Where Puzzles Meet Innovation
Since 2009, Project Genius has been crafting ingenious puzzles and brainteasing games that challenge the mind while captivating the senses. For the past five years, Bobangles has proudly brought this innovative collection to Australia, offering a diverse range of logic games, mechanical puzzles, and themed brain teasers designed to engage minds of all ages.
As a woman-owned business based in Austin, Texas, Project Genius has gained recognition for its rapid growth, commitment to inclusivity, and dedication to quality craftsmanship Each puzzle is thoughtfully designed to blend mental stimulation with aesthetic appeal, making them perfect for gifting, education, and everyday entertainment.
The 2025 range introduces exciting new designs that continue to push the boundaries of creativity and problem-solving. With a focus on eco-friendly materials, timeless craftsmanship, and visually stunning designs, this year’s collection promises to challenge, engage, and inspire.
Discover the brilliance of Project Genius—where every challenge leads to a rewarding solution. Proudly distributed in Australia by Bobangles.
BRAINTEASERS
A NEW TWIST ON THE CLASSICS
The True Genius line brings together classic brainteaser puzzles with our own innovative designs and links each one with an ancient civilization including: Chinese, Aztec, Roman, Greek, Norse, and Egyptian These puzzles are finished in an antique style to look as though they might actually be artifacts from long ago The True Genius line offers a wide variety of price points, difficulty levels, and solve types – filling in the gaps of any store’s puzzle section or standing alone as a comprehensive collection of brainteasers
FEATURING PUZZLES INSPIRED FROM SIX UNIQUE ANCIENT CULTURES
PG-TG462
EL CASTILLO PYRAMID PUZZLE
This captivating brain teaser challenges players to decode the hidden symbols using the included legend, then strategically align the pyramid’s layers to achieve perfect symmetry Each face of the pyramid must total 31 down the centre column and 30 down the side columns, requiring logic, strategy, and patience
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Wooden Legend
Material: Wood
New Item
AZTEC FAMILY CHEST New Item
Discover the hidden mechanism that unlocks this ornate box to reveal the cleaverly concealed compartment
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Material: Wood
LOCK & KEY DISPLAY
Trick lock puzzles are mechanical puzzles designed to look like traditional locks but require clever, unexpected methods to open much like performing a magic trick!
Bring the magic and intrigue to your shelves with this 18-piece display featuring three distinct trick lock styles
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 1 display | 18 pieces
New Item PG-TG471
Material: Wood
GRECIAN TRICK LOCK
EGYPTIAN PIN LOCK LATCH LIFTER
PG-TG018
COMPASS & STAR
Explore the brilliance of ancient navigation with Compass & Star, a twopuzzle set inspired by China's early advances in celestial and directional guidance
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Compass puzzle (Disassemble and Reassemble), Star puzzle (Remove from Cage) Material: Wood and Metal
PG-TG445
New Item
A masterfully crafted puzzle inspired by the brilliance of one of history’s greatest mathematicians At its heart, this intricate puzzle features an array of interlocking gears held together by strategically placed magnetic pins ARCHIMEDES’ GEAR
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Interlocking Gear Puzzle with Magnetic Pins and Detachable Elements
PG-TG452
LOST TREASURE COLLECTION
Explore ancient civilizations with the Lost Treasure Collection, featuring five intricately designed brainteasers Each puzzle, inspired by cultural wonders like Chinese fireworks and Egyptian labyrinths, presents a unique challenge with varying difficulty levels.
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 5 Unique Brain Teaser Puzzles
Material: Various
PG-TG456
ANCIENT ENGINEER SET
New Item
Unravel ancient mysteries and boost your problem-solving abilities with the intriguing Ancient Engineer Set
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 1 Egyptian Knot Metal Puzzle, 1 Plumb Bob Wood Puzzle
PG-TG457
VIKING SUN COMPASS
New Item
Embark on a Viking adventure and enhance your problemsolving skills with the challenging and educational Viking Sun Compass
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Navigation-Inspired Metal Brainteaser Puzzle
PG-TG461
ROMAN LOCK BOX
New Item
Step into the world of ancient Roman engineering with the Roman Lock Box, a wooden puzzle that combines beauty and brainpower Transform any gift into an exciting and memorable puzzle-solving adventure!
