Shengshou Mr. M Square-2 — magnetic Square-2, a more advanced variant of the classic Square-1

Shengshou Mr. M Square-2 is a magnetic Square-2 from ShengShou (SengSo), designed as a more complex take on the traditional Square-1. Thanks to its additional slice layers, the puzzle can reach much more scrambled states and offers a brand-new challenge for anyone who already feels comfortable with Square-1.

The puzzle is factory magnetized: magnets inside the pieces help layers align more easily after each move, while the slice layer itself is not magnetized, keeping the turning light and lively. It comes in a stickerless color scheme, with an edge length of about 55.5 mm and a weight of roughly 94 g, which is comfortable for longer solving sessions.

This is a non-WCA puzzle — not an official competition event, but a fun and collectible twisty puzzle for fans of the Square family.

Who is Shengshou Mr. M Square-2 for

Recommended skill level:

• solvers who already know how to solve Square-1 and want a harder follow-up challenge;
• collectors of unusual twisty puzzles and fans of the Shengshou Mr. M SQ-0 / SQ-1 / SQ-2 series;
• anyone looking more for a logical puzzle than a pure speedcube.

Best suited for:

• relaxed solving sessions and spatial reasoning practice;
• experimenting with Square-1 algorithms on a more complex structure;
• use as a unique gift or eye-catching display puzzle.

Design features

• Square-2 format — essentially an “expanded” Square-1: extra slice layers create far more complex states and solution paths.
• Magnets in the pieces — magnets built into the pieces stabilize turning and help layers lock into place more accurately, while the slice itself remains non-magnetic.
• Mass-produced magnetic SQ-2 — one of the first widely available magnetic Square-2 puzzles, ideal if you specifically want to explore this variant.
• Size and weight — about 55.5 mm edge length and ~94 g: compact but substantial enough to feel solid in the hand.
• Stickerless plastic — colors are molded into the pieces, so they won’t peel and remain easy to distinguish while solving.
• Single screw core — tension is controlled by one central screw; with heavy use it can slowly loosen, so occasional checks are recommended.

Turning feel and setup

• Smooth, comfortable turning — layers move softly with noticeable magnetic clicks in the pieces and a freer feel in the slice layer.
• Basic tension adjustment — you can gently tighten or loosen the central screw to match the overall feel to your preference.
• Stable at moderate speed — the design is intended more for comfortable, controlled turning than for extreme speed; with careful handling it behaves predictably.
• Sensitive to rough handling — very aggressive turning can work the screw loose over time, so the puzzle is best suited to reasonably gentle solvers.

Who might not like it

• complete newcomers to “Square” puzzles who haven’t yet learned Square-1;
• players seeking a WCA-legal speedcube — Square-2 is not an official event;
• cubers who prioritize a bomb-proof core and ultra-fast, competition-style turning above all else.