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Candy Crush Saga Level 1288 Cheats, Tips & Video

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Level Objective

Clear 12 single and 53 double jelly squares in 24 moves

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Tips & Strategies

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Match mystery 3 or more mystery candies on first move

When you start to play Candy Crush Level 1288, check if there are any chances that you can match 3 or more mystery candies on the playing field. Matching mystery candies on your first move in Candy Crush Level 1288 can be very helpful. You can be able to immediately combine or activate special candies on the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. The candy bombs in Candy Crush Level 1288 should not be much of a problem to you. Special candies and chain reactions will take care of the candy bombs in Candy Crush Level 1288 so do not use your moves to defuse it. You should rather concentrate on matching candies on the left side of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288 as often as you can. This is because mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288 spawn in the first column from the left.

Make a colour bomb and striped candy combination

Clear the blockers that are on the bottom right corner of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288 with special candies that you combine or activate in the bottom left corner of the playing field. Do the same thing for the popcorn that is at the center of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. Thanks to the mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288, you will have a huge amount of special candies on the playing field. Try to make a combination of a striped candy and a colour bomb on the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. A combination of a colour bomb and a striped candy in Candy Crush Level 1288 alone should take care of the majority of the jellies and the blockers on the playing field.

Grow popcorn on middle of board for a colour bomb

Try to reach the mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288 as fast as you can and in return, they may give you combinations. These combinations in Candy Crush Level 1288 can help you to unlock and clear the chocolate that is at the bottom of the playing field. Once you clear the chocolate in Candy Crush Level 1288, it will not come back so you can focus on clearing the jelly. The combinations that you make in Candy Crush Level 1288 can also help you to grow the popcorn that is at the middle of the playing field to give you colour bomb. It will be easier for you to complete Candy Crush Level 1288 when you get to the mystery candies with a lot of colour bombs and cascades appearing.

Video Walkthrough

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Complete Level Guide

Original guide written by our Candy Crush experts

These Candy Crush level 1288 cheats and tips will help you beat level 1288 of Candy Crush. The objective of Candy Crush level 1288 is to With 50 moves or fewer, score 104,000 points or more and remove 53 two-layered jellies.

Level 1288 Cheat #1: Match mystery 3 or more mystery candies on first move

Candy Crush level 1288

When you start to play Candy Crush Level 1288, check if there are any chances that you can match 3 or more mystery candies on the playing field. Matching mystery candies on your first move in Candy Crush Level 1288 can be very helpful. You can be able to immediately combine or activate special candies on the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. The candy bombs in Candy Crush Level 1288 should not be much of a problem to you. Special candies and chain reactions will take care of the candy bombs in Candy Crush Level 1288 so do not use your moves to defuse it. You should rather concentrate on matching candies on the left side of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288 as often as you can. This is because mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288 spawn in the first column from the left.

Level 1288 Cheat #2: Make a colour bomb and striped candy combination

Candy Crush level 1288

Clear the blockers that are on the bottom right corner of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288 with special candies that you combine or activate in the bottom left corner of the playing field. Do the same thing for the popcorn that is at the center of the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. Thanks to the mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288, you will have a huge amount of special candies on the playing field. Try to make a combination of a striped candy and a colour bomb on the playing field in Candy Crush Level 1288. A combination of a colour bomb and a striped candy in Candy Crush Level 1288 alone should take care of the majority of the jellies and the blockers on the playing field.

Level 1288 Cheat #3: Grow popcorn on middle of board for a colour bomb

Candy Crush level 1288

Try to reach the mystery candies in Candy Crush Level 1288 as fast as you can and in return, they may give you combinations. These combinations in Candy Crush Level 1288 can help you to unlock and clear the chocolate that is at the bottom of the playing field. Once you clear the chocolate in Candy Crush Level 1288, it will not come back so you can focus on clearing the jelly. The combinations that you make in Candy Crush Level 1288 can also help you to grow the popcorn that is at the middle of the playing field to give you colour bomb. It will be easier for you to complete Candy Crush Level 1288 when you get to the mystery candies with a lot of colour bombs and cascades appearing.

Are you more of a visual learner? Watch this gameplay video for Candy Crush level 1288 to help you beat the level. Notice the different strategies this player uses to improve your Candy Crush Saga game.

Candy Crush Level 1288 Video


Bonus Tip: Corner Jelly Strategy

AI

Corners are hardest to reach. Focus on creating striped candies near corners early, before you run low on moves.

Quick Facts

Level
1288
Difficulty
Medium
Tips Available
3
Video Walkthrough
Yes
Objective
Clear 12 single and 53 double jelly squares in 24 moves

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Level 1288?

Clear 12 single and 53 double jelly squares in 24 moves

How many moves do I have in Candy Crush Saga Level 1288?

Level 1288 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 clear jelly faster in Level 1288?

Open the board early, then focus on making striped candies to sweep rows/columns. Jelly under blockers usually requires removing the blocker first, so prioritize unlocking those areas.

What is the best strategy for Level 1288?

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 1288 hard?

Level 1288 is rated as medium. With the right strategy, most players can complete this level within a few tries.

What boosters help with Level 1288?

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 1288 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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