Item: Piano Cube !
Rating: 76
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

76/100

Piano Cube is a relaxing and visually satisfying rhythm-puzzle hybrid. It doesn't have the frantic pace of games like Piano Tiles, opting instead for a more contemplative experience. You guide a cube through a geometric path, syncing your movements with the beat of the music. The synchronization between the visuals and the audio is the game's strongest suit; it creates a meditative state that is perfect for decompressing.

The music selection is varied and high-quality, though the difficulty spikes can occasionally feel a bit unfair relative to the chill atmosphere the game tries to maintain. The levels are beautifully designed, with color schemes that shift according to the mood of the track. It’s not a revolutionary game, but it’s a very polished and pleasant way to enjoy music while giving your brain a light workout.

Reviewed on: Fri Apr 11 2025

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. This isn't really a game, and it’s not quite a professional instrument either. It’s a curiosity. The idea of mapping Rubik’s cube algorithms to musical scales is actually quite clever—it helps with muscle memory. But in practice, it’s just a noise-maker.

If you're a hardcore speedcuber, you'll find the touch controls for the cube rotation to be slower than a dedicated solving app. If you're a pianist, you'll find the interface to be a nightmare for actual composition. It’s a neat 'one-time' experience to show a friend, but I don't see anyone spending hours here. It’s a gimmick, but a well-executed one.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Innovative concept
No ads
Useful for memorizing cube algorithms

Very steep learning curve
Controls aren't sharp enough for speedcubing
Limited musical appeal

Technical Report

Performance: Low latency audio is a plus; cube rotation is smooth.

Accessibility:

Customizable keyboard
Colorblind-friendly cube schemes

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a Rubik's cube enthusiast looking for a new way to interact with algorithms.

Skip if: You are looking for a game or a serious music production tool.

Similar Games:

Rubik's Official
Magic Cube Puzzle 3D
Piano Tiles

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative critic
Hardware: iPhone 14
Playtime: 2 hours
Status: Learned one algorithm melody

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPod

1415542820

$2.99 4+★0 0 reviews

Author : Emilian Brenici

Pubish Date : Mon Jul 23 2018

Last Update Date : Mon Jan 08 2024

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.6Mon Jan 08 2024

New keyboard and optimized UI.
Improved performance and graphics.
Enhanced full screen cube solving.
Memorizing cube algorithms may be challenging, while music is very easy to memorize. Double your muscle memory with the Piano Cube!
Every melody is an algorithm, and every algorithm is a melody. Discover new algorithms or compose music just by turning the 2×2×2 or 3×3×3 cube! Create cube patterns or algorithms using musical patterns!
The Piano Cube is a fantastic, unique, and fun tool suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced cubers.
Main features:
- A selection of 16 2×2×2 and 3×3×3 cubes
- Western and Japanese cube color schemes
- Preset and customizable piano keyboards
- Timer, turn metric, scramble and reset functions
- Progress and preferences autosave function
- Change the cube size and its design on the fly
- Select your preferred musical instrument
- Switch between portrait and landscape modes
- Choose dark or light mode
- Full-screen cube-solving mode
- Enable/disable sounds
- Ad-Free
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Solving 3D puzzles has never been more enjoyable.
Elevate your solving skills to the next level!
Play the piano to solve the cube or turn the cube to play the piano!
Memorizing cube algorithms may be challenging, while music is very easy to memorize. Double your muscle memory with the Piano Cube!
Every melody is an algorithm, and every algorithm is a melody. Discover new algorithms or compose music just by turning the 2×2×2 or 3×3×3 cube! Create cube patterns or algorithms using musical patterns!
The Piano Cube is a fantastic, unique, and fun tool suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced cubers.
Main features:
- A selection of 16 2×2×2 and 3×3×3 cubes
- Western and Japanese cube color schemes
- Preset and customizable piano keyboards
- Timer, turn metric, scramble and reset functions
- Progress and preferences autosave function
- Change the cube size and its design on the fly
- Select your preferred musical instrument
- Switch between portrait and landscape modes
- Choose dark or light mode
- Full-screen cube-solving mode
- Enable/disable sounds
- Ad-Free

Ratings & Reviews

N/A out of 5 with N/A Counts

Age Rating 4+

Piano Cube combines rhythm-based gameplay with intricate puzzle navigation. Players must tap to the beat to guide a cube through evolving geometric landscapes. Featuring a wide range of musical genres and stunning visual effects, the game challenges both your timing and your spatial awareness. Unlock new levels and cubes as you master the rhythm of the cube world.