Rubik’s WOWCube adds complexity, possibility by reinventing the puzzle cube

For those who, like this writer, are too intimidated by the original Rubik’s Cube, a more accessible version of the puzzle is welcome. Solving the new Rubik’s Cube feels more attainable and less frustrating.

WOWCube is composed of eight modules. Each module has its own PCB, processor, gyroscope and accelerometer. This may explain why Cubios adopted this smaller design. The dilemma is also whether electronics actually improve the Rubik’s Cube.

Games and other apps

Once I played some of WOWCube’s other games, I saw the benefit of the smaller grid. 2×2 layout is more suitable for games like white rabbitwhich is like pac man But depending on the tilting and turning of the cube, or ladybugWhere you rotate the cube to make a path for the ladybug who is constantly crawling. A central module could add unnecessary complexity and space to these games and other WOWCube apps pixel worldwhich is like the Rubik’s Cube puzzle but with images depicting world landmarks, or the WOWCube implementation of Gabriele Cirulli’s puzzle game, 2048.

At the time of writing, WOWCube has 15 “games” including the Rubik’s Cube puzzle. Most games are free, but there are some space invaders surrounded ($30) and sunny side up ($5), cost money.

Unlike the original Rubik’s Cube, which is content to stay on your shelf until you need brain exercise or go on a road trip, WOWCube commands attention with dozens of colorful screens, sound effects, and efforts to be more than a toy.

With its Widgets app open, the Cube can display information like time, temperature, and alerts from a limited selection of messaging apps. More advanced actions, like checking the temperature for yesterday or opening WhatsApp messages, are unavailable. There’s room for improvement, but further development, perhaps around features like an alarm clock or reminders, could turn the WOWCube into a helpful desk companion.