Have you ever been dashing through the world of Subway Surfers and seen a mission telling you to "bump into 12 light signals"? If you've been scratching your head, don't worry, you're not the only one. These tricky objects can be a bit confusing if you don't know what you're looking for.

So, what exactly are light signals? The short answer is that light signals are the red, flashing traffic-like lights that pop up on the tracks, usually right before a tunnel or an overhead obstacle. They stand on a single post and are designed to stop you in your tracks, literally. You have to crash into them on purpose to complete certain missions.

I remember the first time I got a mission to bump into light signals. I spent ages just running, completely clueless, trying to figure out what they were. I was so focused on avoiding obstacles that the idea of hitting something on purpose didn't even cross my mind! After a few failed runs, I finally crashed by accident and saw a light signal appear right after. That's when it clicked for me - you often find them after you stumble.

How to Find and Bump into Light Signals

Finding these signals can feel random, but there’s a bit of a trick to it. They don’t just appear anywhere. Here are the best ways to find them:

• After a Crash: The most common way to make a light signal appear is to stumble. When you hit a small obstacle, you slow down, and a light signal will often spawn just ahead of you.
• In Tight Spaces: Look for them in areas where the tracks get narrow or when a train creates a temporary dead end.
• During Missions: They seem to pop up more often when you have a mission that requires you to bump into them.

My strategy now, whenever I get one of those missions, is to intentionally trip up early in my run. I'll purposefully run into a small barrier just to get the Inspector off my back for a second and trigger a signal. It feels a bit weird to crash on purpose, especially when you're used to aiming for that high score, but it’s the quickest way to clear those specific challenges. It’s one of those weird parts of the game where doing poorly helps you move forward.

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