Flippy Bottle Extreme! Guide: How to master the art of the flip
Flipping plastic bottles is apparently a big thing right now, so naturally that has spawned a variety of bottle flipping apps trying to bank on that trend. Flippy Bottle Extreme!is just one of them, but this game offers a nice selection of variety and a bunch of fun bottles (it's much more exciting than it sounds) to unlock. It's also pretty difficult at first. Flipping bottles in real life isn't easy, and it might even be tougher in a video game. Follow these beginner tips to help you get started.
Experiment with angles
When you first start out, the game tells you to swipe at an angle to flip the bottle onto the platform, but there’s more to it than that. Flippy Bottle Extreme! has pretty realistic physics, so it’s almost like flipping a real bottle. Different angles and levels of force could send your bottle sailing off screen or feebly wobbling over the edge of the platform.
Experiment and learn how the bottle moves using different angles. I found, for example, that swiping nearly straight up, with just a bit of an angle, was a good way to flip the bottle onto a level, nearby platform. Platforms higher up, though, might require more force or a more dramatic angle to successfully flip.
Use your index finger
You might be naturally tempted to use your thumb, but try to avoid it. Using your index finger allows you to make more precise movements and it’s easier to get a feel for the bottle. It makes a tough game just a little easier.
Use endless mode to practice
Flippy Bottle Extreme! has a bunch of different modes that each offer their own unique set of challenges. You can cycle through them by tapping the "modes" button at the bottom of the screen. Endless mode is exactly as advertised--try to flip the bottle as many times as you can on a single platform.
Endless mode is actually a wonderful way to practice if you're just starting out, as the levels reset quickly and you can flip forever if you want. Use this to master the basics before you eventually branch out to level mode and beyond.
Follow these tips and get to practicing! Give it a little time and you'll be climbing the leader boards with the rest of them.
If you've got your own Flippy Bottle Extreme! tips and tricks, be sure to share them in the comments!