Cut The Rope -Time Travel

CONTROLS: - Desktop: - Mouse Click / Drag: Cut ropes (mode-dependent) - Click Mode: Click on ropes to cut them - Drag Mode: Drag across ropes to cut them - Mouse Click: Pop bubbles, activate interactive elements - Mouse Click: Use air pumps, rotate spikes, interact with time-based objects - Mobile/Tablet: - Touch / Tap: Cut ropes (mode-dependent) - Tap Mode: Tap ropes to cut them - Drag Mode: Drag across ropes to cut them - Touch: Pop bubbles, activate interactive elements - Touch: Use air pumps and other interactive objects BASIC MECHANICS: 1. Objective: - Deliver candy to Om Nom's ancestors in each time period - Candy must reach the monster's mouth to complete the level - Collect stars (up to 3 per level) for higher scores - Complete all time periods to finish the game 2. Time Periods (Eras): - Prehistoric (Dinosaurs): Feed prehistoric Om Nom ancestors - Ancient Egypt: Navigate through Egyptian-themed levels - Ancient Greece: Solve puzzles in Greek settings - Medieval (Vikings): Adventure through Viking era - Renaissance (Painter): Artistic Renaissance-themed levels - Pirate Era: Navigate pirate-themed challenges - Each era has unique visual themes and background music 3. Rope Cutting: - Cut ropes by clicking/dragging across them - Two control modes available in options: - Click to Cut: Single click on rope to cut - Drag to Cut: Drag finger/mouse across rope to cut - Ropes turn red when stretched (warning before breaking) - Multiple ropes can be cut simultaneously - Cutting ropes releases candy to fall or swing through time 4. Candy Physics: - Candy falls due to gravity when ropes are cut - Candy swings when attached to ropes - Momentum affects candy movement across all time periods - Candy can link together when touching - Candy breaks apart when hitting obstacles or spikes 5. Stars: - Three stars per level to collect - Stars must be collected before candy reaches Om Nom - Stars appear in various positions throughout levels - Collecting all stars gives perfect score - Star collection affects overall game completion 6. Bubbles: - Bubbles can attach to candy - Bubbles lift candy upward when active - Click/tap bubbles to pop them - Popped bubbles release candy to fall - Bubbles can transport candy through dangerous areas across time 7. Air Pumps (Air Cushions): - Click/tap air pumps to blow objects - Air pumps push candy and other objects - Multiple pumps (1-4) can be activated - Use pumps to guide candy in desired directions - Timing matters when activating pumps 8. Hooks: - Various hook types available: - Standard hooks: Attach ropes - Automatic hooks: Appear when candy enters area - Movable hooks: Can be repositioned - Regulated hooks: Control rope length - Hooks provide anchor points for ropes - Hooks affect candy trajectory through time 9. Bouncers: - Bouncers bounce candy when it hits them - Use bouncers to redirect candy path - Bouncers can help reach stars or avoid obstacles - Timing of bounces affects candy trajectory 10. Gravity Switches: - Gravity switches reverse gravity direction - Candy moves upward when gravity is reversed - Toggle gravity to navigate vertical spaces - Audio feedback when gravity changes 11. Spikes: - Spikes destroy candy on contact - Rotatable spikes can be turned to change danger zones - Avoid spikes or use obstacles to block candy from spikes - Spikes have rotation animations 12. Spiders: - Spiders can affect gameplay - Spiders activate, fall, and have win conditions - Use spiders strategically in level solutions - Spiders may grab or interact with candy 13. Time Travel Elements: - Different Om Nom ancestors in each time period - Unique visual themes for each historical era - Era-specific background music and sound effects - Time period progression unlocks new eras - Historical settings influence level design 14. Level Structure: - Multiple boxes (time periods) to complete - Levels unlocked progressively within each era - Each time period has multiple levels - Historical progression: Prehistoric → Ancient → Medieval → Renaissance → Modern - Door animations between time periods 15. Scoring: - Score based on stars collected - Perfect score: All 3 stars collected - Level completion time may affect scoring - Best scores tracked per level and era - Overall progress tracked across all time periods STRATEGIC TIPS: - Plan Your Cuts: Think before cutting ropes. Each cut affects candy's path. Plan the sequence of cuts needed for each historical era. - Star Priority: Identify star positions early. Plan your candy path to collect stars before reaching Om Nom's ancestor. - Momentum Use: Understand physics momentum. Let candy swing or fall naturally when possible instead of over-cutting. - Bubble Timing: Time bubble pops carefully. Pop too early and candy falls; pop too late and candy may miss targets. - Gravity Strategy: Use gravity switches strategically. Reverse gravity to reach stars above or navigate tricky vertical spaces. - Multi-Cut Sequences: Some levels require cutting multiple ropes in sequence. Plan the order for optimal candy path. - Air Pump Timing: Activate air pumps at the right moment. Coordinate multiple pumps for complex maneuvers. - Hook Utilization: Understand different hook types. Movable and regulated hooks offer more control options. - Obstacle Avoidance: Identify spikes and dangers early. Plan paths that avoid obstacles or use bubbles/bouncers to protect candy. - Era Adaptation: Adapt strategies to each time period. Different eras may have era-specific mechanics or visual cues. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: - Chain Reactions: Set up chain reactions where cutting one rope causes candy to hit bouncers or activate other elements automatically. - Swing Physics: Master swinging mechanics. Let candy build momentum on swings for longer reaches. - Bubble Transportation: Use bubbles to transport candy through spike fields or dangerous areas safely. - Multi-Object Coordination: Coordinate cutting multiple ropes simultaneously to create complex candy movements. - Precision Timing: Develop precise timing for bubble pops, pump activations, and rope cuts. - Gravity Mastery: Master gravity switching to navigate levels that require both upward and downward movement. - Hook Positioning: Optimize hook positions in levels with movable hooks. Better positioning means better candy control. - Star Routes: Plan optimal routes that collect all stars while still delivering candy to Om Nom efficiently. - Obstacle Navigation: Learn to use obstacles (bouncers, pumps) to avoid spikes rather than just cutting ropes. - Time Period Mastery: Master mechanics specific to each historical era. Different periods may emphasize different puzzle-solving approaches. WINNING AND PROGRESSION: - Level Completion: Complete each level by delivering candy to Om Nom's ancestors. Progress unlocks new levels and time periods. - Star Collection: Collect all 3 stars in each level for perfect scores. Star collection affects overall game completion. - Era Progression: Complete time periods to unlock new historical eras. Travel through all of history to finish the game. - Perfect Scores: Aim for perfect scores on all levels by collecting every star. This is the ultimate challenge. - Skill Development: Improve your puzzle-solving skills through practice. Complex levels require understanding of all game mechanics. - Optimization: Find the most efficient solutions. Some levels can be completed faster or with fewer cuts. - Historical Journey: Experience all time periods from prehistoric to modern. Each era offers unique challenges and themes. - Game Completion: Complete all levels across all time periods with maximum stars for full game completion. - Speed Challenges: After completing levels, try to complete them faster. Time optimization adds replay value. - Mastery Achievement: Master all game mechanics including bubbles, pumps, hooks, gravity, and complex rope cutting sequences across all historical eras. Enjoy traveling through time with Om Nom and help feed his ancestors candy in Cut the Rope: Time Travel!