Crazy Sam’s Encyclopedia of Cube Solves by Sam Hong

Created by: Sam Hong

Crazy Sam’s Encyclopedia of Cube Solves is a visually stunning Rubik’s Cube routine that appears almost CGI-like but is performed with pure sleight of hand and no gimmicks. This close-up magic trick includes 9 cube solves, a full routine, and an hour of instruction. It's designed for magicians looking to push the boundaries of what's possible with a Rubik’s Cube, offering a real cube for practice and performance. The trick is suitable for performers at any skill level, even those who don’t know how to solve a cube.

Key features

No gimmicks required, uses a real Rubik’s Cube
Includes 9 cube solves and a complete routine
Comes with an hour of detailed instruction
Suitable for magicians of all skill levels
Includes a high-quality RD practice cube

Pros

Highly visual and impressive to audiences
No prior cube-solving knowledge needed
Comes with a practice cube
Detailed instruction makes learning easy

Cons

Requires practice to master the sleight of hand
May not be suitable for those looking for quick, easy tricks

Effect

The audience sees a magician perform seemingly impossible Rubik's Cube solves with pure sleight of hand. The cube visually transforms, changes colors, or solves itself in ways that defy logic, resembling CGI-like illusions—yet it's done with a real, ungimmicked cube.

Full Details

Crazy Sam’s Encyclopedia of Cube Solves is a comprehensive routine by Sam Hong (known from America’s Got Talent). It includes:

9 distinct cube solves, each with unique visual transformations.
A complete performance routine ready for stage or close-up.
1 hour of detailed instruction, teaching the sleights and psychology behind the illusions.
A high-quality speedcube (RD practice cube) included—no gimmicks or modifications required.

The effects range from instant color changes to impossible solves, all achievable without prior cube-solving knowledge.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Visual performers who want a high-impact, non-card prop.
Street or stage magicians looking for a fresh, interactive routine.
Fans of Sam Hong’s style or Rubik’s Cube magic in general.
Magicians who dislike gimmicks—this relies entirely on sleight of hand.

Difficulty

Intermediate sleight-of-hand skill is recommended. The moves are taught clearly, but some require practice to execute smoothly.
No prior cube-solving knowledge needed—the methods are self-contained.
Practice-heavy: The illusions demand precision but are designed to be learned systematically.

What Magicians Say

L. Dancy (All Things Magic): "This is almost CGI-like but done in real life with pure sleight of hand... pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with a Rubik’s Cube."
Jason Gray (Magician): "It looks amazing—too good to be true, but it’s not."
Performance feedback: Reviewers highlight the real-world practicality (no gimmicks) and the audience’s stunned reactions to the cube’s impossible behavior.

For magicians seeking a visually striking, self-working cube routine, Crazy Sam’s Encyclopedia of Cube Solves delivers a standout addition to any act.

What people are saying about Crazy Sam’s Encyclopedia of Cube Solves

L. Dancy says...

This is almost CGI like but it's done in real life with pure sleight of hand no gimmicks... I think you're really going to like what you see here.