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In 1980, the Rubik's Cube, a 3D combination puzzle invented in 1974 by Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture Ernő Rubik, was introduced to the global market. Its unique and addictive gameplay, where players manipulate the cube to match the colors on each side, quickly made it a worldwide phenomenon, captivating the minds of puzzle enthusiasts and becoming an iconic symbol of the 1980s pop culture.