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Solving a Megaminx
The Megaminx is a fascinating dodecahedron puzzle cube that can seem intimidating at first glance.
Solving the Megaminx is similar to solving a 3x3 cube,
though a bit more challenging.
With a little practice, you can solve the Megaminx using a similar concept.
Below, we will give you a brief overview of the Megaminx features and how you can solve it.
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Have you heard of our QiYi Secret Tutorial Book?
In the QiYi Secret Tutorial Book, you will find step-by-step instructions for different types of speed cubes. The book is suitable for beginners as well as advanced cubers.
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The Megaminx at a glance
Special features of the Megaminx
The Megaminx is a unique 3D puzzle cube that stands out due to its twelve pentagonal faces. This gives it the shape of a dodecahedron. Sounds incredibly complicated, doesn't it? Dodecahedron means that this cube has 12 sides instead of 6. So, allow more time for solving the Megaminx as you will need more steps to unscramble this cube. You also have to concentrate on 12 sides and position more pieces. What is special about the Megaminx is that, despite its distinctive shape, it is available in a variety of different models. Some versions, such as the Megaminx by GAN, have magnetic components. They improve the stability and handling of the cube.You can solve the Megaminx in layers, similar to a 3x3 cube. However, with its additional rows, the Megaminx has much more complex movement patterns. This requires a lot of patience and practice, which makes the Megaminx an exciting challenge for cubers of all skill levels.
Fun fact: Notations for stunning patterns
Did you know that you can create a beautiful pattern on your cube with certain notations? This also works with a Megaminx. Discover our guide on how to make a beautiful star pattern on your Megaminx.Methods for solving the Megaminx
Now it's time to get down to business: How do you solve the Megaminx? Before we begin, here’s a little tip: If you want to solve the Megaminx, video instructions are a game changer.
You can follow along step by step and pause the video if necessary.
Since a large part of the Megaminx solving sequence is based on the algorithms for the 3×3 speed cube, a basic understanding of that cube is a prerequisite for being able to solve the Megaminx more quickly.
In the video by YouTuber 'J Perm', the solving sequences for the Megaminx are as follows:
- The white star
- Solve the first four layers
- Create the grey star and then align the grey edges
- Complete the grey side and swap the corners of the grey side
The tutorial by 'Kevin Gittemeier' offers an alternative. Kevin explains how to solve the Megaminx using the layer-by-layer method, which is also popular for solving 3x3 cubes. He goes through each step and offers helpful tips to simplify the solving process.
Solving method for the final layer
Is the cursed last layer giving you a hard time? No problem. The video by 'Cube Solve Hero' shows you possible problem configurations and algorithms and how to solve them. Watch and master the final step for your cube with ease. With these tips and tricks, the last layer will no longer be an obstacle!
If you prefer books for learning new things, then the Secret Tutorial Book from QiYi will be a good companion for you.
This English-language book is highly compact and will fit in your trouser pocket, jacket pocket or backpack, for example.
Now can carry the solving instructions with you and quickly look them up on the go.
The Secret Tutorial Book contains illustrated solutions for cubes such as the 3x3 cube, Skewb, Megaminx and the Mirror Cube, all of them ideal for beginners.
