Monster Go Skewb Box

Monster Go Skewb Box

Monster Go Skewb is a budget skewb from the Monster Go series, GAN's more affordable line for people who are just getting started with cubes. It has a standard size of 56 mm and a stickerless bright colour scheme, and it comes in a box. It works well as your first skewb or as an inexpensive puzzle for learning a new event.

What is a skewb?

A skewb looks like a cube, but you turn it differently from a classic 3x3 cube. The cutting planes run diagonally through the corners, and every move shifts half of the puzzle. A skewb consists of 8 corners and 6 square-shaped centres. It has far fewer pieces than a 3x3, so you can master the basic solving method fairly quickly. Skewb is also an official WCA competition event, which is why many cubers pick it up right after the 3x3.

How it turns

Monster Go Skewb is light, and GAN designed it to turn smoothly without much resistance. According to user reviews, it has good corner cutting, meaning it forgives turns that are not perfectly aligned. For a beginner, this is a big advantage because the puzzle locks up less often. The matte plastic of the stickerless version resembles the finish of GAN's more expensive cubes. There are no stickers that could wear off or peel.

This is a simple skewb without the advanced adjustment options found in flagship models. An advanced speedcuber who wants to fine-tune the feel to their liking will probably choose a more expensive magnetic skewb. For learning, casual solving and your first timed attempts, this model is more than enough.

Who is it for?

For a child or an adult who already knows the 3x3 and wants to try something new without spending a lot. It is also a good gift idea: the box and the colourful stickerless sides make the skewb look great.

Specifications

• Type: skewb
• Manufacturer: GAN (Monster Go series)
• Size: 56 x 56 x 56 mm
• Weight: approx. 75 g
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright
• Packaging: box