Sand Loop Level 170 Solution

Step 1: Collect the first star and move to the initial sand dispenser area.

Roll the sand ball right, then up a small ramp. Continue rolling right to collect the first star.

The first star is collected, and the ball is positioned near the first sand dispenser.

Step 2: Activate the first circular switch to open the gate.

Roll to the sand dispenser directly above the circular switch. Release sand into the funnel until the switch is activated.

The gate to the right opens, allowing passage.

Step 3: Navigate the moving platforms and collect the second star.

Roll onto the first moving platform, wait for it to move across the gap, then roll onto the second platform. Roll off the second platform to the right to collect the second star.

The second star is collected, and the ball is on the platform with another sand dispenser.

Step 4: Use sand to lower the platform and create a bridge.

Roll to the sand dispenser. Drop a significant amount of sand onto the platform below to weigh it down and connect it to the right side.

The platform descends and forms a bridge, providing access to the right.

Step 5: Collect the third star and drop to the lower section.

Roll right across the newly formed bridge to collect the third star. Then, roll left and drop through the opening into the lower passage.

The third star is collected, and the ball is in the lower part of the level with more sand dispensers.

Step 6: Activate a switch to move a horizontal platform.

Roll to the sand dispenser on the left. Drop sand into the funnel above the circular switch to activate it.

The horizontal platform on the left side moves upwards.

Step 7: Create a sand ramp to cross a large pit.

Roll to the right-most sand dispenser. Drop a large amount of sand into the deep pit below to form a sloping ramp.

The pit is filled with sand, creating a traversable ramp to the right.

Step 8: Activate the final switch to open the exit.

Roll right across the newly formed sand ramp. Drop sand onto the circular switch at the end of the ramp.

The gate protecting the exit portal opens.

Step 9: Collect the final star and reach the exit.

Roll left to collect the final star. Then, roll right into the now-open exit portal.

All stars are collected, the ball enters the exit, and the 'Level Complete' screen appears.

Q: How do I open the gates in this level?

A: Gates are opened by dropping sand onto the circular switch mechanisms located directly above them.

Q: How do I create paths across gaps or reach higher areas?

A: You need to use the sand dispensers to fill pits, create ramps, or weigh down platforms to form bridges.

Q: What do the stars do?

A: Collecting all stars is typically a secondary objective or required for a perfect clear, as seen by the 'Level Complete' screen after all stars are gathered.