(Part 2) Best puzzles according to redditors

I found it!

I see it here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Wildlife-33-600-Educa-Puzzle/dp/B00IA3HH5K

Man that's expensive.

On Amazon for 100 USD for those in the USA.

good looks fam

https://www.amazon.com/Wildlife-33-600-Educa-Puzzle/dp/B00IA3HH5K

Oskar Van Deventer Oskar's Treasure Chest - Black Body (difficulty 8 of 10) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009L8RTQU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_k-7OBbMVGACQB

That was remarkably easy :)
https://www.amazon.com/Educa-Piece-Puzzle-Wheeled-Wooden/dp/B00IA3HH5K

325 dollar tho...

Probably lame, but when I get bored with everything I always fall back on doing rubik's cubes. They're super cheap on amazon. And they have 4x4s, 5x5s, and so on. But the algorithms get weird.

OP I just finished this puzzle yesterday in 4 hours with help... Super fun! You need dis if you don't have it allready. https://www.amazon.com/USAopoly-Legend-Zelda-Collectors-Puzzle/dp/B01B880RRS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469801945&sr=8-1&keywords=zelda+puzzle

I finished that same one not too long ago. Then I made the mistake of buying this bad boy. Because apparently I like torture.

USAopoly The Legend of Zelda "Legend of The Hero" Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY3XPFL/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_9KSNAbSN55MR6

http://www.amazon.ca/Oskar-Van-Deventer-Oskars-Treasure/dp/B009L8RTQU

I would strongly suggest getting a different cube. Chinese cubes are cheaper, turn smoother, and overall have a higher quality. What solve method are you using? Any tips for learning OLL/PLL?

If your only cube is a 3x3, you might want to consider spending ~$20 on the MoFang Jiaoshi Cubing Classroom set. It includes:

• 2x2 MF2S
  
• 3x3 MF3S (if you get the stickered set) or MF3RS (if you get the stickerless set)
  
• 4x4 MF4S
  
• 5x5 MF5S
  
  The 2x2 isn't awesome, but it's good enough to give you a feel for the puzzle and is pretty similar to a LingPo which costs a bit more and still has catching problems. The 3x3 MF3RS (I got stickerless so I can only comment on that one) is a great budget cube that gets a lot of praise all over this sub, and for good reason. Some of the reviews weren't too kind to the MF4S, but I quite like it and given how the Wuque alone costs as much as this entire set and STILL isn't great out of the box, I'd say start with this for 4x4 and upgrade later if you want to get more serious about it. The MF5S is nice, and while it is the only 5x5 I've used I'm happy with it. All in all, great deal for the price and a nice way to try out several puzzles to see what you enjoy solving the most.
  
  The Cubicle
  
  Amazon
  
  Note: Amazon says it has the MF3S, and they're wrong. It's the stickerless set and has the MF3RS, just like The Cubicle says. A note of caution: I got the set from Amazon and the cubes we're scuffed up a little, so they didn't exactly arrive in pristine condition, but the price was good and they work fine so I wasn't going to complain. I wiped them down and they're fine.

FWIW, I found it on Amazon here - USAopoly The Legend of Zelda "Legend of The Hero" Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY3XPFL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WEZDAb9HRBEEG

THIS plus some major Macgyver skills.

33 k pieces.
https://www.amazon.com/Wildlife-33-600-Educa-Puzzle/dp/B00IA3HH5K.

My brother who was really into jigsaw puzzles had ne that was Solid black on both sides/borderless/red herring.

Its this thingy!

https://www.amazon.com/USAopoly-Legend-Zelda-Collectors-Puzzle/dp/B01B880RRS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480122070&sr=8-1&keywords=zelda+puzzle

https://www.amazon.com/joisso-PU4600-Sudoku-Puzzle-Number/dp/B000PGWXYK

I saw it on a post a while ago, so I had to get it!

Bought on Amazon If anyone else is up for the challenge. It's 2000 pieces which is double what I am used too, only place I could work on it is in the Kitchen table, the only hard surface large enough for this thing.

I buy almost all of my cubes off of Amazon. Here's my favorites under $10.

