# MoleCube 3D — Play 3D MoleCube

> 3D puzzle game blending Sudoku logic with Rubik's Cube mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by 小健 赵.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/molecube-3d/id6479182050 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [小健 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521832312)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-03-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/molecube-3d/id6479182050/reviews.md

## What is MoleCube 3D?

# What is MoleCube?

"MoleCube = Sudoku puzzle + Rubik's Cube", roughly.

MoleCube (also called Nine-Color Cube, Ball Sudoku Cube), combines the logic of "Sudoku + Rubik’s cube". Each of the cube’s six sides is comprised of a 3x3 grid of colored spheres. To solve the Molecube, arrange the spheres so that each side contains all nine colors.

# How to Play
This app presents the cube in 3D with a smooth sliding operation, and you can change the perspective by tilting the phone, just like playing a real Rubik's cube. 
Swipe across the cube to rotate one layer, and swipe across the blank area to rotate the whole cube.
To start playing the game, click the scramble button and the stopwatch will start.


# The Goal of Game
Molecube is composed of 9 different colors of spheres distributed over 6 sides of a cube. Instead of arranging the colors by side like in a Rubik’s Cube, your goal is to have one piece of every color represented on each side. It’s a problem that’s easier to describe than to solve.
This hybrid puzzle blends the spatial challenge of a Rubik’s Cube with the logical test of a Sudoku puzzle. In the same way that a Sudoku puzzle requires you to place nine unique single-digit numbers on each line of a grid, Molecube requires you to line up one of each color on each side of a cube.

# FEATURES
    - 3D realistic graphics makes you feel playing with real cube.
    - Swipe the cube with your finger to rotate the layer of cube. Swipe through the blank area to rotate the cube.
    - You can also tap the Undo button to undo the last action.
    - Tilt the phone horizontally or vertically to change the viewing angle of the Rubik's Cube.
    - Two 3D styles: spherical or square (you can change the style at any time during the game).
    - Zoom in/out the scene; change the scene brightness.
    - Two visual effect qualities can be selected:
        * high VFX for realistic 3D graphics while low VFX for power-savings.
    - Keyboard is provided as well.
    - Two sizes of molecube: 3x3x3 and 2x2x2
        2x2x2 molecube is much easier for beginners.

# MoleCube v.s. Rubik's Cube
    - What is the difference between a Molecube and a Rubik's Cube?

      Their goal configurations are different: the Molecube wants one ball of each color on each face, while the Rubik's cube wants each face to be all the same color. There are nine colors on the Molecube, but only six on the Rubik's cube.
      The Sudoku Cube is similar to the MoleCube in that the objective of the Sudoku Cube is to arrange it such that each face contains each number (1 to 9) exactly once.

    - Is MoleCube harder than a Rubik’s cube?

      Molecube isn’t meant to be harder or easier, just a different type of challenge. That being said, it does have significantly fewer possible permutations than a 3x3 Rubik’s Cube. It also has 80 possible solutions instead of the traditional 1.


Suggestions or questions? Feel free to email: zhaoxiaojian@hotmail.com

## Key features

- 3D realistic graphics
- Intuitive swipe controls
- Undo last action
- Tilt to change perspective
- Two 3D styles (spherical/square)
- Zoom and brightness adjustment
- Two cube sizes (3x3x3, 2x2x2)


## Frequently asked questions about MoleCube 3D

### What is MoleCube?

MoleCube is a 3D puzzle game that combines the logic of Sudoku with the spatial challenge of a Rubik's Cube. The goal is to arrange colored spheres on each side of a cube so that each side contains all nine colors.

### How do you play MoleCube?

You play MoleCube by swiping across the cube to rotate layers and swiping across blank areas to rotate the whole cube. You can also tilt your phone to change the viewing angle and use the undo button for mistakes.

### What are the main differences between MoleCube and a Rubik's Cube?

The primary difference is the goal configuration. A MoleCube aims for each side to have one of each color, while a Rubik's Cube aims for each side to be a single color. MoleCube also features nine colors compared to a Rubik's Cube's six.

### Does MoleCube have different difficulty levels?

Yes, MoleCube offers two sizes: a 3x3x3 cube and a 2x2x2 cube. The 2x2x2 Molecube is designed to be much easier for beginners, providing a scalable challenge.

### Can I change the appearance of the cube in MoleCube?

Yes, MoleCube offers two 3D styles: spherical and square, which can be changed at any time. You can also zoom in/out and adjust the scene brightness for a personalized visual experience.

### What is the update frequency for MoleCube?

MoleCube was last updated on April 4, 2024, indicating active development. The current version is 1.3, and it was initially released on March 25, 2024.

### Is MoleCube available on multiple devices?

Yes, MoleCube is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the age rating for MoleCube?

MoleCube has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and a broad audience interested in puzzle games.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3 — 2024-04-04

- Choose cube size: 3x3x3 and 2x2x2 Molecube
- Two 3D styles: spherical or square (you can change the style at any time during the game).
- Zoom in/out the scene; change the scene brightness.
- minor bug fix.

### 1.2 — 2024-03-25

- bug fix
- pausing game (pause stopwatch)

### 1.0 — 2024-03-25

No release notes.

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