Cut the Rope Level 301 — Steam Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)
Level 301★★★★★
Guide by LevelWalks
Players Google "Cut the Rope Level 301" specifically because the answer feels like it should be obvious — and isn't. That gap between "should be easy" and "actually stuck" is what makes this one worth a walkthrough.
## Cut the Rope — Steam Box, Level 1
**Box:** Steam Box | **Level:** 301 (Steam Box #1)
## Walkthrough
This level uses rocket boosters, candy transformers, time reversals, anti-gravity and air cushions. The candy starts from the right side 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 rocket boosters** 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 candy transformers 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 rocket boosters.
- Star 3: The hardest one — you need to time the air cushions perfectly before the candy falls past it.
## Tips for This Level
The Steam Box introduces rocket boosters 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
These levels are designed to be completed, even when they feel impossible. The developers playtested every star path, so there's always a solution. If you've been stuck for a while, try a completely different order of operations — sometimes the first cut isn't the obvious one.
## Common Mistakes
Players frequently make these errors on Level 301:
- Popping bubbles too early or too late — bubbles need precise timing to redirect the candy toward stars.
- Forgetting that air cushions have a fixed direction and strength, so the candy's entry angle matters.
- Cutting multiple ropes in rapid succession when the level requires waiting for the candy to reach a specific position first.
## About Cut The Rope
Cut the Rope is a physics-based puzzle game starring Om Nom, a little green creature who loves candy. Players must cut ropes at the right moment to deliver candy to Om Nom while collecting stars. The game has over 1 billion downloads worldwide.
Tips
- Cut ropes in order from top to bottom for the most control over candy movement.
- In the Steam Box, rocket boosters 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 301?
- Level 301 (Steam Box #1) uses rocket boosters, candy transformers, time reversals, anti-gravity and air cushions. 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 301?
- 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 rocket boosters.
