FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Sorry Bob
How do I play Sorry Bob?
Use your mouse to control the surgeon's hand. Click and drag to perform surgeries. Be careful not to hurt Bob!
Is Sorry Bob free to play?
Yes! Sorry Bob is completely free to play in your web browser. No downloads required.
Can I play on mobile devices?
Yes, Sorry Bob works on both desktop and mobile browsers. Touch controls are supported.
How many levels are there?
There are multiple surgery levels with increasing difficulty. Can you master them all?
Why is the game so hard?
The challenging controls are part of the fun! Practice makes perfect.
How do I save my progress?
Your progress is automatically saved in your browser. Use the same browser to continue playing.
Is there a multiplayer mode?
Currently, Sorry Bob is single-player only.
Who created Sorry Bob?
Sorry Bob is inspired by the popular Surgeon Simulator series, reimagined as a browser game.
What are the keyboard controls?
Use A, W, E, R keys to control individual fingers. Mouse movements control the hand position.
Can I play offline?
Sorry Bob requires an internet connection as it's a browser-based game.
How do I perform heart surgery in Sorry Bob?
Start by using the hammer or saw to carefully break through the ribcage. Remove the rib bones one by one, then gently pull out the old heart. Drop the replacement heart into the chest cavity — but be careful, sloppy handling drains Bob's health fast.
How do I complete brain surgery without killing Bob?
First, remove the skull cap using the circular saw. The brain tumor is the dark mass you need to extract. Use slow, precise movements to avoid healthy tissue. The key is keeping your mouse movements tiny — large gestures send tools flying and instantly damage Bob.
What is the kidney transplant level?
The kidney transplant requires you to navigate deep into the abdominal cavity. Push aside the intestines and stomach carefully, locate the damaged kidney, pull it out, and place the donor kidney in its spot. It's one of the trickiest operations because the surrounding organs are easily punctured.
How do I unlock the eye surgery level?
Eye surgery is typically the final standard operation. You must complete the heart, brain, and kidney transplant levels first. It's the most delicate procedure — one wrong move with the scalpel and Bob loses his sight permanently.
Are there ambulance missions in Sorry Bob?
Yes! Ambulance missions add a time-pressure twist where you perform surgeries in the back of a moving ambulance. The vehicle's movement makes your hands even more unstable, adding an extra layer of chaos to every procedure.
How do I unlock the space surgery level?
The space level unlocks after you complete all standard operations and ambulance missions. In zero gravity, organs and tools float freely, making it the ultimate test of your surgical skills. You need to grab floating instruments and operate while everything drifts around.
Why do I keep dropping tools and how do I fix it?
Tool dropping happens when you release the A or W finger keys too early. Hold both A and W firmly to maintain your grip, then move the mouse slowly. Quick mouse movements cause the physics engine to fling objects. Practice the grip-then-move sequence in the first level until it becomes muscle memory.
Does Sorry Bob work on Chromebook and school computers?
Yes, Sorry Bob runs in any modern browser including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. It works on Chromebooks, school laptops, and low-spec computers since it's a lightweight browser game. No installation or special permissions are needed.
What happens when Bob's health bar reaches zero?
When Bob's health drops to zero, he flatlines and the surgery fails. You'll need to restart the current operation from the beginning. Health drains from dropping organs, cutting the wrong tissue, or leaving tools lodged inside the body cavity. Watch the heart monitor closely — it starts beeping faster as Bob's condition worsens.
How do I use the laser tool in Sorry Bob?
The laser tool is available in later surgery levels and acts as a precision cutting instrument. Pick it up using the A+W grip, then position it carefully over the target area. Unlike the saw or hammer, the laser cuts cleanly without collateral damage — but you need extremely steady mouse control since the beam activates the instant you're in range.
What is the best order to complete surgeries in Sorry Bob?
Start with the heart transplant since it teaches basic ribcage removal and organ handling. Move to the kidney transplant next to learn abdominal navigation. Brain surgery comes third as it demands the most precision. Save eye surgery for last — it's the hardest standard operation. After all four, ambulance missions unlock, followed by the space level.
Can I play Sorry Bob unblocked at school?
Yes! Sorry Bob is a browser-based game hosted on sorrybob.net and does not require Flash, downloads, or plugins. Most school networks allow access since it runs on standard HTTPS. If your school blocks gaming sites, try asking your IT department — the game is lightweight and won't strain network resources.
How do I get a high score in Sorry Bob?
Your score in Sorry Bob depends on surgery completion time, Bob's remaining health, and how cleanly you perform each step. Minimize unnecessary tool drops, avoid damaging surrounding organs, and complete the procedure as quickly as possible. The space and ambulance levels award bonus points due to their increased difficulty.
What are the A W E R finger controls in Sorry Bob?
Each key controls one finger on the surgeon's hand: A controls the thumb, W controls the index finger, E rotates the wrist, and R switches between left and right hands. To grip objects, hold A and W together. Release them to let go. Mastering the grip-rotate-place sequence is the core skill that separates beginners from experts.