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Roman Lock Box Puzzle with Sliding Pieces and Cash/Gift Card Slot
PG-TG454
CHAIN & ANCHOR
Two puzzles in one! Challenge your engineering ingenuity as you take apart and reassemble the anchor Then detach the links of the chain for a separate metal disentanglement puzzle
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 3 metal puzzles
Material: Metal
PG-TG311
CHINESE PAGODA
Tilt and turn the layers of the pagoda to move the coloured balls until each column is the same colour in this ornate tower puzzle
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Wood
PG-TG026
CURATED COLLECTION
Delve into the depths of history with the “Project Genius – Curated Collection.” This unique assortment features five distinct puzzles, each representing an ancient civilization from the acclaimed True Genius line Experience the diverse puzzle-solving techniques required for each, ranging from straightforward to complex
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Five puzzles
Material: Various
PG-TG414
CATHEDRAL DOOR
Keep the ornate arch from crumbling by finding the solution to this puzzle Remove the pieces from the frame and fit them into their perfect placement.
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Package Type: Full Game Material: Wood
PG-TG432
To solve the Dendera, you will twist the top layer of the maze to open new pathways for both of the ball bearings to navigate from their respective start-to-finish paths through the constellations of the ancient night sky DENDERA ZODIAC
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Wood & plastic
PG-TG436
EGYPTIAN COIN TRADE
In this puzzle, you must swap the gold and silver column of coins Sound simple? Not quite – each coin type only moves so far into the columns creating a costly conundrum Find the trick to get them sorted
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Wood
PG-TG004
GRECIAN BOTTLE
Players must use gravity, friction, and the items inside the glass to remove everything from the bottle Emptying the bottle is challenging, but returning everything back into the bottle in its original state is even more difficult
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Glass, metal, and wood
PG-TG406
GRECIAN COMPUTER
Inspired by the unparalleled true genius of ancient Grecian astronomers, this puzzle challenges you to turn the dials until all 12 columns add up to 42
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle Material: Wood
PG-TG441
GRECIAN TRICK LOCK
For over 6000 years, humans have used some form of lock to secure their goods from would be thieves and malcontents The most common lock is the padlock and is credited to famed Greek Inventor and sculptor Theodorus of Samos It is said that Theodorus invented a lock so challenging, not even the most skilled thieves of the time could crack it.
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Metal Lock and Metal Key Material: Metal
PG-TG437
HYPATIAN ENIGMA
Renown throughout her life as a gifted teacher and mathematician, Hypatia was one of the first female scholars in her field Inspired by this Roman Genius, The Hypatian Enigma puzzle combines the challenge of mathematics with classic Roman numerals, presenting a puzzle worthy of even the greatest philosophers themselves Align the numerals so that each line equals 38
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Wood display tray, 19 numbered blocks Material: Wood
PG-TG429
SEA CHEST
Dive into the world of mental exploration with the “Project Genius – Sea Chest ” This engaging puzzle box, suitable for ages 14 and up, challenges players to reveal a secret chamber through skillful manipulation of its hidden panels and components
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle box
Material: Wood
PG-TG403
PHARAOH’S TOMB
The “Project Genius – Pharaoh’s Tomb” is a beautifully crafted secret box that offers a mysterious and engaging way to stash your treasures Each box features a unique locking mechanism that can be opened in three to five steps, providing a fun and inventive way to secure your valuables
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle box Material: Wood
PG-TG416
SWORD IN THE STONE
Turn and twist the hilt of the sword through the opening of the stone until it is completely free, then return it all the way back to the hilt again.
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle Material: Wood
PG-TG434
THOR’S HAMMER
Thor’s famed hammer Mjolnir is known for the strength required to wield it, but it will take real strength of mind to disassemble and reassemble this Norse-themed brainteaser. Are you worthy?
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Wood
PG-TG442
SORCERER’S BOX
The ancient world was filled with wooden boxes, but none as mysterious as the Pompeii Sorcerer’s Box Discovered by an Archeologist in the ruins of the Roman city of Pompeii, the Sorcerer’s Box was at first a challenge to open. Once the secret to opening the container was discovered, it was found to hold charms, beads, and other strange relics that are still being researched to this day Now you can protect your valuables from ne’erdowells with your very own Sorcerer’s Box and discover its secrets for yourself.