I'm avoiding standard cubic / cuboid puzzles because those are easy to find.

Axis Cube: Cheap, fun, and difficult. It's also tiled, which is nice.

Mirror Cube: Turns amazingly well, and it's a challenge to solve the first time around.

ShengShou Pyraminx Clicky, adjustable, and fun to play with.

YJ Weel Puzzle A harder version of the 2x2x3.

https://www.amazon.com/Changing-Spectrum-Iridescent-Clemens-Habicht/dp/B07DQD1PC3/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535922566&sr=8-1&keywords=1000+Changing+Colors+Jigsaw+Puzzle+Colour+Spectrum+CMYK+Gamut+Iridescent+by+Clemens+Habicht&dpID=51bqYPRBA3L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

OP right now

Amazon sells this puzzle for $264.05 & FREE Shipping.

But if you think 24,000 pieces is for pussies, then maybe try Keith Haring: Double Retrospect - 32000 Pieces Puzzle? Apparently, this puzzle weighs 42 lbs and comes with its own hand truck.

FYI, it's $400

http://www.amazon.com/Wildlife-33-600-Educa-Puzzle/dp/B00IA3HH5K

This one is kind of cool if you don't care about the stealth factor and just want a beat place to out your weed.

Edit: did the wrong link, think I fixed it..

I recommend the stained glass puzzles on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Disney-Stained-Jigsaw-Puzzle-DS-1000-764/dp/B005SL896I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483331329&sr=8-1&keywords=stained+glass+puzzle

https://www.amazon.com/Tenyo-DS-771-Disney-Stained-Wishing/dp/B0151E4MJ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483331329&sr=8-2&keywords=stained+glass+puzzle

those are awesome.

I used to glue my puzzles too and I hated the look of it (but mostly I hated the leftover tackiness which prevented me from stacking them). Then I discovered this product and I freaking love it:

Puzzle Presto! Peel & Stick Puzzle Saver: The Original and Still the Best Way to Preserve Your Finished Puzzle! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E67F3WI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7uOkDbGHTSN3E

It's the Westminster Sudoku Puzzle Cube. Oh, that way madness lies.

https://www.amazon.com/Perplexus-BL100-Original/dp/B00CNNPNQI/ref=sr_1_2?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1494654825&sr=1-2&keywords=perplexus

Your wish has been granted

OR

A real soduku cube exists

This MM puzzle was SUPER challenging, but it came out looking great!

Here's a great tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=609nhVzg-5Q

Learnt from that exact video 3 years ago. Today I average around around 20 - 25 seconds, around 15 if I really focused on practising. This tutorial in particular really helps if down the line you wanted to learn more advanced methods. It's really fun, once you know how the cube works. Only thing that is quite daunting is remembering the set of moves (algorithms). But honestly once you keep doing those same moves over and over you'll end up building muscle memory. Have fun!

EDIT: Try to stay away from the Rubik's Cube brand. It's designed poorly and will tend to lock up quite easily, difficult to turn, and the stickers wear down quite a bit. Here's a link to a cube that is much easier to handle and also way cheaper (which surprised me, it's usually the opposite): https://www.amazon.com/ShengShou-3x3x3-Puzzle-Cube-Black/dp/B004UTTXJG/ref=sr_1_8?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1500431094&sr=1-8&keywords=rubik%27s+cube

You must be talking about This one.

Your best option would be a transparent stickerless cube like this http://www.amazon.com/3x3x3-Yulong-Transparent-Stickerless-puzzle/dp/B00JXCBWL2

Looks like mine that I bought from this link https://www.amazon.ca/D-FantiX-Bundle-Mofang-Jiaoshi-Stickerless/dp/B06Y4GF966/ref=sr_1_6?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0brtBRDOARIsANMDykYm935LbthO-12NXjnOlCZNPSMVyITmzmQ1nsTyDgCDNO52RhCDSdsaAoKdEALw_wcB&hvadid=208504593115&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1002556&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11795155967971465695&hvtargid=kwd-299375226853&hydadcr=2799_9645591&keywords=moyu+cube&qid=1571748081&sr=8-6

The cube on the outside of the machine looks like this one. I have that version of the cube, and they are engineered for 'speed cubers'

I am good at solving the rubik's cube, just not super fast. I can solve 9/10 times under a minute. My best is about 30 seconds.

