Introduction
You might be getting tired of the current 18 World Cube Association, or WCA, events, or even just looking for a new puzzle to solve. We go over some of the best non WCA puzzles to learn.
Kilominx, Gigaminx and Megaminx Variations
The Megaminx, a WCA event, is a dodecahedral twisty puzzle, similar to the 3x3 but with more faces and in result more pieces. Different variations of the megaminx exist, which vary in the number of layers present in the puzzle.
The Kilominx, or kibiminx, is a 2x2 megaminx, essentially a megaminx without the edge pieces and sometimes without the center pieces as well.
$ 10.95
The ShengShou Kilominx is a highly stable puzzle with smooth layer rotations. If you are a fan of minx puzzles, try one out for yourself!
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The Gigaminx and higher-order versions of the megaminx are also available, similar to the higher order versions of the 3x3, with an increase in the number of layers, which results in added complexity when solving.
Mastermorphix and Megamorphix
The mastermorphix is a tetrahedral shape mod of a traditional 3x3 cube, which solves similarly to a 3x3. Higher order versions of the mastermorphix are also available similar to the 3x3, such as the megamorphix, a 4x4 version of the mastermorphix. These puzzles shape shifting puzzles, which add an extra layer of complexity when solving.
$ 4.95
The MoFang JiaoShi Mastermorphix is the first puzzle of this kind to be produced under the Cubing Classroom sub-brand. This puzzle sports vibrant, visually pleasing shades and moves very smoothly -- especially after lubrication.… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<MoFang JiaoShi Mastermorphix
Cuboids
A Cuboid is a polyhedron bounded by six quadrilateral faces. In twisty puzzles terms, these puzzles have 6 faces but each axis can have a different amount of layers.
Some great pickups are are the QiYi cuboids, including the 2x2x3, 3x3x2, and the single-layered 1x1x3.
$ 6.95
The QiYi 2x2x3 is the first cuboid to come from QiYi! Traditionally 2x2x3's have always been very catchy, slow, and hard to use but QiYi has changed that. This new design features rounded pieces and a beefed up mechanism that… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<QiYi 2x2x3
$ 4.95
The QiYi 1x3x3 is a fun shape shifting cuboid! This version of the 1x3x3 can rotate in both full and half turns (shown in picture) allowing the puzzle to change shape and become more of a challenge! This 1x3x3 also… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<QiYi 1x3x3
Another great cuboid puzzle that is so 2017 is the QiYi's 1x3x3 spinner, which comes in a range of plastic colors and is also able to shape shift, along with its spinning ability.
$ 11.95
Introducing QiYi 1x3x3 Spinner! This awesome stress-relief twisty puzzle has dual functionality as a fully functional 1x3x3 Floppy cube and a fidget spinner! The ball-bearing spins super fast and is very quiet making this the most enjoyable fidget spinner that… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<QiYi 1x3x3 Spinner
A favorite, the 1x3x3 spinner, a cubeoid that shapeshifts and doubles as a spinner
Jigsaw and Klotski Puzzles
Some newer releases from QiYi, the jigsaw and klotski puzzles from QiYi are not twisty puzzles, but instead are flat puzzles that are best used on a flat surface such as a table. The jigsaw puzzle is self-explanatory, just place the pieces provided in the correct spots.
The Klotski Puzzle provides a little bit more of a challenge, similar to a Rubik's race where the user must slide around the magnetic pieces into numerical order.
$ 22.95
The QiYi 15 Klotski Puzzle is a modern recreation of the iconic "15 Klotski Puzzle". The addition of magnets and rounded corners create a very smooth user experience when sliding the tiles!
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Transparent Puzzles
There are plenty neat and fun novelty plastic color variants of numerous WCA puzzles, which make for a fun solve and a great display piece.
$ 5.95
QiYi Warrior W 3x3 Jelly Edition is a "delicious" option when it comes to entry-level speedcubes! The Warrior W has controlled, smooth turning and the translucent plastic will definitely stand out among your collection! This Jelly cube is so good… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<QiYi Warrior W 3x3 Jelly Edition
$ 7.95
QiYi QiMing Pyraminx (Jelly Edition) is a "delicious" option when it comes to entry-level speedcubes! The QiMing Pyraminx has controlled, smooth turning and the translucent plastic will definitely stand out among your collection! This Jelly cube is so good you… >> SHOP PRODUCT <<QiYi QiMing Pyraminx (Jelly Edition)