Kubs

Kubs are a type of puzzle, most commonly known as a Rubik's Cube, that involves manipulating a series of interlocking pieces to achieve a specific goal, usually a solid color on each face. The original and most famous example is the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube, invented by Ernő Rubik in 1974. The cube consists of six faces, each a different color, and is divided into smaller cubies that can be rotated independently. The challenge lies in returning the scrambled cube to its original solved state.

Beyond the standard 3x3x3, a variety of other cuboid puzzles exist, often referred to as "cubes" collectively. These include 2x2x2 cubes (pocket cubes), 4x4x4 cubes (Rubik's Revenge), 5x5x5 cubes (Professor's Cube), and even larger variations. There are also shape-modifying puzzles like the Pyraminx and the Megaminx, which deviate from the cube shape but share the core mechanic of manipulating interlocking pieces. Solving these puzzles typically involves understanding algorithms, which are specific sequences of moves designed to achieve certain transformations. Speedcubing, a competitive sport, involves solving these puzzles as quickly as possible, with dedicated competitions and world records.