FangShi 2x2x2 Transform - Twin Pyraminx

FangShi 2x2x2 Transform - Twin Pyraminx

FangShi 2x2x2 Transform - Twin Pyraminx is a shape mod built on a 2x2 cube mechanism. It has the shape of a Pyrastar, meaning two interpenetrating tetrahedra, and looks like a three-dimensional star inscribed in a cube. The design comes from FangShi's limCube line. What sets it apart from a regular Pyrastar are the round pieces where the edges of the two tetrahedra cross. These pieces also turn, so the puzzle can be scrambled more deeply than the classic version.

How to solve it

At its core is a standard 2x2 mechanism. If you can solve a 2x2 cube, you already know half of the solution. The rest of the challenge comes from the round pieces, which have to be oriented correctly, and from the unusual shape. Since the puzzle is stickerless, it is also harder to see at a glance where each piece should go. Reviews usually rate the difficulty as average or below average, and the mechanism is praised for turning smoothly and without problems. This is a puzzle for your collection and for fun, not for timed speedcubing. It has no magnets.

Twin Pyraminx vs other Transform versions

The Transform series includes several shapes with the same number of pieces, but each one calls for a slightly different approach. The Pyraminx and Rhombohedron versions lose their shape when scrambled, while the Twin Pyraminx (like the Octahedron) keeps its shape no matter how scrambled it is. If you are just getting started with shape mods, that is good news: the shape does not fall apart, so it is easier to find your way around it. If you are looking for a tougher challenge with a shape-shifting puzzle, go for the Pyraminx version instead.

Who is it for?

For anyone who has already solved a 2x2 or 3x3 cube and wants to try something different from yet another classic cube. It is also a great pick for collectors of unusual puzzles and a nice gift for someone who enjoys figuring things out. At around 70 mm, it sits comfortably in the hand, although it is noticeably larger than a typical 2x2 cube.

Specifications

• Type: shape mod on a 2x2 mechanism (Pyrastar shape)
• Manufacturer: FangShi (limCube line)
• Dimensions: approx. 70 x 70 x 70 mm
• Weight: approx. 104 g
• Magnets: none
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright
• When scrambled: keeps its shape