Z-Cube Twisted 3x3x3

Z-Cube Twisted 3x3x3

Z-Cube Twisted 3x3x3 is a 3x3 shape mod. The top and bottom faces are square, just like on a regular cube, but the side faces are twisted: the top face is rotated relative to the bottom one, and the sides form slanted, triangular surfaces. The cube looks unusual even when solved, and after a few moves it turns into a very strangely shaped block. The Stickerless Bright version is made of coloured plastic, with no stickers.

How to solve it

The mechanism and solving method are the same as on a classic 3x3 cube. If you know the layer-by-layer method or CFOP, you can solve the Twisted without learning any new algorithms. The challenge lies elsewhere. The pieces have different shapes, so once the puzzle is scrambled, it is harder to tell which piece is which and where it should go. Because of the twisted geometry, even simple moves look different than on a regular cube. You need to follow the colours and not be misled by the shape of the puzzle.

What to expect

This is a puzzle for fun, not a speedcube. It has no magnets and no tension adjustment system, so there is no point comparing it to record-breaking models. Z-Cube makes cheap, simple shape mods. The Twisted is simply nice to solve and turn for fun. It is not suited to high TPS.

Who is it for?

For anyone who can already solve a regular 3x3 cube and wants to try something different without learning a new puzzle from scratch. It will also be an interesting addition to a collection of shape-shifting puzzles. For a child's first cube, a classic 3x3 is a better choice, as the changing shapes can make learning the basics harder.

Specifications

• Type: 3x3x3 shape mod (shape-shifting puzzle)
• Manufacturer: Z-Cube
• Solving: like a classic 3x3 cube
• Magnets: none
• Finish: stickerless (Stickerless Bright)
• Size: approx. 60 mm