The Ultimate Guide to Conquering the Bucket Swing Challenge
Despite a minimalist design, each obstacle and hurdle is designed in a way that it offers a unique set of difficulties to the players.
Whether learning about the mechanics of the hammer, crossing Orange Hell, navigating the Devil’s Chimney, or climbing the Radio Tower, every section presents a certain level of challenge. However, our topic of concern in this article is Bucket Swing.
Yeah, that bucket you saw when you reached near the end of the game. The bucket, at first glance, has a strange swinging motion. Players often end up getting stuck at the “snake” while going through this challenge.
This part of the game asks you to combine all the punishing physics with the demand for delicate control. In this guide, we will look at some tips and tricks that will help you conquer the bucket challenge.
What is the Getting Over It Bucket Swing?
The bucket swing is a challenge you face in Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, where you use your hammer to grab onto a swinging bucket.
This challenge requires you to swing and position the hammer in the right direction of the swinging bucket to reach a certain level. The challenge demands perfect timing, balance, and a little bit of patience.
Where is the bucket?
Before we discuss how to conquer this challenge, we first need to locate exactly where this bucket challenge takes place. After you successfully cross all the hurdles in the Orange Hell section, you enter one of the trickiest parts of the game.

This section features a swinging bucket on the right side and, on the left side, a signboard that says,
“Do not ride snake”
Along with a snake sculpture. Missing the bucket at this point can send you far down the mountain, erasing all your progress.
And don’t ask me what happens if you get stuck at the Getting Over It Snake—we’ll cover that in the upcoming sections.
When Can You Fall Into the Snake While Going Through the Bucket Challenge?
What are the threats associated with the snake sculpture? Well, we already covered this in one of our articles: Getting Over It Bad Ending.
To summarize, there are countless examples of players trying to swing around the bucket, only to unknowingly get stuck at the snake sculpture.
This sends them all the way back to the starting point, losing all their progress. That’s why there’s a warning sign displayed there: “Do not ride snake.” You can get a good idea from analyzing the full map of Getting over it.
Why Is It So Hard?
Why do players believe the bucket challenge is so hard? Because the bucket is hanging by a rope that swings in a strange and uncontrollable manner.
If you try to rush and make sudden movements, you’ll mess up. But once you learn how to steady the bucket and time your swings, you’ll move better and faster. We’ll discuss tips and tricks for this challenge, so stay with us.
Is the Bucket Rope Really a Rope?
Have you noticed that the rope or thread from which the bucket is attached doesn’t behave like a real rope? At the top, you’ll notice it more clearly.

Instead of bending and flexing naturally, it bent strangely. This isn’t a distraction—maybe it’s just a glitch. The key is to focus on the bucket’s motion rather than expecting the rope to behave realistically.
The Art Behind the Right Swing
If you use the right technique, the bucket challenge isn’t as tough as it seems. It’s crucial to understand the mechanics of swinging in Getting Over It.
The bucket acts like a pendulum, and your hammer serves as a hook to interact with it. The force and direction you apply to the hammer determine how the bucket swings and, ultimately, how far you’re propelled.
Key Factors to Consider
- Build momentum gradually; sudden movements can destabilize the bucket.
- The direction of your hammer’s push determines the bucket’s trajectory.
- A firm, deliberate grip is essential to overcome friction.
Step-by-Step Strategy for the Bucket Swing Challenge
Here is the step-by-step strategy for the bucket swing challenge.
Step 1: Positioning the Hammer
First, understand that positioning the hammer correctly is crucial. Carefully lower the hammer and give a push from the ground until it touches the rim of the bucket.

At this moment, avoid quick, jerky movements. Your only goal is to stay hooked onto the bucket without losing control. Once successfully hooked, ensure your cauldron is slightly above the bucket’s pivot point to reduce unnecessary friction.
Step 2: Building Momentum
With the hammer in position, gently rock the bucket back and forth by moving the hammer in small, controlled arcs. Start with short swings to establish a rhythm, then gradually increase the amplitude without losing momentum.
Step 3: Timing the Launch
Plan your timing for the launch carefully. At the peak of a forward swing, release the bucket and push upward with a strong but calculated hammer stroke.

Step 4: Recovery
If you miss the ledge, try not to panic. Grab onto nearby surfaces and stabilize yourself.
Check out this guide to learn more ways to get past the bucket swing.
Conclusion
The Bucket Swing challenge in Getting Over It can consume your valuable time and effort. It’s especially challenging because failure here can cause you to lose all your progress—and even worse, you could get stuck at the snake sculpture.
This challenge is a true test of skill. While experienced players may breeze through it, newcomers need to give this section special attention. By following a systematic approach and staying mentally calm, you can overcome this hurdle.
All I can say is, best of luck—you’ve got this!