I have completed the Rubix Cube. I estimate I logged about 6 - 8 hours working on the problem which isn't bad since it takes me less time to beat some of the video games I've played in the past. I give the cube credit...it was a worthy advisary. I guess I've learned that video games do not rot your brain and make you dumb. If anything, the puzzles that are implemented in some games like God of War and Zelda only helped since they have taught me to sit for long periods of time and continue to solve the puzzle instead of just giving up. Hooray for patience and persistence!