Is falling into the gap a failure?

No. It is the preparation step that triggers the balloon. Wait for it to appear, return to the left platform, then make the second rightward crossing.

How do I land on the right platform from the balloon route?

After the second jump reaches the balloon, hold right so the lift and float path carries the potato toward the right platform.

Mr Potato level guide

Mr Potato Level 44 Walkthrough

hard

Trigger the balloon in the gap, then use its lift to cross from the left platform to the right-side exit.

Board Notes

Layout: The potato is on a left elevated platform. A right platform with an arched door sits across a deep gap. A balloon appears in the gap after the first fall, with a visible long string below it.
Goal: Use the balloon to cross the gap between the two platforms and enter the arched door on the right.
Opening: Jump right from the left platform to trigger the balloon on the first attempt, then return to the left launch point for the second jump.
Danger Zone: There is no intermediate landing between the platforms. A normal jump cannot cover the gap distance, so falling in resets to the start. After the balloon appears, pulling left abandons the lift route.
Mechanics: The balloon appears after the first fall and lifts the potato to a higher crossing path on the second attempt. Holding right lands the potato on the right platform.

Quick Tips for Mr Potato Level 44 (spoiler-free)

The first fall into the gap is the balloon trigger — wait for it to appear before attempting the second jump.
On the second jump, stay close to the balloon and hold right instead of trying a single long jump.
Think in chain clears. The best move is the one that sets up the next two moves, not just the quickest current match.

How to Solve Mr Potato Level 44 — Full Solution

Walk to the right edge of the left platform and make one rightward jump attempt.
After the balloon appears in the gap, return to the left platform's launch position.
Jump right again, approaching the balloon's lift path while holding right.
Let the balloon's rise and float effect carry the potato across the gap toward the right platform.
Land on the right platform and continue right into the arched door.
Wait for the VICTORY screen to confirm Level 44 is complete.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Repeatedly attempting to jump directly to the right platform without triggering the balloon first.
Jumping blind from the gap edge after the first fall without waiting for the balloon to appear.
Pulling left during the second crossing, leaving the balloon's lift path.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is falling into the gap a failure?
No. It is the preparation step that triggers the balloon. Wait for it to appear, return to the left platform, then make the second rightward crossing.
How do I land on the right platform from the balloon route?
After the second jump reaches the balloon, hold right so the lift and float path carries the potato toward the right platform.