Cut the Rope Level 397 — Fruit Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)
Level 397★★★★★
Guide by LevelWalks
If Level 396 of Cut the Rope felt routine, Level 397 is the kind that breaks the pattern. The devs schedule these on purpose — usually right where players start solving on autopilot.
## Cut the Rope — Fruit Box, Level 22
**Box:** Fruit Box | **Level:** 397 (Fruit Box #22)
## Walkthrough
This level uses air cushions, electric sparks, rocket boosters, magic hats and anti-gravity. 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 air cushions** 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 electric sparks 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 air cushions.
- Star 3: The hardest one — you need to time the anti-gravity perfectly before the candy falls past it.
## Tips for This Level
The Fruit Box introduces air cushions which create upward currents that push the candy. 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 397:
- Using teleporters without first checking where the exit teleporter is positioned relative to stars.
- Not accounting for gravity switches that reverse the candy's fall direction mid-level.
- Attempting to collect stars in visual order (left to right) when the physics require a different sequence.
Tips
- Cut ropes in order from top to bottom for the most control over candy movement.
- In the Fruit Box, air cushions 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 397?
- Level 397 (Fruit Box #22) uses air cushions, electric sparks, rocket boosters, magic hats and anti-gravity. 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 397?
- 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 air cushions.
