Rubik’s Cube Game using HTML, CSS & JavaScript

This Rubik’s Cube Game is a fully interactive 3D simulation of the iconic puzzle toy, built entirely with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Users can rotate the entire cube, scramble it, and try to solve it using either on-screen buttons or keyboard shortcuts — mimicking the experience of a physical Rubik’s Cube.

It’s a great way to learn basic 3D logic, spatial awareness, and puzzle-solving skills, all in the browser.

🛠️ How to Make:

1. HTML Structure:

   • Use a main <div> container for the cube.

   • Each face of the cube is built with smaller square <div> elements (representing stickers).

   • Use data-face attributes to label sides (U, D, L, R, F, B).

2. CSS Styling:

   • Use Flexbox or Grid for sticker layout.

   • Apply transform: rotateX() / rotateY() to simulate 3D rotation.

   • Use perspective and transform-style: preserve-3d for true 3D depth.

   • Color each face with standard cube colors.

3. JavaScript Logic:

   • Handle face rotations using arrays or matrix logic.

   • Track cube state and update sticker positions.

   • Add shuffle, reset, and rotate controls.

   • Optionally use canvas or WebGL for advanced 3D rendering.

4. Optional Enhancements:

   • Add keyboard control (U, D, R, L, F, B moves).

   • Include a solver button or timer.

   • Add animations for smooth transitions.

🧰 Technologies Used:

• HTML5 – Cube structure and control elements

• CSS3 – 3D transform animations, coloring, layout

• JavaScript – Face rotation logic, scramble algorithm, user interaction

⚙️ How to Use:

1. Visit the Game Page:
   Go to codetap.org/project/rubiks-cube-game.

2. Rotate the Cube:
   Drag with your mouse or swipe on touch devices to rotate and view different faces.

3. Scramble the Cube:
   Click “Scramble” to mix the cube randomly.

4. Rotate Faces:
   Use on-screen arrows or keyboard shortcuts (U, R, L, F, B, D) to rotate cube faces.

5. Reset or Solve:
   Use “Reset” to return the cube to the solved state.

🎮 How to Play:

1. Goal:
   Solve the cube so each of the six sides displays a solid color.

2. Start Simple:
   Begin by solving one face (usually white), then align the edges.

3. Use Strategy:
   Apply standard solving methods like the Layer-by-Layer technique.

4. Challenge Yourself:
   Track your time or number of moves. Try different scramble levels.