Better together, even with opposite talents
One friend is comfortable around fire. The other is much happier in water. Fireboy and Watergirl: The Forest Temple turns those differences into a cooperative puzzle: guide both characters through a room and get them to their exits.
The fun is in working out how one character can help the other. A switch may need someone to stand on it. A route may be safe for only one of you. Sharing a keyboard gives every success a small “we did that” feeling, while playing alone turns the same rooms into a coordination challenge.
Editorial illustration of the cooperative theme, not a screenshot from the game.
Controls and the first rule of teamwork
| Character | Move | Jump |
|---|---|---|
| Fireboy | Left and right arrow keys | Up arrow |
| Watergirl | A and D | W |
Click inside the game before using the keyboard so the controls reach the player. Use the game's own pause or restart buttons when needed. With two people, agree who controls each side before starting; with one person, move deliberately and leave the other character somewhere safe.
Fireboy can cross fire pools but must avoid water. Watergirl can cross water but must avoid fire. The green hazardous pools are unsafe for both. Keep those rules in mind when choosing who should take each route.
A plan both players can follow
Find both exits
Start by locating the destination for each character. Then identify the switches, movable objects, and hazards along the way. A route is complete only when it works for the pair, so check that the player helping with a mechanism can also get through afterward.
Say what you are about to do
“Hold this switch” and “wait until I cross” are surprisingly powerful moves. Coordinate short actions instead of both running toward a different idea. If a moving platform is involved, agree on who rides first and what happens next.
Practice a safe finish before chasing a better run
Diamonds and a cleaner route give you reasons to replay. Learn how to get both characters home, then revisit the room with a more confident plan. A restart is much less frustrating when you know exactly which part you want to improve.
Watch without giving away every surprise
The optional GoGy Games full walkthrough covers the Forest Temple. It can help you recognize a room's central mechanism. The video is an older recording, so menus and presentation can differ from the current browser build even when the puzzle is familiar.
Try watching only the section you need, then return to your own attempt. This independently published YouTube video loads after you choose to watch; the game itself is delivered separately by Miniplay.
A few things to know before teaming up
Can friends play from different houses?
This page is for local, same-device play. It does not provide an online lobby or a remote multiplayer room.
Can I solve it alone?
Yes. You can control both characters using the two sets of keys. Take your time and park one safely while you work with the other.
Is a phone a good choice?
A keyboard is recommended, especially for two players. Mobile controls vary by the loaded build; if touch buttons are unavailable or cramped, use a computer instead.
Keep the team together
Once you know your elements, add light-beam puzzles in Fireboy and Watergirl: The Light Temple. For a quiet one-player break, sketch a solution in Love Dots.