My personal favorite was the axel cube which after almost a week I was able to wrap my head around and figure out how to solve

It's the Moyu Weilong GTS V2 M

The Thunderclap v1 is excellent, especially for the price. Shipping isn't fast, but my last order went from Minnesota to California in a week. Also, the cube only costs $11.

I got this set of 4 cube (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y4GF966/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).

i have been doing some reading and I am trying to figure out how good that 3x3 is. It feels WAY faster than what I had been using - use thing with carbon colored stickers and corners that are cut which I picked up $3 at my local "deals and discount" on whim. As with all hobbies, I sense there are diminishing returns as you move up in price point - a $30 cube is probably 200% better than a $20 cube but 98% as good as the $40 cube - but I just dont know where this sits on the spectrum.

Any thoughts lol?

Begleri are awesome! You can use them as a simple fidget/time waster by just flipping them, or you can do tricks (skill) with them.

Rubik's Cubes are great too. Been doing those since I was 6, and I always get comments on it. If you want to get into cubing, get a Dayan ZhanChi and some silicone spray lubricant, and visit solvethecube.com.

Have fun with your yoyos and other skill toys you pick up!

Yes! One of the top three speed cubes! I was gifted by another redditor from /r/cubers . He gifted me a QiVi Thunderclap!

I believe there are currently four 1000 piece puzzles.

• Link's Quest (the "box art one")
  
• The Hero Rides
  
• Scaling Hyrule
  
• Legend of the Hero

awesome sudoku cube on my default WL.

Thanks for the cowpox contest!!

thank you!! he really loves things like that. he use to do these puzzle ball things all the time. thanks for the great idea!

It's a fully functional 3x3. when it is solved, you can open the top. It's a bit pricey tho.

Link

I noticed they have the same design in a 1000 piece puzzle that is actually plastic and can have it lit up like Stained glass. Look at some of the customer images, it's beautiful.

Disney Stained Art Jigsaw Puzzle[1000P] All Stars Stained Glass (DS-1000-764) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SL896I/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_Wee4xbXB1G5E2

If you want an amazing quality, highly challenging puzzle buy this one. https://www.amazon.com/Disney-Stained-Jigsaw-Puzzle-DS-1000-764/dp/B005SL896I/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1474298306&sr=1-1&keywords=disney+puzzle

I'm a puzzler. I love puzzles. I love hard puzzles. This is my favorite puzzle I've worked on to date.

Nice. Now you're ready for the 24,000 piece version!

The Japanese company Tenyo has a lot of Disney puzzles so check them out.

Here's one unique example

USAopoly The Legend of Zelda "Legend of The Hero" Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY3XPFL/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_9KSNAbSN55MR6

The puzzle that this case is taking the design from if anyone is interested

USAopoly The Legend of Zelda Wind Waker Collector's Series #2 Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B880RRS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MRCgzb7WBREW7

I use the puzzle sheets here:

https://www.amazon.com/Puzzle-Presto-Peel-Stick-Saver/dp/B00E67F3WI/ref=asc_df_B00E67F3WI

Try this frame: BJÖRKSTA Frame Black 140 x 100 cm - IKEA
https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/decoration/frames-pictures/bj%C3%B6rksta-frame-black-art-30326766/

I stock up on Presto! puzzle savers.

It certainly saves time, effort and it really sticks.

I have framed them with and without glass, and it really works. I have never used the hangers provided though.

I'm still an absolute beginner (Still one algorithm away from learning the beginner method). I kinda did it backwards. I bought this ShengShou on amazon because it was crazy cheap. I bought a Rubik's brand cube last night because I wanted to feel the difference... The difference is HUGE. The ShengShou is leaps and bounds better, and is currently $2.55 on Amazon, whereas it was like $10 for the Rubik's cube.

