when safe. Extra disc time can rescue future sections. Keep a mental disc recharge timer. If it recharges slowly, plan a safe “wait spot.” Tip: Don’t rush the canyon. Read it. If you keep missing one long jump, start it half a step earlier—many fails happen because players wait until the very edge. A real moment: you’ll see a collectible and go for it… then realize you needed that disc for the next gap. Survive first. Loot second. Modes, events, and replay value Storm events and shifting platforms keep routes fresh. Replays help you learn where your best “saves” happened so you can repeat them on purpose. Accessibility options like color-safe heat indicators and a sparing slow-mo toggle can make tricky sections friendlier. Common problems & quick fixes I run out of discs: You’re placing them too early. Save for true dead-ends. Wind keeps ruining jumps: Watch ash plume cues and jump during calm beats. Can’t see the path in storms: Use slow-mo sparingly and focus on obsidian-marked safe strips. Lag: Close other tabs/apps and refresh. No sound: Check mute and volume (vent cues help timing). Full screen issues: Exit and re-enter full screen; rotate mobile. Parent tip Lava Cre builds planning, patience, and timing. It can be exciting, so short breaks help after a few checkpoints. Quick info Platform: Browser (HTML5) Genre: Runner / platform timing Age fit: 8–13 Session length: 5–15 minutes Controls: Tap/hold jump, swipe vault, double-tap chill disc FAQ Q1: When should I use a chill disc? A: Only when there’s no natural ledge route. Treat discs like emergency tools. Q2: What do the lava colors mean? A: Dark red is faster and more dangerous; orange is slower and safer. Q3: How do I time geyser vents? A: Count the cycle and jump during the “sleep” gap right after a burst ends. Q4: Are collectibles required? A: No. They help upgrades, but safe routes matter more than grabbing everything. Q5: Why do my long jumps fail? A: You’re likely jumping too late. Try launching slightly earlier and during calm wind. Q6: Is there a practice/assist option? A: Many versions include color-safe indicators and a limited slow-mo toggle for hard parts.