Can you solve the level without touching the cube first—just by deciding what the last move must be? Cube to Hole Puzzle starts simple: slide a cube into a matching hole. Then it adds clever parts—bumpers, fragile tiles, toggles, portals, plates, and magnets. The game stays fair because it gives clear cues and a move-by-move undo, so you can experiment without punishment. What you do in the game Each board is a small logic loop: Scan the grid and spot the hole. Find blockers (cracking tiles, bumpers, gates, plates). Slide the cube in straight lines until it stops. Rotate the cube when orientation matters. Use tools in the correct order so you don’t waste fragile moves. Line up the final slide and drop in. Controls Desktop Swipe with mouse drag or arrow keys to slide Hold (if enabled) to preview a ghost path Double-click (if enabled) to rotate cube Undo step-by-step Mobile Swipe to slide Hold for preview (if enabled) Double-tap to rotate (if enabled) Tap undo How you win / progress You clear a level by dropping the cube through the hole. Some modes score: fewer moves fewer turns special constraints (mirrored layouts, rotation locks) Mechanics you’ll meet Bumpers: change direction—learn their “rule” with probe slides. Fragile tiles: crack after use—count your allowed passes. Toggles/walls: shift when activated. Portals: preserve momentum—great for lining up. Pressure plates: hold gates open only while pressed. Magnets: pull/hold along an axis—approach parallel to their force. Tips to play better (10–12 puzzle tips) Decide the last move first. Ask: “From which line can I enter the hole?” Work backward two moves. You often need a setup slide before the final slide. Count fragile uses immediately. Don’t “test” on fragile tiles unless needed. Use probe slides to learn bumper directions without committing to a corner. Insert a small detour when you arrive one tile off repeatedly (parity trap). Plates: plan entry and exit. You must leave a lane open while the gate is open. Magnets: approach parallel, not diagonal. Diagonals get tugged into bad stops. Rotate only with purpose. Rotation is usually for a face-matching hole, not “just try it.” Save the center corridors. Don’t block your only bridge between halves. Undo is a tool, not a shame. Step back and try a different setup. Tip: Stop sliding. Start planning. If you keep getting stuck near the hole, you probably need the cube to arrive with a different face leading—rotate earlier, not at the end. Levels, modes, builder (if present) Daily boards are great for quick practice. Zen sets remove timers so you can think. Mirrored/lock modes teach pattern recognition. A builder mode (if included) lets you craft your own rooms. Common problems & quick fixes I keep cracking tiles too early: plan the route first, then execute. Bumpers feel confusing: do one probe slide to learn the direction rule. I’m always one square off: add a detour loop to change parity. Lag: close tabs, refresh. Full screen issues: exit, refresh, re-enter. Color confusion: enable labels/patterns if available. Parent tip Great for spatial reasoning and planning. Encourage kids to say their plan out loud before swiping. Quick info Platform: Browser (HTML5) Genre: Logic / sliding puzzle Age fit: 6–13 Session length: 3–10 minutes Controls: Swipe to slide, double-tap rotate, undo FAQ Q1: What’s the best general strategy? A: Plan backward from the hole. Q2: What is a parity trap? A: When you keep arriving one tile off until you change the route with a detour. Q3: Should I use hints? A: Use them when you’re stuck on the idea. Hints are best for learning new mechanics. Q4: How do I handle pressure plates? A: Treat them like “temporary doors”—you must time your exit lane. Q5: Are magnets always bad? A: No—magnets can be the solution if you align your approach correctly.