Cut the Rope Level 87 — Magic Box Walkthrough (3 Stars)

## Cut the Rope — Magic Box, Level 12 **Box:** Magic Box | **Level:** 87 (Magic Box #12) ## Walkthrough This level uses bubbles, magic hats, air cushions, electric sparks and rocket boosters. The candy starts from the top 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 bubbles** 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 bubbles. - 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 Magic Box introduces bubbles 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 Mid-difficulty levels in Cut the Rope demand precise timing windows — often measured in fractions of a second. The star collection paths become non-linear, requiring the candy to change direction mid-flight through multiple mechanic interactions. ## Common Mistakes Players frequently make these errors on Level 87: - 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.