I'm terrified by that type of level because I always finished 2 off and can never find the cut. I have so many, unsolved since years.
Here, I was able to solve my 2 off so I'm happy (you know what?...), but I couldn't identify the 2 steps saver, so it will not help for next boards. :(
I enjoyed solving this level. I had a rapid 2 off due to taking the long way at a certain location. I was passing there without caring due to thinking only at what was coming after that... LOL!
I'm always afraid at those, because for me it's a matter of testing until a route works. My mind can't catch any logic showing me what route is better.
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