You don't have much to go on so neither do we. Maybe you can draw inspiration from my suggestions. Here are some possibilities:

Bonsai for his Desk

Sudoku Puzzle Cube

Brain Teaser

Try this for Gifts for Men under $25

She set me up at Christmas with a Cryptex Gift.

Inside that contained a gift from her.
To open it I had to solve 5 riddles, then taking the indicated letter from each answer and unscramble it.


She loves these types gifts and always enjoys watching everyone squirm while trying to figure out her clues. So i want to make this birthday extra special ;)

Puzzle Pod Cryptex - Brain Teaser & Coin Bank https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009RROA26/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_-ZvsybA6GAM47

> If the tolerances were a bit looser, it may be able to begin it's rotating at 88.375 degrees and not bind up. That could enable a reduction in the overall time it takes the system to solve the cube.

Which is why "speedcubes" have the corners cut, if you compare that one to a picture of a regular Rubik's cube you can see how it's much tighter.

As an example, this is how much give the corners on my cube has!

Even at that degree I can still easily turn the right facing side away and towards me, that is not possible on a standard Rubik's cube.

Yeah! It's pretty cheap, too. I'm trying to get the whole set to go with my poster, link statue, and Master Sword above my tv.

I want to buy a GTS2M, and have a gift card to amazon. The one I found on amazon is sold by D-FantiX, and $4 cheaper than thecubicle. Do you think that these are the same cubes, I do not want to get the first GTSM because I heard that the magnets fall out a lot.

Links: https://www.amazon.com/D-FantiX-Weilong-Magnetic-Speed-Puzzle/dp/B07149LPF8/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1504298332&sr=8-8-spons&keywords=gts2m+cube&psc=1
https://thecubicle.us/moyu-weilong-gts2-p-9150.html

Is this it? (I'd prefer to buy it on Amazon because I have a giftcard to spend.)

You think that one is tough. Try this one

Since a lot if it is just black and a very dark blue, it is REALLY hard. My wife and I actually started and finished the Hyrule map last weekend, the MM took us over a month I think.

not sure if it's this, but damn is it expensive

That's good to know. I just got a transparent Yulong 3x3 and it looks fantastic but I think it's going to get scratched up. Do you know much about such plastics?

Hello there! Just received this D-FantiX Moyu Weilong GTS2 M cube. In the box there some spare magnets? but didn't get the instructions manual. It appears to me there's no tension at all, do you think I am supposed to install them myself and if so can somebody point me to the instructions? I wrote the seller but didn't get any answer yet. Thanks for any idea on how to solve this

I lost a green sticker, too!
But my fix is a tad better. A tad.

*Edit: I just wanted to point you to this cube as an eventual replacement. They are less than $5 and spin SOOO much better. I haven't had mine long enough to see how the stickers hold up to frequent use, but so far I'm loving it, and for less than half the price of a Rubik's.

You don't really need anything if you are just starting out. That being said, here are my accessories that I can't live without when doing a puzzle.

• Portapuzzle - work on the floor, on a table, put it away under the couch when having dinner company - this is truly amazing for portability. I have not lost a piece yet.
  
• Sort and Go Trays. Stackable, great for organizing, and so cute!
  
• Puzzle Presto. I've read up a lot on gluing and framing. These are so easy it's ridiculous. Yes, they are pricier than glue, but to me, worth it to not deal with the headache.

Here's the amazon link

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06Y4GF966/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520470171&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=cube+set&dpPl=1&dpID=51-evJANRyL&ref=plSrch

