MoYu 48 Blocks Snake Puzzle

MoYu 48 Blocks Snake Puzzle

MoYu 48 Blocks Snake Puzzle is a snake puzzle made of 48 connected pieces shaped like triangular prisms. It works differently from a 3x3 cube: there is no solved state you have to return to. You twist the segments against each other and build shapes from them: a ball, animals, geometric figures or your own creations. This version is multicolored.

How to play with it

Each joint rotates in clicks, so the shape you build holds its form, and simple moves add up to increasingly complex figures. You can recreate shapes from the instructions or from patterns available online, or just twist it and see what comes out. The snake also works well as a fidget toy to keep in your hands at your desk or while traveling. The puzzle has no magnets or UV coating, and it needs no adjustment. It is a simple mechanical toy you can pick up and play with right away.

48 pieces compared to other versions

MoYu makes this series in five lengths: 24, 36, 48, 60 and 72 pieces. The 48 version sits right in the middle. It gives you clearly more possibilities than the short 24 and 36 snakes, which simply can't form larger figures. At the same time, it is handier and easier to master than the 60 or 72. It's a sensible choice to start with. If you want to build large, elaborate structures, you can go straight for a longer version.

Who is it for?

For kids and adults who enjoy 3D puzzles and free-form building rather than solving against the clock. The snake doesn't require knowing any algorithms, so it makes a great small gift or a first puzzle. It's also a nice change for cubers who want to twist something other than a cube for a while. This is not a speedcubing puzzle, so concepts like corner cutting or tensioning don't apply here.

Specifications

• Type: snake puzzle
• Manufacturer: MoYu
• Number of pieces: 48
• Color: multicolored (mixed color)
• Magnets: none
• Weight with packaging: approx. 175 g
• Other versions in the series: 24, 36, 60 and 72 pieces
• EAN: 6970647069903