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Textural Brainteaser Toys

The All-White Tactile Rubik's Cube Requires Players to Rely on Feel

— December 3, 2019 — Life-Stages
The All-White Tactile Rubik's Cube is a textural version of the iconic brainteaser toy that will require players to rely on feeling instead of colors to solve the perplexing puzzle. The toy features the same basic design of the original Rubik's cube, but has a variety of different textural materials on each of the sides in place of the usual colors. This includes a gnarled synthetic leather, gritty wallpaper, smooth plastic, prickly hook and loop fasteners, pimply silicone and a fluffy synthetic fur.

The All-White Tactile Rubik's Cube brings a new kind of experience to the brainteaser that is likely to be favored by avid fans of the toy. The model also helps to expand the range of consumers who can play with the toy by making it suitable for use by those with visual impairments.
Trend Themes
1. Textural Brainteaser Toys - The textural Rubik's cube opens up possibilities for creating new tactile experiences and challenges within the brainteaser toy market.
2. Sensory-based Gaming - The use of textures in gaming products can provide a more immersive and engaging experience for players, opening up opportunities for creating new and unique gaming experiences.
3. Inclusive Toy Design - The all-white textural Rubik's cube demonstrates the potential for inclusive toy design by creating tactile experiences that cater to individuals with visual impairments.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Toy manufacturers can explore new avenues for creating tactile and sensory-based toys, enhancing the play experiences and appeal to a wider audience.
2. Gaming Industry - Game developers can incorporate textured elements into their games to provide a more immersive and interactive gaming experience, attracting a broader user base.
3. Assistive Technology - The all-white textural Rubik's cube showcases the potential for using tactile design principles in the development of assistive technologies for individuals with visual impairments.
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