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 1 Wooden Trick Box Material: Wood
PG-TG446
VIKING FORGE
With great effort and precision, the Viking blacksmith would create the very tools needed to ensure the survival of his people Each blacksmith had a special set of tools that were necessary for their work allowing them to leave their mark
Included in this set are the Star Gouge, The Steel Mold, and The Forging Tongs Inspired by these very tools, this collection will give you the means to forge your way in becoming a True Genius
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 3 metal puzzles
Material: Metal
PG-TG404
ANCIENT METAL 12 PIECE
Travel through the Copper, Bronze, and Steel Ages with this set of 12 metal disentanglement puzzles that range from easy to difficult
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 12 puzzles
Material: Metal
PG-TG444
CAESAR’S CALENDAR
Step into a daily challenge with the “Project Genius – Caesar’s Calendar.” This unique puzzle allows you to arrange various pieces on a board to display the current date, offering a new puzzle every day of the year Designed to enhance cognitive skills and calendar knowledge, this innovative game combines historical intrigue with a modern twist
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Game
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Wood display tray, twelve colored cubes, 25 puzzle cards
Material: Wood
CAESAR’S CODEX
This puzzle box is inspired by the book-binding technology developed by the Ancient Romans during the reign of Caesar. Finding the correct position for the sliders requires you to solve the puzzle of the mysterious symbols painted all over the box
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle box
Material: Wood
PG-TG440
MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE
Craft a special message and conceal it within the bottle Give the puzzle to a friend to solve and reveal the message within for a truly unique gifting experience!
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Wooden bottle, paper scroll Material: Wood
EGYPTIAN TRIGLYPH
Unlock the secrets of ancient geometry by extracting the concealed cube Further the challenge by reassembling the cube within the framework of the mystic pyramid
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle box
Material: Wood
PG-TG443
THE MUSEUM COLLECTION
Museums showcase the most significant of these inventions and cultural contributions to our world history Similarly, this large assortment of wood and metal brainteasers has also been carefully curated Ranging from easy to difficult brainteasers, this is a genius collection that only the most determined can solve
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Brain Teaser
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 8 Wooden Puzzles, 22 Metal Puzzles
Material: Wood and Metal
8 WOOD PUZZLES
22
METAL PUZZLES
PG-TG1012
24-PIECE ASSORTED DISPLAY
This 24-piece assortment offers all 8 of the mini brainteasers from the True Genius line, offering a taste of all 5 ancient civilizations
Suggested Age: 14 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Twenty-four puzzles for individual sale
Material: Various
ROMAN ARCHES
LIGHTHOUSE FLAME
APPIAN WAY
SILK WORM
PHARAOH’S ALE
MOSAIC TILE
AZTEC SUN STONE YIN YANG
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY BAMBOO PUZZLES
PG-EC317
BIRD’S NEST
Designed with charming, nature-inspired patterns, it challenges players to navigate the bell bearings through the intricate maze, requiring steady hands and focused concentration
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
New Item
PG- EC309
TRAVEL BAMBOO MANCALA
A bamboo version of the classic game The magnetized clasp and small size make it perfect for travel.
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC311
BUMBLE JUMBLE
Pack-it-in style puzzle made entirely of bamboo. Arrange the pieces so that all bees fit into the hive
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC303
STARRY NIGHT BALL BEARING PUZZLE
This bamboo ball-bearing puzzle is not only environmentally friendly, it is also a relaxing game anyone can enjoy
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC304
HONEY HIVE SECRET BOX
The “Project Genius – Honey Hive Secret Box” is a beautifully crafted bamboo puzzle box that offers an elegant and secure way to store your secrets Its intricate design and mechanism make it not only a secure storage option but also a captivating decorative piece.
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC302
THE GREAT CORAL MAZE
Don’t let this fun bamboo fidget fool you Getting the ball-bearing around the labyrinth is harder than it looks
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC003
ECOLOGICAL 6 PACK
For the puzzler that has everything This carefully curated selection of bamboo puzzles is sure to be the perfect gift for all ages
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Six puzzles
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC305
SUDOKU
A classic logic-based puzzle game made completely of bamboo and recycled materials This set comes with a booklet of Sudoku puzzles and all the pieces necessary to play and learn
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Game box, number pegs, puzzle booklet (30 puzzles)
Material: Bamboo
LADDER
"Jacobs Ladder" is a bamboo fidget toy that combines fun with environmental consciousness Its classic cascading action provides enjoyment while being a sustainable choice due to its eco-friendly material JACOB’S
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
FIDGET WIDGET
Soothe your restless hands with this fidget chain that folds into endless forms.