Baby Dolls

• 11” Baby Doll
  
• Disney Princess Belle Doll
  
• Disney Princess Snow White
  
• Disney Princess Ariel
  
• Disney Princess Aurora
  
• Disney Princess Cinderella
  
• Disney Princess Rapunzel
  
• Disney Princess Elsa
  
• Doll Playpen
  
• Doll Stroller
  
• Feeding Set
  
• Potty Set
  
  Star Wars
  
  
• Funko Chewbacca
  
• Vehicles Pack
  
• AT-AT Metal Model Kit
  
• Coloring and Stickers Mega Set
  
• Jedi Holocron
  
• Funko BB-8 Bobble Head
  
• Disney Infinity Kylo Ren
  
• Kylo Ren Lightsaber
  
• Wall Decals
  
• Kylo Ren Half Helmet
  
  Puzzle Toys
  
  
• 24 Piece Construction Puzzle
  
• 48 Piece Dinosaur Puzzle
  
• 46 Piece Minnie Mouse Puzzle
  
• 22 Piece Turtle Puzzle
  
• 1000 Piece Holiday Puzzle
  
• 24 Piece Paw Patrol Puzzle
  
• 12 Piece Pet Puzzle
  
• Farm Chunky Puzzle
  
• Vehicle Puzzle Box
  
• 51 Piece Map of the USA Puzzle
  
• 48 Piece Mermaid Puzzle
  
• Perplexus Puzzle Challenge
  
• Rubix’s Cube
  
  
  Stuffed Animals
  
  
• 9.5” Penguin Plush
  
• 12” Llama Plush
  
• 12” Bear Plush
  
• 12” Husky Plush
  
• Big Hero Six Baymax Plush
  
• TMNT Pillow Time Pal
  
• Glo Pets Unicorn
  
• Panda Pillow Pet
  
• Grumpy Cat Plush
  
• 9” Elephant Plush
  
• 12” Golden Dog Plush
  
• 12” Elmo Plush
  
• Small Pikachu Plush
  
• 12” Sloth Plush
  
  Frozen
  
  
• Princess Anna Doll
  
• Queen Elsa Doll
  
• Olaf Summer Tea Set
  
• Activity Tote
  
• Light Up Microphone
  
• Sing Along Boombox
  
• Story Playset
  
• Magnetic Playset
  
  Ever After High
  
  
• Apple White’s Jewelry Box
  
• Watercolor Portfolio
  
• Wish Bracelet Kit
  
• Duchess Swan Doll
  
• Apple White Doll
  
• Bunny Blanc Doll
  
• 2-pack Dolls
  
  Paw Patrol
  
  
• Jumbo Action Pup Skye
  
• Ryder Rescue ATV
  
• Dry Erase Pup Pad
  
• Training Center Playset
  
• Ryder’s Pup Pad
  
• 3-pack Vehicle Set
  
• Chase’s Deluxe Cruiser
  
  Wooden Train Parts (Including Thomas)
  
  
• Mountain Over Pass Set
  
• Track Pack
  
• 30 Piece Train Tracks
  
• Straight Tracks
  
• Roll & Whistle Thomas
  
• Battery Operated Thomas
  
• Cargo Train Car Set
  
• Over and Under Tunnel
  
• Animal Train Set
  
• Battery Operated Percy
  
  Video Games
  
  
• Epic Mickey 2 for Wii
  
• Just Dance: Disney Party for Wii
  
• Lego Star Wars 3 for Wii
  
• Angry Birds Star Wars for Wii
  
• Lego: Marvel for Wii U
  
• Game Party for Wii U
  
• Rabbid’s Land for Wii U
  
• Batman: Arkham City for Wii U
  
• Lego Movie the Videogame for Wii U
  
• Madden NFL 13 for Wii U
  
• Lego Harry Potter for Xbox 360
  
• Portal 2 for Xbox 360
  
• Assassin’s Creed Rogue for Xbox 360
  
• Lego Batman 3 for Xbox 360
  
• Hot Wheels for Xbox 360

I found it in a comic shop on CityWalk Hollywood but the brand is USAopoly.

Amazon: USAopoly The Legend of Zelda "Legend of The Hero" Puzzle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZY3XPFL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ss5EAbBR8MHX6

I recently used this and was really happy. I was able to frame it and didn’t have to worry about the front getting splotchy.

