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The '''X-Cube''' is a [[twisty puzzle]] designed by [[Dane Christianson]] and initially released by [[Moving Parts, L.L.C.]] in 2013. It is shaped like an X or + with a [[3x3x3]] base shape with extra cubies extending from the side pieces. This allows the puzzle to shapeshift.
 
The '''X-Cube''' is a [[twisty puzzle]] designed by [[Dane Christianson]] and initially released by [[Moving Parts, L.L.C.]] in 2013. It is shaped like an X or + with a [[3x3x3]] base shape with extra cubies extending from the side pieces. This allows the puzzle to shapeshift.
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== Solving ==
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There are two predominant methods for solving the X-Cube. One such method is [[reduction]]. By bringing the puzzle back into an "X" shape, one can use [[commutators]] to pair edge pieces and corner pieces. The cube is then solved like a [[3x3x3]], with a chance for OLL and PLL parity. The other method also begins with returning to the "X" shape, but also solves the white and yellow centers. The remaining pieces may be solved in a similar method to 5x5 centers, with respect for the colors on the sides.
  
 
== See Also ==
 
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== External Links ==
 
== External Links ==
 
* [https://www.the-x-cube.com/ The X-Cube website]
 
* [https://www.the-x-cube.com/ The X-Cube website]
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* [https://sites.google.com/site/davebaumspages/rubik/x-cube/ Dave Baum's Solution]

Latest revision as of 01:43, 25 November 2022

X-Cube
Xcubesolved.jpg
X-Cube into a solved position
Alternative names:
Shape: X
Internal Mechanism: [[]]
Inventor: Dane Christianson
Year: 2013
Produced by: Moving Parts, L.L.C.
Twisty Puzzles museum link: PKEY3809

The X-Cube is a twisty puzzle designed by Dane Christianson and initially released by Moving Parts, L.L.C. in 2013. It is shaped like an X or + with a 3x3x3 base shape with extra cubies extending from the side pieces. This allows the puzzle to shapeshift.

Solving

There are two predominant methods for solving the X-Cube. One such method is reduction. By bringing the puzzle back into an "X" shape, one can use commutators to pair edge pieces and corner pieces. The cube is then solved like a 3x3x3, with a chance for OLL and PLL parity. The other method also begins with returning to the "X" shape, but also solves the white and yellow centers. The remaining pieces may be solved in a similar method to 5x5 centers, with respect for the colors on the sides.

See Also

External Links