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: One puzzle
Material: Bamboo
PG-EC0001
24-PIECE DISPLAY
Eco-friendly bamboo assembly puzzles offer a fun and sustainable way to tackle challenges with 24 assorted designs, promoting both enjoyment and environmental consciousness
Suggested Age: 9 Years and Up
Type of Game: Display
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 24 puzzles for individual sale
Material: Bamboo
A COLORFUL LOGIC PUZZLE
Unblock your mind with Chroma Cube: the colorful logic puzzle that will put your deductive reasoning skills to the test Decipher the clues on all 25 puzzle cards to arrange the wooden blocks in their tray Game comes with descriptive color stickers for color blind accessibility This award-winning puzzle game gets harder as you move through the cards, and is designed to be displayed when not being solved
SINGLE PLAYER BRAINTEASER
25 PUZZLE CARDS
3+ HOURS OF PLAY TIME ALL WOOD COMPONENTS AGES 8 AND UP
PG-SG004
CHROMA CUBE
The 12 wooden cubes may look innocent enough while sitting in their tray, but figuring out what cube belongs in which spot can be quite a challenge Try to decipher the cryptic clues on any of the 25 puzzle cards that accompany this set to determine how the colors should be arranged
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Game
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Wood display tray, twelve colored cubes, 25 puzzle cards
Material: Wood
BEYOND THE CUBE
Introducing Project Genius’ premiere line of Twisty Puzzles Featuring lower price points, unique puzzle styles, speed cube capabilities, & double-sided packaging made with recycled plastic
PG-TW010DISPLAY/12
INVERSE KEY CHAIN DISPLAY/12
New Item
Perfect for puzzlers on the move, these compact keychains double as functional accessories and fun brain teasers
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Mini Puzzles
Number of Players: 1
Includes: 12 mini Inverse keychain puzzles
Material: Wood and acrylic display (28 x 20.3 x 26.7 cm)
BLINX
COSMO
TRIK
ZIRCONIX
Twist and turn the triangular facets in this classic puzzle that offers complexity and creativity while challenging your spatial reasoning
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
PG-TW008
A puzzle for the non-conformist– not quite a triangle, definitely not a cube Six sides of facets form a triad of points defying traditional shapes, yet boasting familiar, solvable patterns
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
PG-TW003
NOVALINX
Test your dexterity and problem-solving skills as you Intertwine the axes of rotation to create unbelievable intricate patterns
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
PG-TW007
STRATOSFEAR
Set your skills soaring to the limits with this monochromatic blue cube that twists and turns on varying degrees of axes Notably the most difficult puzzle in the Inverse collection
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
TRIMINX
Twist and turn the triangular facets in this classic puzzle that offers complexity and creativity while challenging o r spatial reasoning
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
PG-TW005
Rotate this mind-bending puzzle into a dizzying array of irregular shapes
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Type of Game: Twisty Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Plastic Twisty Puzzle
Material: Plastic
PG-TW002
ORIGINAL 60 PIECE DISPLAY
An assortment of 12 puzzles, each individually packaged in a matchbox
The stylish 1920s design and variety of difficulty levels make these brainteasers a great impulse gift item
Suggested Age: 12 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
Includes: Sixty puzzles (12 styles) for individual sale
Material: Various
An assortment of 12 puzzles, each individually packaged in a m The mystical and metaphysical design is sure to make a great i gift for all ages
Suggested Age: 12 Years and Up
Type of Game: Puzzle
Number of Players: 1
PG-SG019
OFF THE RECORD
Get ready to transport your party back in time with the ultimate game for fans of 80s and 90s music! Dive into the electrifying world of big-hair bands, moody grunge anthems, and lightning-fast rap beats. It’s time to celebrate the revolutionary sounds that defined an era!
Suggested Age: 12 Years and Up
Type of Game: Game
Number of Players: Groups of Four or more
Includes: Instruction booklet, Category Spinner, 200 cards featuring: Trivia, Charades Prompts, Music Mashup Challenges, & Pictograms.
SUSHI CHECKERS
A delicious twist on a classic game! Inspired by a popular TikTok trend, use the included tools to make and enjoy your own homemade sushi Play the game with traditional checkers, or switch things up and use sushi as your game pieces
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up Type of Game: Strategy Number of Players: 2
Includes: (1) Game Board, (24) Checkers, (2 sets) Chopsticks, (1) Sushi Mat, and (2) Soy Sauce Bowls & Instruction Booklet Material: Bamboo
