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Candy Crush Saga Level 217 Cheats, Tips & Video

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Level Objective

bring the target to the bottom (2 nuts, 2 cherries) and score 40,000 points in 45 moves.

Candy Crush Saga Level 217 - Episode 16: Crunchy Castle

Tips & Strategies

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You Need to Make Horizontal Striped Candies.

Because the left two columns are separate from the main board, you have to make horizontal striped candies to take out a row at a time. Keep taking out those rows until you can match candies on their own in the left columns.

Combine a Striped Candy with Another Special Candy.

Special candy combinations are the best way to beat this level. The best combination are striped candies and wrapped candies because they can take out half of the columns in one move. You can combine a striped candy with a color bomb , but that doesn't guarantee maximal damage.

Accumulate Striped Candies.

Throughout the level, accumulate striped candies for possible combinations. It doesn't matter if the candies compiled are striped or horizontal because if you combine two vertical striped candies, it will still take out a full row.

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Complete Level Guide

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These Candy Crush level 217 cheats and tips to show you how to beat level 217 of Candy Crush. The goal of level 217 is to bring the target to the bottom (2 nuts, 2 cherries) and score 40,000 points in 45 moves.

Level 217 Cheat #1: You Need to Make Horizontal Striped Candies.

  • Because the left two columns are separate from the main board, you have to make horizontal striped candies to take out a row at a time.
  • Keep taking out those rows until you can match candies on their own in the left columns.

Level 217 Cheat #2: Combine a Striped Candy with Another Special Candy.

  • Special candy combinations are the best way to beat this level.
  • The best combination are striped candies and wrapped candies because they can take out half of the columns in one move.
  • You can combine a striped candy with a color bomb, but that doesn't guarantee maximal damage.

Level 217 Cheat #3: Accumulate Striped Candies.

  • Throughout the level, accumulate striped candies for possible combinations.
  • It doesn't matter if the candies compiled are striped or horizontal because if you combine two vertical striped candies, it will still take out a full row.

Are you more of a visual learner? Watch this gameplay video for Candy Crush level 217 to help you beat the level. Notice the different strategies this player uses to improve your Candy Crush Saga game.

Candy Crush Level 217 Video

Level 217 is an ingredients level, one of five level types in Candy Crush Saga. Your objective is to bring the target to the bottom (2 nuts, 2 cherries) and score 40,000 points in 45 moves. The level type first appears in level 11 and has now made over 150 appearances. In order to complete an ingredients level, a player must bring down the shown amount of ingredients to the bottom of the board. There two types of ingredients are cherries an hazelnuts. For every one collected, a player will receive 10,000 points.

How to Beat Ingredients Levels:

  • Wrapped candies will do fairly well for ingredients as well. These special candies will crush a large cluster of candies. Therefore, the wrapped candy should be used close to or directly below an ingredient.
  • Color bombs can also made a big impact in ingredient levels. For example, you can use one to remove a candy immediately blocking your ingredient or you can combine it with a striped candy to pretty much guarantee your ingredient's exit.
  • Striped candies are your best friends in ingredients levels. The reason behind this is that when they are activated, they will clear out an entire row(horizontal) or column(vertical) on the board. However, since vertically striped candies clear an entire column, they are far and away the best weapon in this level type. Always try to ensure that vertically striped candies and your ingredients are in the same column. When they are, the vertically striped candy will clear drop the ingredient in one swift and efficient move. For better results, align multiple candies in the same column.
  • As you progress further into the game, you will see your ingredients path to the bottom more and more obstructed by various blockers. To combat this, especially at the bottom, make sure to shift your ingredient to the a clear row or column.

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Quick Facts

Level
217
Difficulty
Medium
Tips Available
3
Video Walkthrough
Yes
Objective
bring the target to the bottom (2 nuts, 2 cherries) and score 40,000 points in 45 moves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Level 217?

bring the target to the bottom (2 nuts, 2 cherries) and score 40,000 points in 45 moves.

How many moves do I have in Candy Crush Saga Level 217?

Level 217 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 bring down ingredients in Level 217?

Open ingredient lanes first, then play under the ingredients to drop them faster. Striped clears help open narrow funnels and remove blockers in the drop path.

What is the best strategy for Level 217?

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 217 hard?

Level 217 is rated as medium. With the right strategy, most players can complete this level within a few tries.

What boosters help with Level 217?

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 217 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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Three stars on the first try - easy :-)