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Candy Crush Saga Level 1 Cheats, Tips & Video

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Level Objective

score 800 points using 10 moves.

Candy Crush Saga Level 1 - Episode 1: Candy Town

Tips & Strategies

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Match 3 of the same color.

This level is pretty easy! Just match three in a row of the same color candy. You can move candies left, right, up, or down to make horizontal or vertical matches.

Get 4 or more in a row.

When you get 4 candies of the same color in a row, you'll create a striped candy ! Getting 5 in a row is more difficult, but it will create a color bomb ! When you drag the color bomb onto another candy, it clears every candy of that color!

Clear special candies.

When you make a match of 3 including a striped candy , it will clear every candy in that row or column. The direction of the stripes tells you whether the candy will clear a horizontal or vertical line!

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Video Walkthrough

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Complete Level Guide

Original guide written by our Candy Crush experts

These Candy Crush level 1 cheats and tips to show you how to beat level 1 of Candy Crush. The goal of level 1 is to score 800 points using 10 moves.

Level 1 Cheat #1: Match 3 of the same color.

  • This level is pretty easy! Just match three in a row of the same color candy.
  • You can move candies left, right, up, or down to make horizontal or vertical matches.

Level 1 Cheat #2: Get 4 or more in a row.

  • When you get 4 candies of the same color in a row, you'll create a striped candy!
  • Getting 5 in a row is more difficult, but it will create a color bomb! When you drag the color bomb onto another candy, it clears every candy of that color!

Level 1 Cheat #3: Clear special candies.

  • When you make a match of 3 including a striped candy, it will clear every candy in that row or column.
  • The direction of the stripes tells you whether the candy will clear a horizontal or vertical line!

Are you more of a visual learner? Watch this gameplay video for Candy Crush level 1 to help you beat the level. Notice the different strategies this player uses to improve your Candy Crush Saga game.

Candy Crush Level 1 Video

Level 1 is a Target Score level, one of five level types in Candy Crush Saga. Your objective is to score 800 points using 10 moves. In order to complete a Target Score level, you will need to reach a minimum target score in a limited number of moves. Target score levels appear in the first episode, Candy Town, and continue to the eleventh episode, Gingerbread Glade. When playing this type of level, you may be faced with other blockers such as, bombs, jelly, and meringue.

How To Beat Target Score Levels:

  • Stay focused. Only make moves that help increase your score. Typically in these types of levels, the move limit is low. If there are blockers or other obstacles standing in your way, make sure that you ignore them and are continuously scanning the board for potential combinations or large matches. Do not waste moves on clearing the boosters or obstacles unless necessary.
  • Look to create special candy combinations. Special candy combinations will help you to use your moves efficiently since they have a higher point value attached to them. When possible, make combinations that include 4+ candies. Also, look to combine two special candies together.
  • Take your time. Since these levels do not have a time limit, make sure that each move you make is the best move. Remember, you are trying to reach a target score, not beat the clock or clear blockers. Continue to look around the board to be sure that each move you make, impacts the score.

Bonus Tip: Skip the Hint

AI

The game's suggested moves prioritize simple matches, not strategy. Take an extra second to find better opportunities the hint misses.

Quick Facts

Level
1
Difficulty
Medium
Tips Available
3
Video Walkthrough
Yes
Objective
score 800 points using 10 moves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Level 1?

score 800 points using 10 moves.

How many moves do I have in Candy Crush Saga Level 1?

Level 1 typically provides between 15-30 moves depending on the difficulty. Check the top of your screen when starting the level to see your exact move count.

How do I hit the target score in Level 1?

Create special candies early and chain combos. Saving a strong combo for the final moves often triggers large cascades that boost score quickly.

What is the best strategy for Level 1?

Focus on creating special candies like striped candies and wrapped candies. Combining these special candies together creates powerful effects that can clear large portions of the board.

Is Level 1 hard?

Level 1 is rated as medium. With the right strategy, most players can complete this level within a few tries.

What boosters help with Level 1?

The Lollipop Hammer is great for removing stubborn blockers. Color Bombs combined with Striped Candies can clear large areas. The Coconut Wheel creates striped candies that can help reach objectives faster.

Can I beat Level 1 without boosters?

Yes, all Candy Crush Saga levels can be beaten without boosters, though some levels may take a few tries to get the right candy combinations.

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User Comments(15)

bilal's avatar
my friend made 300000 points at 1st level. i m really shocked to c. can anyone understand me how is it possible.????????
Sargeant Fagio's avatar
hax
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he is hacker
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first u know how to write english
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haleem's avatar
i am the best at candy crush ok
Poopieeater01's avatar
Stupid I can get a easy 234477891344877315479631569747893241869743127782143784231 points with no hax
Guest's avatar
it's hard to play cc
Norway 48's avatar
I have mostly played on my ipad and I know how to reset the candies without quitting the game BUT I can't figure out how to do the same while playing on the computer, any help on this would be appreciated.
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I am a new player. What is the 'star bar'? How do I earn extra boosters, etc.?
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