Cut the Rope Level 401 — Underground Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)
Level 401★★★★★
Guide by LevelWalks
If Level 400 of Cut the Rope felt routine, Level 401 is the kind that breaks the pattern. The devs schedule these on purpose — usually right where players start solving on autopilot.
## Cut the Rope — Underground Box, Level 1
**Box:** Underground Box | **Level:** 401 (Underground Box #1)
## Walkthrough
This level uses candy transformers, air cushions, rocket boosters, electric sparks and bubbles. 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 candy transformers** 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 popping the bubble at the right moment.
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 candy transformers.
- Star 3: The hardest one — you need to use the bubble to float up before the candy falls past it.
## Tips for This Level
The Underground Box introduces candy transformers 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 401:
- 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 Underground Box, candy transformers 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 401?
- Level 401 (Underground Box #1) uses candy transformers, air cushions, rocket boosters, electric sparks and bubbles. 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 401?
- 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 candy transformers.
