
Rubik's 360 is a
3D mechanical puzzle
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released in 2009 by
Ernő Rubik, the
inventor
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of
Rubik's Cube and other puzzles. Rubik's 360 was introduced on February 5, 2009 at the Nürnberg International Toy Fair
ahead of its worldwide release in August.
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In contrast to most of Rubik's puzzles, Rubik's 360 is a physical challenge requiring manual dexterity rather than learning and memorizing algorithms. The puzzle involves moving six balls, each a different color, from a central sphere to six color-coded compartments in the outer sphere. This is done by maneuvering them through a middle sphere that only has two holes. There are three spheres that make up the puzzle.
Like Rubik's Cube, Rubik's 360 has only one solution, but it cannot be solved by being broken apart. It is considered suitable for all ages and reviews described it as addictive and engaging.]
See also
* Ball-in-a-maze puzzle
* Perplexus
* Rubik's Revenge
References
External links
Rubik's official website
Creator Ernő Rubik introduces the Rubik's 360
Exclusive interview with TIME
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Rubik's 360 News and Discussions
Official UK website for the Rubik's 360
Combination puzzles
Mechanical puzzles
Educational toys
2000s toys
Hungarian inventions
Products introduced in 2009
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