Which cube should I get from this list?
[1] (https://www.amazon.com/D-FantiX-MoFangGe-Thunderclap-Smooth-Protection/dp/B00XY6UOL2?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0)
[2] (https://www.amazon.com/Aircee-Gan356s-Ganspuzzle-Speedcube-Puzzle/dp/B00YJC1W0M?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0)
[3] (https://www.amazon.com/Congs-Design-Meiying-3x3x3-Speed/dp/B00YJDQZ8K?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00YJDQZ8K&linkCode=as2&linkId=RBP2DXG4FVSUHDLZ&redirect=true&ref_=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl&tag=violstrirevi-20)

Thanks in advance!

some cubes i can suggest

Thunderclap its a slowish cube that can be sped up once your faster

Tanglong high quality cube and good for a speedcuber but still slow enough for a beginner

Guanpo Cheap beginners 2x2, it has a clicking sound/feel that i really like

Maru Lube Just speeds up your cube and makes it a bit smoother, Not sure if this is a trusted seller but i dont think they can knockoff maru lube :)

Example of the knockoff question:

https://www.amazon.com/D-FantiX-Aolong-Speed-Enhanced-Smooth/dp/B00R12NJOE/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1465678797&sr=1-4&keywords=moyu

Is this a real MoYu Aolong V2?

I finished a Ravensburger puzzle a month or so ago (Anne Stokes of a white haired girl holding a baby dragon) It was pretty easy and a lot of fun. I have to add another layer of glue to it and get it in a frame as of right now it's home is under my coffee table. I have another puzzle that I need to get done that is 1000 piece that is in the shape of a dragon. My goal is to one day do this 24,000 piece puzzle but as it stand I'd have absolutely no place to do it as my house is not big enough, and even if I did manage to get it done, no wall is big enough to hang it on. It measures 14 feet long and my longest is 12 feet.

Transparent 3x3 Rubik's Cube? $4!

Thanks for doing this! Have a nice weekend!

i recommend a 3 by 3 for starters. Dont do what i did and get a speed cube right off the bat. i got a rubiks cube and i was unable to get a sub 1 minute. a great budget cube is a Dayan V 5 Zhan Chi Stickerless. US link Its $10.68 or £10.99

I was watching a documentary on pinball when one of the guys they were interviewing said that video games never clicked for him because they had an ending. And that was kind of an epiphany for me. I made the logical leap to FOSS gaming and I realized that a FOSS game has to be made from pure mechanics and can have no actual ending.

Take some golden-age arcade game like Robotron 2084. To this day, I can still spend hours playing this game. Yes, an individual session may only last ten minutes at most. But you can't "win" the game. You can only do a little bit better than you did the last time. This game is infinitely replayable. The same goes for most early 80's arcade games. You can see a similar philosophy in the games of Kenta Cho. This ability to go back to a game and still find challenge is the reason why there's a roguelike renaissance going on in the industry right now.

And I haven't even started on mods. The one thing that keeps on Windows isn't commercial games. It's Brutal Doom. The minute I figure out how to run Brutal Doom on Linux is the minute I check out of Windows completely. Seriously, all I need is Brutal Doom and Oblige and I'm set. I've also spent a considerable amount of time playing Arcane Dimensions with the Darkplaces source port of Quake 1.

What I'm getting at here is that single player games can have as much, if not more, longevity as multiplayer games provided that they are:

1. Infinite loops
   
2. comprised of procedurally generated content
   
3. Have a means for players to create content.
   
   or all of the above.
   
   You are looking at games in the same way that you look at movies or books. You aren't looking at games as games. Think about all the paper we waste making crossword and sudoku puzzles. That's what a game is. It's a series of restrictions that challenges the player. A good game, like a Rubik's cube, is timeless and can be altered to provide additional challenge. A bad game, like any choose your own adventure book, is extremely finite, easy to reproduce and quickly forgotten.

