In “Fireboy and Watergirl 2,” players continue the adventure with the two elemental characters, Fireboy and Watergirl, as they explore the Light Temple. The game maintains its focus on cooperative gameplay, requiring teamwork to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles. The game is designed for two players, and players must work together to control Fireboy and Watergirl, each possessing unique elemental abilities. Cooperation is crucial to solving puzzles and progressing through levels.
Fireboy is immune to fire and can collect red gems, while Watergirl is immune to water and can collect blue gems. Players must strategically use these abilities to navigate hazards and reach specific areas of the temple. Each level presents a variety of puzzles, platforms, switches, and other elements that players must manipulate to open doors, avoid traps, and advance through the temple.