MOODLE - Guildhall School

Getting Over It Scratch doesn’t require complex controls, but it does require very accurate mouse coordination. To make the appropriate option, players must always keep an eye on the position of their character, the direction of the hammer and the distance to the next anchor point. You have to get the hammer head in a good position and pull yourself up onto a high ledge. If you want to bridge a gap , you can combine a push with a quick movement to achieve superior momentum . However speed is not always the decisive factor, an uncontrolled swing can easily send your character flying away from a safe position and plummeting to a lower area. The game demands reflexes, good judgment and the ability to control force. The more you play the better you'll know how the hammer reacts to your input, and the more complicated maneuvers you'll be able to pull off. Getting Over It Scratch takes what look like easy acts and twists them into a real test of ability, giving a fun experience for anyone who likes games that need a lot of dexterity.

You’ll get farther in getting over it scratch if you have a plan for controlling rather than just swinging the hammer by instinct. Here are some recommendations that will assist make your ascent more effective:

1. Look before you leap

Pause and decide who your next victim will be before you swing the hammer. Look for rock edges, sloped surfaces, and gaps for the best anchor place .

2. Aim for modest, controlled motions

Don’t move the mouse too fast until you have a decent feel for how the character reacts. Moving slowly and carefully makes it easier to change the direction of the hammer and less likely to lose your equilibrium. 

3. Use anchor points 

You can drag or push your character with the hammerhead. Look for surfaces that have a strong hold so you can stabilize your character before you try your next move.

4. Mastery of force control

It’s not always wise to use as much force as you can. More often than not, a moderate push in the right direction is more productive than swinging the hammer too hard and losing control of your character.

5. Be patient after a setback

If you do fall into the pit, don't panic and start randomly typing commands to go back to where you were. Instead, examine why it failed and modify your strategy for your next try.