Brain Test 3 Level 269: Joe is falling down from that cliff! Alyx must save him.
Brain Test 3 Level 269
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Quick Answer
Drag the shovel to the ground below Joe to dig a hole until water fills it, creating a pool for him to land safely.
Skills Tested
Step-by-Step Solution
- 1) Drag the shovel to the ground below Joe.
- 2) Dig a hole there until water fills it to form a pool.
- 3) Let Joe land safely in the water-filled pool.
Hint
Reveal a hint
Dig a hole below Joe with the shovel so it fills with water as a cushion.
Why It Works
It works because the level rewards using the environment to create a landing pad. Digging a water-filled pool under Joe absorbs his fall so he survives.
Frequently asked questions
How does Alyx save Joe from the cliff in Brain Test 3 level 269?
Drag the shovel to the ground below and dig a water-filled pool for Joe to land in.
What is the answer to Brain Test 3 level 269?
Use the shovel to dig a hole below Joe until water fills it, creating a safe landing pool.
Where do I use the shovel in Brain Test 3 level 269?
Drag the shovel to the ground directly below the falling Joe to dig the water pool.
Why does water fill the hole in Brain Test 3 level 269?
Digging deep enough lets groundwater fill the hole, softening Joe's landing.
What is the safest landing spot in Brain Test 3 level 269?
The water-filled pool dug under Joe is the safe spot for him to land.
Is there a specific timing in Brain Test 3 level 269?
Dig the hole before Joe lands so the pool is ready to catch him safely.