We did this for our adult daughter for Christmas last year. We gave her one clue that led to another clue in the house, etc. Ultimately she ended up with this puzzle box from Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/4Thought-Products-Puzzle-Pod-Cryptex/dp/B009RROA26/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=puzzle+gift+holder&qid=1569523757&s=gateway&sr=8-1

You can program the answer to any five letter word. She had to use the last clue to solve the combination to open the gift. It was a lot of fun to watch.

don't you worry I already ordered the puzzle backing sticker sheets from amazon... I have used these on other puzzles (mostly star wars lol) https://www.amazon.com/Puzzle-Presto-Peel-Stick-Saver/dp/B00E67F3WI?keywords=puzzle+sticker+sheets&qid=1536685859&sr=8-3&ref=mp_s_a_1_3

D-FantiX Speed Cube Bundle, Moyu Mofang Jiaoshi MF2S 2x2 MF3S 3x3 MF4S 4x4 MF5S 5x5 Stickerless Magic Cube Set with Gift Box https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y4GF966/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tb43CbW9DC9G2


I know it looks the same but for the sake of being redundant is this the same one?

I posted some links, if you don’t have an eBay or amazon account I’m happy to help you get them! They’re SO much fun to solve (almost as difficult as the game itself... minus the termina one that’s pretty easy)

Here is the termina one for $8 on eBay buy it now

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F192399099637

This is a smaller version of the fierce diety for $18 on eBay buy it now (300 piece instead of 550, I don’t see the 550 piece puzzle being sold anywhere at the moment)

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F253679639645

Here are a few of the skullkid, all around $27 buy it now on eBay and Amazon

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F153419526319

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F254205059396

https://www.amazon.com/USAopoly-Legend-Majoras-Collectors-Puzzle/dp/B0128OQ0K4/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?keywords=majora’s+mask+puzzle&qid=1557411067&s=gateway&sr=8-15

Here is an auction on eBay for the skullkid one only at $11 right now

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F264308743100

I don't think GameStop in Norway stocks them, sadly. Just ordered this: http://www.amazon.com/USAopoly-Legend-Majoras-Collectors-Puzzle/dp/B0128OQ0K4/ and I'll see how it is. As it's just 550pcs, it'll be a quick "in between" piece to do :)

I absolutely love this cube: Dayan ZhanChi 3x3x3 6-Color Stickerless Speed Cube https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008U6V50U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2N.vzb5N7VPS7

https://www.amazon.com/D-FantiX-Aolong-Enhanced-Smooth-Puzzle/dp/B00R12NJOE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1499579505&sr=8-3&keywords=aolong+v2

She might like this one

Here’s the amazon link:
1000 Changing Colors Jigsaw Puzzle Colour Spectrum CMYK Gamut Iridescent by Clemens Habicht https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQD1PC3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KdfJBbHTWAPRE

The only things I could find are [this GuanLong Budget cube] (https://www.amazon.com/GoodCube-Yongjun-GuanLong-3x3x3-Speed/dp/B01CVO5WPK/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1491435015&sr=8-7&keywords=GuanLong) and [this cool YuLong] (https://www.amazon.com/MoYu-Yulong-Stickerless-Puzzle-Transparent/dp/B00JXCBWL2/ref=pd_sim_21_8?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00JXCBWL2&pd_rd_r=GCZJ06RF0W34T6H30N8G&pd_rd_w=xH0pw&pd_rd_wg=d5rXV&psc=1&refRID=GCZJ06RF0W34T6H30N8G). I'd go with the YuLong because it looks really sexy.

This one looks kind of cheap, but it's a nice display piece and you can make the password "TREES" http://www.amazon.com/Puzzle-Pod-Cryptex-Brain-Teaser/dp/B009RROA26/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417538197&sr=8-1&keywords=cryptex

Here is the link if you want to try it yourself.


http://www.amazon.com/Wildlife-33-600-Educa-Puzzle/dp/B00IA3HH5K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420921278&sr=8-1&keywords=Educa+Borras+Wildlife+Puzzle


UK link

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Educa-Borras-Wildlife-Puzzle-Pieces/dp/B00IA3HH5K

I believe it is this one. Not the same as ghost cube I don't think.

I bought one like this last year. It came coded with a word so I would assume they are all made with the same starter word. Unfortunately I can't remember what that word was. It may have been space but that's just a guess.


