DianSheng Squished 3x3 M is a magnetic shape-modification puzzle based on the familiar 3x3 Rubik's Cube. Instead of a regular cube, it has a wide, flattened body. When its layers are turned, the outline changes and the puzzle becomes an unusual jumble of shapes. Solving it means restoring both the colours and the original profile.

Who it's for

For cubers who already know how to solve a classic 3x3 and want a new spatial challenge, collectors of shape-shifting puzzles, and children and adults who enjoy creative mechanical puzzles. Although its basic mechanism is related to a 3x3, it is not a standard competition 3x3 cube.

Feel and control

Factory-installed magnets between corners and edges help the layers settle into place at the end of a turn. The magnetic version provides more defined positioning than the non-magnetic model. The internal contact surfaces are designed to reduce friction and sticking during turns, which is useful when the distorted shape makes finger placement less familiar.

Magnets, shape and surface

• Magnetic positioning: corner-to-edge magnets support layer alignment.
• Shape shifting: the flattened puzzle changes its silhouette as it is scrambled.
• Centre orientation: the side centres have a visible orientation to account for while solving.
• Surface: bright six-colour stickerless plastic, without peeling colour stickers.
• Construction: a magnetic 3x3 shape-mod, not a Ball-Core model.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: DianSheng
• Model: Squished 3x3 M (Magnetic)
• Type: 3x3 shape-shifting twisty puzzle
• Magnetic system: yes, corner-edge positioning magnets
• Dimensions: approximately 106 × 106 × 56 mm
• Weight without packaging: approximately 86 g
• Finish: stickerless coloured plastic
• EAN: 6954256109755

Package contents

One DianSheng Squished 3x3 M puzzle in its original packaging. Accessories, if any, may vary between batches.

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