Cubist

Cubist is not just a fun way to play with the Rubik’s Cube; it can actually feel like a sport! People are trying to solve it faster and faster, setting records along the way. If you haven’t heard of it yet or don’t own a physical cube, you’re in luck! There are cool computer programs that let you simulate the cube, and Cubist is one of the best.

Why Choose Cubist?

One awesome thing about Cubist is how portable it is. You don’t need to waste time setting it up because you can carry it on a thumb drive. Just plug it in and start playing! Just remember, for Cubist to work, the computer needs to have Java Runtime Environment installed. That’s super important!

User-Friendly Design

The design of Cubist is really easy to use. You’ll find a big area where you can see and solve your cube, plus a side panel full of controls. The great news is that you don’t have to use just your mouse—you can also use hotkeys to make moves on the cube, which makes things even smoother!

Shuffle It Up!

When you start, the cube comes all solved up nicely. But if you're ready for a challenge, there’s an option that lets you shuffle it up! You can click the button again if you want an even crazier scramble. The controls also let you switch single cells or entire rows around, so there's plenty of ways to mix things up.

Customize Your Controls

If you find the default keyboard commands tricky at first, no worries! You can change them however you'd like. While this app focuses on improving your strategy skills rather than racing against time (there's no timer or game mode), it's still pretty engaging.

A Fun Way to Practice

Cubist is definitely a great way to pass some time—especially if you're into Rubik’s Cube challenges! Even though there’s no tracking for your records or times yet, the controls make practicing enjoyable enough.