Everyone has heard of Rubik’s Cube. Most of us have or have had such a cube. Perhaps you’ve even seen Will Smith’s latest movie, “The Pursuit of Happyness”. There’s a great scene where Chris Gardner (Will Smith) solves a Rubik’s Cube and impresses his soon-to-be boss. Back then, in 1981, the Rubik’s Cube was a bright new invention and somehow managed to capture an entire generation’s imagination.

Perhaps 2007 isn’t much different because a supposed “sequel” to Rubik’s Cube is now available and it’s called Rubik’s Revolution. This new cube keeps that 3 x 3 configuration and the colored sides, but adds electronic games like Rapid Recharge, Light Speed, Pattern Panic, Code Cracker, Cube Catcher and Multi-player Madness. Nobody knows for sure yet what these do, but they surely sound as if they’ll add a new technological side to this great hit. The games feature light, sounds and voice effects, with unlock-able levels and even multi-player play.

This remake, at a price of $20, has potential. However, it is up to you to decide if it will reach or even compare its sales to the original’s 300 million sold units.

For more information about the new cube and its various game options, visit
www.rubiksrevolution.com