# Smart Rubik’s Cube-Style Puzzles Particula Releases the New GoCube 2×2 By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-11-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocube-22 References: [getgocube](https://getgocube.com/products/gocube-2x2/)  The GoCube 2x2 is a mini version of the original GoCube and is an award-winning smart cube that requires knowledge, skills, perception, and logic. The puzzle is the brainchild of UK designers Steve and Fiona, who crowdfunded via [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fidget-puzzle-toy-kinetic) and raised close to $1 million. The GoCube was always intended as an introduction to [Rubik’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-wowcube) Cube-style puzzles, and this scaled-down version is ideal for beginners and casual players. Users can take their cubing skills to the next level with the GoCube 2x2, no matter if they are just starting out or already an expert. The cube feature smart sensor to track and measure activity, light indicators to indicate status, and more. Consumers can purchase the cube online. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Cube Puzzles:** The development of smart cube puzzles has created an opportunity to revolutionize puzzles by integrating technology and design. - **Miniature Puzzle Versions:** The creation of miniature puzzle versions challenges game manufacturers to innovate and create products that cater to beginners and casual players. - **Crowdfunding for Puzzle Games:** The successful crowdfunding campaign for GoCube created a new avenue for game designers and manufacturers to fund their projects and produce unique and innovative products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can take advantage of the opportunity to create new puzzles and integrate technology to cater to a wider audience and increase engagement. - **Mobile App Development:** Mobile app developers can utilize the technology found in smart cube puzzles to create interactive and engaging games and puzzles with the potential for augmented reality and other features. - **Educational Products Industry:** Educational product manufacturers can use smart cube puzzles as a tool to promote logic, perception, and critical thinking skills in school-aged children or to teach coding and programming concepts to students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Gaming Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-wowcube.md) - [Micro-Sized Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallest-rubiks-cube.md) - [Impossible Iridescent Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-impossible-puzzle-cube.md) - [Innovative Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection.md) - [Social Puzzle Metaverses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-run.md) - [Celebratory Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/50th-anniversary-rubiks-cube.md) - [Cubic Color-Changing Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-33-phantom.md) - [Branded Denim Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-rubiks-cube.md) - [Cube Toy-Inspired Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playcube.md)