How to play Grapple Boss

Moving scrap is only part of the job. The challenge is keeping the load steady and releasing it over the right target. Start with these practical tips for your first shift.

1. Choose a job and identify the target

Complete port jobs in Career to earn money and reputation. To practise first, use Quick Play and choose a port, job, weather and difficulty. Trucks, conveyors and silos each call for a different approach to the final drop.

2. Get comfortable with two-stick controls

Start with small inputs as you rotate, extend and lift the boom. Position the grapple over the scrap, open and close it to grab a load, then lift. Adjust the controls and camera view in Settings to find a setup that works for you.

Keep the target and load in view. A fast rotation can leave the grapple swinging even after the boom slows down, so reduce your inputs as you approach the drop.

3. Steady the swing before releasing

Bring the grapple over the target and let the swing settle. Check the alignment before you open it. Consecutive clean drops build a combo; spilled pieces and hard collisions cost points.

Your first goal: repeat a few clean drops before trying to complete the same movements faster.

4. Change your approach for each job

Load a truck: spread the scrap across the bed instead of piling it into one spot.
Feed a conveyor: line up with the feeding target and make a controlled release.
Fill a silo: the narrow opening rewards careful alignment and a steady approach.

5. Improve your machine in the garage

Explore upgrades for the hydraulics, slew motor, grapple cylinder and damper. Your Career earnings and reputation help you progress to new ports and machine improvements.

6. Compare the same job with a friend

Share a challenge code so a friend can play under the same conditions. Compare the results when you both finish. This is a score challenge on the same job, rather than a live multiplayer match.

Do I need an internet connection?

Core gameplay works offline. Ads, optional rewarded ads and store transactions require an internet connection. The game contains ads and optional in-app purchases.

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