# Perplexing Shapeshifting Fidget Toys The 'Shashibo' 3D Magnetic Puzzle Box is Origami-Inspired By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-03-29 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-puzzle-box References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/03/27/forget-the-rubiks-cube-this-origami-inspired-shape-shifting-cube-is-the-most-entertaining-toy-youll-see/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [artofplay](https://www.artofplay.com/products/shashibo-cube) The 'Shashibo' [3D](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-wooden-puzzle) magnetic puzzle box has been designed by Andreas Hönigschmid as a perplexing [fidget toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigglets) that would provide players of all ages with a way to create an array of shapes and designs through fluid movements. The [cubic toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallest-rubiks-cube) are capable of transforming into 70 different shapes and can also be paired with additional units thanks to a series of rear earth magnets within. This could enable players to unlock more than a million different structural designs when they connect two, three or four of the units together. The 'Shashibo' 3D magnetic puzzle box comes in a range of color options to choose from and, while perfect for younger users, would look right at home on the workstation of a professional. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fluid Movement Toys:** Exploring options for creating a line of fluid movement toys could disrupt the toy industry by offering unique and engaging puzzle experiences. - **Magnetic Puzzle Boxes:** Designing magnetic puzzle boxes with complex designs and multiple units could create opportunities for innovative fidget toys. - **Multi-unit Toy Connectivity:** Developing more toys that can be connected to create multiple structural designs can provide an opportunity for innovative toy design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry could use inspiration from the Shashibo 3D magnetic puzzle box for innovative, interactive and educational toy design. - **Adult Toy Market:** Creating magnetic puzzle boxes that are also functional desk accessories could provide a unique selling opportunity in the adult toy market. - **Games and Puzzles Industry:** Combining the concept of magnetic connectivity with complex puzzle designs could provide opportunities for innovative games and puzzles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tetrahedral Desk Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-puzzles.md) - [Elegant Desktop Brainteaser Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-tetra.md) - [Hand-Crafted Wooden Stationary Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onebox.md) - [Magnetic Wooden Sculpture Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-sculpture.md) - [Perplexing Wave-Like Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavelinks-puzzle.md) - [Therapeutic Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speks-magnet-balls.md) - [Pocket-Sized Fidget Toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidergamemackey.md) - [Optical Illusion Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-infinity.md) - [Magnetic 3D Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-building-kit.md)