# Visually Impaired Rubik Games The Doom Cube Boasts Textured Surfaces For Blind People By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-13 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doom-cube References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2012/09/this-rad-rubiks.php) & [briandoom](http://www.briandoom.com/2010/03/accessible-cube-puzzle/) The Doom Cube may sound a little sinister, but it is far from that. Instead, it is a fun project that is geared towards the visually impaired. The reason it has been dubbed so darkly is because it is named after its creator, Brian Doom. Essentially, the Doom Cube is a [Rubik's Cube made for the blind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brailledoodle). Taking the predominantly visual game, which is color coded to let people know how to rearrange the individual blocks, the Doom Cube has taken a [tactile turn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactile-digital-comics). In place of the typical colors, it boasts strong textures such as screw drivers, moss and more to help the visually impaired solve the puzzle without sight. Now everyone can enjoy the complex game. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tactile Adaptations:** Creating tactile adaptations of traditional visual games and puzzles to cater to visually impaired individuals. - **Inclusive Gaming:** Developing games and toys that are accessible and enjoyable for people with visual impairments. - **Assistive Technology:** Designing innovative technologies that aid visually impaired individuals in daily activities and hobbies. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toys and Games:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create inclusive games and puzzles for visually impaired individuals. - **Disability Services:** Providing specialized products and services to enhance the quality of life for visually impaired individuals. - **Technology:** Developing assistive technologies that empower visually impaired individuals to participate in various activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Impossible Iridescent Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-impossible-puzzle-cube.md) - [Inclusively Designed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dot-chess.md) - [Smart Rubik’s Cube-Style Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocube-22.md) - [Branded Denim Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-rubiks-cube.md) - [Cubic Color-Changing Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-33-phantom.md) - [Cube Toy-Inspired Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playcube.md) - [Visually Impaired Puzzle Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-bricks.md) - [Social Puzzle Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-run.md) - [Micro-Sized Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallest-rubiks-cube.md)