Simple 2960 Tomodachi Series Vol 3 - The Itsudemo Puzzle - Massugu Soroete Straws (Japan)

If you’re new to The Itsudemo Puzzle - Massugu Soroete Straws, mastering this simple but addictive puzzle game just takes a few key strategies to earn high scores and clear every level. First, get comfortable with the basic GBA controls: use the directional pad to select any straw on the grid, press the A button to confirm your selection and move it along its track, and press B to cancel a move if you make a mistake. The Select button pulls up a hint if you get stuck, so save your hints for harder late-game levels instead of wasting them on easy early stages. The core rule for efficient clears is to sort long straws first, then adjust shorter straws after. Long straws take up more space on the grid and are far harder to maneuver once short straws are placed in front of them, so map out where every long straw needs to sit first to avoid getting blocked permanently. For levels that require you to sort straws by color in addition to aligning their ends, group all straws of the same color into their assigned sections before you start aligning, this cuts down on repeated moves and saves valuable time. Your score is calculated based on how few moves you use and how fast you clear the level, so avoid dragging straws back and forth unnecessarily. If you’re playing a timed challenge level, prioritize getting all straws aligned roughly first before fine-tuning small alignment errors to avoid running out of time. For levels with obstacle tiles that block straw movement, always move any straw blocking your path out of the way before you try to move a longer straw to its final position. Follow these tips and you’ll clear every level and earn a top rank in no time.