Cut the Rope Level 398 — Fruit Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)
Level 398★★★★★
Guide by LevelWalks
Players Google "Cut the Rope Level 398" 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 — Fruit Box, Level 23
**Box:** Fruit Box | **Level:** 398 (Fruit Box #23)
## Walkthrough
This level uses rocket boosters, electric sparks, magic hats, teleportation and candy transformers. 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 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 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 rocket boosters.
- Star 3: The hardest one — you need to time the candy transformers perfectly before the candy falls past it.
## Tips for This Level
The Fruit 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
For the hardest levels, work backwards: where does Om Nom need the candy to arrive from? What's the last mechanic interaction before delivery? Trace backwards from Om Nom through each star to the candy's starting position. This reverse-engineering approach often reveals the intended solution path.
## Common Mistakes
Players frequently make these errors on Level 398:
- Rushing to feed Om Nom and skipping the hardest star — getting 2 stars is easy, but the third requires a specific trick.
- Cutting a rope when the candy is at the bottom of its swing instead of the top, resulting in a shorter arc.
- Ignoring the visual hint lines that some levels display briefly at the start, showing the intended cut order.
Tips
- Cut ropes in order from top to bottom for the most control over candy movement.
- In the Fruit 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 398?
- Level 398 (Fruit Box #23) uses rocket boosters, electric sparks, magic hats, teleportation and candy transformers. 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 398?
- 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.
