Careful: A Flexible Balance-Labyrinth Toy

Reviving Traditional Toys with Innovation

Careful is a unique twist on the traditional labyrinth toy. Instead of a fixed route, players can create their own labyrinth by arranging magnetic wood pieces on the board. The degree of difficulty can be adjusted by inserting cylinders to block certain paths. Players must then carefully tilt the toy to guide a small ball from the start point to the end point, avoiding traps along the way.

What sets Careful apart is not only its gameplay but also its manufacturing process. This toy is a prison-made product, designed with simplicity in mind. Each part of Careful is carefully crafted for easy manufacture, breathing new life into the old labyrinth toy.

The main structure of Careful is made of wood, magnet plates, and magnets. The tenon structure forms the body of the toy, providing stability and flexibility. The magnetic wood pieces can be freely removed and placed on the magnet plate, allowing players to create their own unique labyrinths.

The game rules of Careful are simple yet challenging. The objective is to control the balance and guide the small ball from the start point to the end point, avoiding all traps. Before starting the game, players must set the route for the ball by arranging the magnetic wood pieces. They can also adjust the difficulty by inserting cylinders to block certain paths. Careful requires precision and careful maneuvering to succeed.

Careful was designed in February 2017 in Munich by Simon Lepuschitz and Yi Zheng. It is a testament to the designers' creativity and dedication to preserving traditional toys in a modern world. The intellectual property rights for Careful belong to Simon Lepuschitz, Yi Zheng, and Ziying Liao.

This innovative design has been recognized with the prestigious A' Design Award. In 2018, Careful received the Iron A' Design Award in the Toys, Games, and Hobby Products category. This award is given to well-designed, practical, and innovative creations that meet professional and industrial requirements. Careful's integration of industry best practices and competent technical characteristics make it a valuable addition to the world of toys and games.