Clean the Squishies Magic Ability

The official PC controls list G - Magic Ability, which makes ability timing part of the Clean the Squishies route. The safest way to use it is simple: save it for crowded sections where one action can reduce multiple pickups or movement decisions.

When to Use Magic

Use the ability when the shop section is dense, awkward, or likely to create backtracking. If the next few squishies are already lined up in an easy path, normal pickup and place controls may be enough.

Good ability moments include:

• A crowded corner with many nearby squishies.
• A section that keeps making you turn around.
• A multiplayer run where your assigned area is falling behind.
• A leaderboard attempt where one slow aisle can ruin the pace.

Pairing Magic with Controls

Magic does not replace clean basics. You still need to know pickup, place, drop, switch, and squish controls. The best route uses normal movement for simple sections and saves magic for the places that cost the most time.

Upgrade Priority

The official description says upgrades and abilities help make the cleanup job easier. Prioritize upgrades that make your magic use more valuable, such as anything that reduces travel time, improves carrying, or helps you clear groups of squishies without resetting.

Common Mistakes

• Using magic the moment it is ready, even in an easy section.
• Forgetting to switch squishies before activating a planned route.
• Dropping items in the middle of a route and blocking your own path.
• Having multiple players use abilities in the same section instead of splitting the shop.