Survive first, score second

It is tempting to chase every coin or gem, but staying alive usually earns more in the end. Learn which hazards can hurt you, keep a little distance from them, and take a risk only when the reward is clear. In squad games, rescuing allies early makes the later fights easier.

Spend your upgrades wisely

Many action games let you collect coins and spend them between runs. Put your first upgrades into whatever held you back on the last attempt, whether that is distance, speed or health. Recently played remembers the games you have tried, so returning to a run you enjoyed takes one click.