Puzzle Pod Cryptex - Brain Teaser & Coin Bank https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009RROA26/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_uTnpybS1EB3AZ

Because that's what was on the picture he saw on Amazon.

cardboard is recyclable but i wouldnt duct tape the puzzles, there are actual puzzle sticky thing you can order that are made to hold the puzzle together. they are like sheets of clear contact paper
here is one type:
https://www.amazon.com/Puzzle-Presto-Peel-Stick-Saver/dp/B00E67F3WI/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=puzzle+stick+sheets&qid=1570690696&sr=8-10

Do you know if this is legit? Thinking of ordering it tomorrow.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00R12NJOE/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_B3ozwb5JPS4MB

it is $23

Here you go, I got it on Amazon. You can look for "Tenyo puzzle" for more of this brand. The quality is out of this world. Once the puzzle is fully assembled you can literally pick up the puzzle in one piece as everything is snapped together and locked in perfectly.

I got one of them as a gift on Amazon so I can't look it up in my orders but I think it was this one

The other one is just a rubix brand one from like 10 years ago

Oskar Van Deventer Oskar's Treasure Chest - Black Body (difficulty 8 of 10) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009L8RTQU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_I0LVzbQVXMWXN

Get this one. It's cheap and pretty damn good, not to mention it is without a doubt the best cube at it's price range. Don't get the V2 just that one.

1000 Changing Colors Jigsaw Puzzle Colour Spectrum CMYK Gamut Iridescent by Clemens Habicht https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQD1PC3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SBjVCb8A1FNWN

This is the only white one I can find but one pictures color is which and two is neutral colored. http://www.amazon.com/YJ-Fluctuation-Angle-Puzzle-Cube/dp/B004CT3HKU/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1368245047&sr=1-1&keywords=Axel+cube

Do you know where it ships from? Idk where to check for it

I get all mine from Amazon.

I just scroll through the 'customers also bought' section.

http://www.amazon.com/YJ-Fluctuation-Angle-Puzzle-Cube/dp/B004CT3HKU/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1427296555&sr=1-1&keywords=axis+cube

Ordered them both from Amazon Canada - Wind Waker, Link & Epona - which I found out is actually called Link's Ride

I haven't yet, they're currently sitting under my bed, haha. I'm going to be moving soon so unfortunate I'll have to take them apart to transport them :/ oh well, then I can redo them! This is the puzzle I want! Isn't it beautiful!!! It's 14ft long and 5ft tall, I think.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JXCBWL2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469772598&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=stickerless+transparent+cube&dpPl=1&dpID=5109Y%2BfKVhL&ref=plSrch putting an LED in the center of a stickerless transparent cube would be perfect, does anyone already make something like that?

I bought it here
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004UTTXJG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1405384247&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40

2 months ago I taught myself how to solve the Rubik’s cube in about 4 days while on paternity leave. My fastest time is 1:40 using the beginner's method. I purchased a mid-range cube that isn't super loose and doesn't really bind: D-FantiX Moyu Weilong GTS V2 M Magnetic Speed Cube 3x3, Weilong GTS2 M Magic Cube Puzzle Black. I need to devote the same amount of time to learning the F2L (first 2 layers) method if I want to see major time improvements.

You will definitely have your hands full with your little one but having something to do that shakes your mind up helps with the daily routine and lack of sleep (I also taught myself the alphabet backwards one afternoon also on paternity leave while trying to get some rest - the body was exhausted but my brain was still spinning). Good luck on motherhood!

This is the one I ordered: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009L8RTQU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It was out of stock earlier in the day but it appears to currently have one available. I didn't pay extra for shipping though and it'll take about a month to make it's way here from China :(

Just pre-ordered from Amazon. Thanks for bringing this to my attention I loved the first stained glass puzzle.

I bought it off of amazon, from here
and I noticed that the sticker on the white center piece was kinda different from the ones i see on youtube and stuff, so i was just wondering if any of you could tell me if it is counterfeit

Sorry, not a ghost cube, but this one is cheap and looks pretty hard
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004CT3HKU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1412168123&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40

Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009L8RTQU/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have that! It's a Y&J MoYu 3x3 1 X 3x3x3 YJ Yulong Stickerless Cube Puzzle, Transparent.

Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JXCBWL2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1