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Candy Crush Saga Level 523 Cheats, Tips & Video

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Level Objective

collect 4 acorns and score 40,000 points in 30 moves.

Candy Crush Saga Level 523 - Episode 36: Butterscotch Beach

Tips & Strategies

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Clear the licorice and the meringues first.

The board might look a little hectic when you first start out. At the beginning, just focus on clearing whatever obstacles you can, especially the licorice and the meringue s. Once you clear these obstacles, they won't reappear. Also, you will have a board that is much less confusing to look at and make matches on.

Focus on how to work around the holes in the board.

The holes in the board, like the chocolate fountain, are an obstacle that you cannot destroy. Instead, you must learn how to work around them. Matching striped candies horizontally are a good way to clear candies around the holes that are otherwise difficult to match. Learn which direction a candy is going to shift around the holes so that you can predict how future moves will impact the board.

Keep an eye on the chocolate fountain.

The chocolate fountain is unfortunately located in the center of the board. This means that chocolate can spawn and expand in any direction. Keep the chocolate contained so that you don't end up being cut off from an area of the board. Striped candies are a great method to eliminate chunks of chocolate. Especially if you notice the chocolate is expanding in a particular column or row.

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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 523 cheats and tips to show you how to beat level 523 of Candy Crush. The goal of level 523 is to collect 4 acorns and score 40,000 points in 30 moves.

Level 523 Cheat #1: Clear the licorice and the meringues first.

  • The board might look a little hectic when you first start out.
  • At the beginning, just focus on clearing whatever obstacles you can, especially the licorice and the meringues.
  • Once you clear these obstacles, they won't reappear.
  • Also, you will have a board that is much less confusing to look at and make matches on.

Level 523 Cheat #2: Focus on how to work around the holes in the board.

  • The holes in the board, like the chocolate fountain, are an obstacle that you cannot destroy.
  • Instead, you must learn how to work around them.
  • Matching striped candies horizontally are a good way to clear candies around the holes that are otherwise difficult to match.
  • Learn which direction a candy is going to shift around the holes so that you can predict how future moves will impact the board.

Level 523 Cheat #3: Keep an eye on the chocolate fountain.

  • The chocolate fountain is unfortunately located in the center of the board.
  • This means that chocolate can spawn and expand in any direction.
  • Keep the chocolate contained so that you don't end up being cut off from an area of the board.
  • Striped candies are a great method to eliminate chunks of chocolate. Especially if you notice the chocolate is expanding in a particular column or row.

Are you more of a visual learner? Watch this gameplay video for Candy Crush level 523 to help you beat the level. Notice the different strategies this player uses to improve your Candy Crush Saga game.

Candy Crush Level 523 Video

Level 523 is an ingredients level, one of five level types in Candy Crush Saga. Your objective is to collect 4 acorns and score 40,000 points in 30 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.

Bonus Tip: Order Collection

AI

Don't just match randomly - look for where your target candies cluster. Color bombs are incredibly valuable for finishing orders quickly.

Quick Facts

Level
523
Difficulty
Medium
Tips Available
3
Video Walkthrough
Yes
Objective
collect 4 acorns and score 40,000 points in 30 moves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Level 523?

collect 4 acorns and score 40,000 points in 30 moves.

How many moves do I have in Candy Crush Saga Level 523?

Level 523 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 523?

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 523?

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 523 hard?

Level 523 is rated as medium. With the right strategy, most players can complete this level within a few tries.

What boosters help with Level 523?

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 523 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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Geertje's avatar
I this is the level (523) where people give up. Almost every ingredient stays stuck behind a block.