Is 2x2 Blindfolded an Official WCA Event?
By CuberPal Editorial Team · Updated 2026-08-17 · Editorial standards
Quick answer
No. As of the current WCA Regulations, 2x2 Blindfolded is not an official WCA event. The official blindfolded cube events are 3x3 Blindfolded, 4x4 Blindfolded, and 5x5 Blindfolded, plus 3x3 Multi-Blind. A competition may offer only some official events, so always confirm its Events tab before preparing.
2x2 Blindfolded is not an official WCA event. That does not make the puzzle or skill illegitimate; it simply means a solve will not appear in the official WCA results database and organizers do not list it as a regulation event. The official Regulations, rather than an old competition flyer or video, are the source to check when you want a current answer.
Which blindfolded events are official?
The WCA's official blindfolded cube events are 3x3 Blindfolded, 4x4 Blindfolded, and 5x5 Blindfolded. 3x3 Multi-Blind is also an official blindfolded discipline, but its result is a score across multiple cubes rather than a normal single-cube average. The absence of 2x2 Blindfolded is intentional in the official event list, so it is not a missing option that a competition can add as an official result.
Can a competition still run it?
An organizer can arrange an informal side activity, but it is separate from the WCA competition result. Do not assume that an unofficial event follows WCA scrambles, judging, timing, or ranking rules. If the goal is an official result, choose an event that appears on the competition's event list and make sure you meet its registration and qualification requirements.
Why 3x3 Blindfolded is the usual starting point
For a competitor interested in blindfolded solving, 3x3 Blindfolded is the practical official entry point. It teaches the habits that matter across the discipline: a consistent letter scheme, memo that can survive execution, sight blockers, and a calm competition routine. Starting with 2x2 can still help you explore memory and execution, but it does not replace learning the official 3x3 procedures.
Check the specific competition, not just the global list
Being official does not mean every competition offers it. Open the competition page, read Events and Schedule, then check time limits, cutoffs, and registration requirements. Blindfolded events can have separate scheduling and staffing needs. A timer is useful for recording home practice, but the exact competition format comes from the event page and the current Regulations.
A simple next step
If you want an official blindfolded result, find a nearby competition with 3x3 Blindfolded, read its published requirements, and practice a complete solve under a sight blocker before registering. If you simply enjoy 2x2 blindfolded, keep it as a personal drill and label it clearly as unofficial. Knowing that distinction prevents wasted preparation and makes your first competition choice much easier.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is 2x2 Blindfolded not in WCA results?▾
It is not listed among the WCA's official events. Organizers may run informal activities, but only events in the current Regulations receive official WCA results.
Does every WCA competition have 3x3 Blindfolded?▾
No. Organizers select an event lineup and publish it for each competition. Check its Events tab, schedule, time limits, and registration requirements before planning to compete.
Sources and fact checks
- WCA Regulations and Guidelines — Supports the current list of official WCA events, including the official blindfolded disciplines.