WitEden 2x2x3 II Camouflage Cube

WitEden 2x2x3 II Camouflage Cube

At first glance, it looks like an ordinary 2x2x3 cuboid with a black body and stickers. However, the WitEden 2x2x3 II Camouflage Cube belongs to the Camouflage series, where the visible divisions on the outside don't match how the layers actually turn inside. The mechanism is hidden beneath a familiar shape. After a few moves, the puzzle no longer resembles a cuboid, and some turns turn out to be blocked. In practice, the Camouflage series is a bandaged puzzle in disguise.

How it differs from a regular 2x2x3

A classic 2x2x3 can be solved much like a simple cube. That's not the case here. First you need to figure out which moves are even possible in a given position, and only then can you plan your sequences. According to customer reviews, solving it is noticeably harder than a standard 2x2x3, but still manageable without specialist knowledge. A big part of the fun comes from discovering how the hidden mechanism works.

How it turns

This is a puzzle for relaxed solving and for your collection, not a speedcubing cube. Users report that the turning can feel stiff, even after lubing. Align the layers carefully before each move, because imprecise turning easily leads to lockups. Don't expect the feel of modern speedcubing cubes.

Who is it for?

For someone who already knows the basic cubes and cuboids and wants something that requires thinking rather than memorising algorithms. It's also a good fit for collectors of WitEden puzzles and fans of bandaged puzzles. As a child's first puzzle, a regular 2x2x3 or 3x3 is a better choice, as this one can easily be discouraging.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: WitEden
• Type: 2x2x3 cuboid, shape-shifting puzzle (Camouflage series)
• Dimensions: approx. 45 x 45 x 57 mm
• Weight: approx. 82 g
• Body colour: black, with stickers