Cut the Rope Level 179 — Buzz Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)
Level 179★★★★★
Guide by LevelWalks
By Level 179 of Cut the Rope, you've already cleared 178 puzzles, which is exactly the moment the design starts to use that confidence against you. This one is built for players who've stopped reading the question carefully.
## Cut the Rope — Buzz Box, Level 4
**Box:** Buzz Box | **Level:** 179 (Buzz Box #4)
## Walkthrough
This level uses magic hats, air cushions, time reversals, ropes and teleportation. The candy starts through the center and Om Nom is waiting at the bottom.
### Step-by-Step Solution
1. **First, observe the layout.** Look at where the candy hangs and trace a path to Om Nom. Note every rope, bubble, and obstacle.
2. **Cut the first rope** — the one holding the candy closest to the top. This drops the candy toward the first star.
3. **Use the magic hats** to redirect the candy toward the second star. Timing is important here — wait until the candy swings to its peak before activating.
4. **Collect the final star** by using the air cushions to swing the candy wide.
5. **Guide the candy to Om Nom.** If you miss a star, the candy should still reach Om Nom — just replay for a perfect score.
### Getting All 3 Stars
- Star 1: Drops naturally when you cut the first rope.
- Star 2: Requires precise timing with the magic hats.
- Star 3: The hardest one — you need to time the teleportation perfectly before the candy falls past it.
## Tips for This Level
The Buzz Box introduces magic hats which add a new dimension to your puzzle-solving. Don't rush — watch the candy's momentum and plan two moves ahead.
## Why This Level Is Tricky
Map the level's mechanic chain: which element feeds into which? Identify the critical path (the sequence of interactions the candy must follow) and lock down each step before adding star collection. Optimize for stars only after the basic path works.
## Common Mistakes
Players frequently make these errors on Level 179:
- Treating each mechanic independently when the solution requires chaining them — e.g., a rope cut into a bubble into a cushion bounce.
- Not experimenting with cutting ropes in reverse order from what seems intuitive.
- Forgetting that some levels have optional mechanics (like extra bubbles) that exist to misdirect you from the optimal path.
Tips
- Cut ropes in order from top to bottom for the most control over candy movement.
- In the Buzz Box, magic hats are key — learn their timing patterns.
- You don't need all 3 stars to progress, but replay levels later for a perfect score.
FAQ
- How do I beat Cut the Rope Level 179?
- Level 179 (Buzz Box #4) uses magic hats, air cushions, time reversals, ropes and teleportation. Cut the ropes in sequence, collect all 3 stars by timing your cuts, and guide the candy to Om Nom. See the step-by-step walkthrough above.
- How do I get 3 stars on Cut the Rope Level 179?
- To get all 3 stars, you need to collect each star before the candy reaches Om Nom. Star 3 is usually the hardest — it requires precise timing with magic hats.
