Brain Test 3 Level 276: Alyx must fill the bottle with the Fountain of Life's water.
Brain Test 3 Level 276
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Quick Answer
Drag the cowboy hat onto the statue to block its eyes, then fill the bottle with water.
Skills Tested
Step-by-Step Solution
- 1) Drag the cowboy hat onto the statue to block its eyes.
- 2) Fill the bottle with the Fountain of Life's water.
Hint
Reveal a hint
Block the statue's eyes with the cowboy hat so you can collect the water.
Why It Works
It works because the fountain only flows once the statue is blinded. Covering its eyes with the hat disables the fountain's reaction, allowing the bottle to be filled.
Frequently asked questions
How does Alyx fill the bottle in Brain Test 3 level 276?
Block the statue's eyes with the cowboy hat, then fill the bottle with the fountain water.
What is the answer to Brain Test 3 level 276?
Drag the cowboy hat onto the statue to blind it, then collect the Fountain of Life's water.
What does the cowboy hat do in Brain Test 3 level 276?
Placing the cowboy hat on the statue blocks its eyes so the fountain stops reacting.
Why would the statue stop the water in Brain Test 3 level 276?
The statue's gaze prevents collecting the water, so covering its eyes stops it.
When can I fill the bottle in Brain Test 3 level 276?
Fill the bottle after the cowboy hat covers the statue's eyes.
Is there a trick to the fountain in Brain Test 3 level 276?
Yes, you must blind the statue before the fountain lets you fill the bottle.