Oort Cloud
The 2-player marble race that's pure strategy, not luck.
Take turns placing wooden hex tiles. Build your fastest path, slow theirs down, then pull the switch and let gravity pick the winner.
- Over 1 billion puzzles, so you'll never solve the same one twice
- 3 games in 1 board: solo puzzle, 2-player race, free play
- Ages 5 to adult. Zero screens, zero batteries
- 100% birch plywood, handcrafted in Alabama
Plays like a mini game of chess.
Ends in a marble race.
Shuffle the tiles
Stack the 14 hexagon tiles face down. Each player picks a side and draws 3 tiles, each with a different winding track carved in.
Take turns building
Place one tile per turn to build the fastest route to the finish line. You can play on your opponent’s path to slow them down, but never block it.
Pull the switch
Load the marbles in the starting gates, pull the wooden release, and let gravity name the winner.
One board. Three ways to play.
The kids play. Then the grown-ups “just try one.”
Escape from the Oort Cloud
Over one billion possible starting setups. Rotate and rearrange tiles until every marble finds its way out. Play it forever without repeating a puzzle.
Oort 500
A head-to-head strategy race. Build your fastest path, slow theirs down, and settle it with one final marble race.
Meteor Shower Mania
No rules. Arrange tiles, drop marbles and watch the physics of every new path. Calm, hands-on and screen-free.
Families can't put it down
My seven year old child is a fan of marble runs, and this game/puzzle is a huge hit. The build quality is excellent. There are so many possible combinations, and it's so satisfying how well everything fits together!James R. · Verified buyer
Thank you for creating this fun game. My five-year old granddaughter and I had a good time playing with it in various ways the other day.Alison Q. · Verified buyer
My grandkids love to play with this toy… when they can get it away from me!Virginia R. · Verified buyer
I'm impressed with the quality of workmanship: all edges smooth, beautiful wood. And beautiful marbles too! Can't wait to introduce it to the grandkids.Verified buyer
Flower farmer by day. Toy inventor by night.
“Hi, I’m Charlie. Driven by a love for geometry and woodworking, I craft unique wooden toys and games that are both whimsical and deeply engaging. Every piece is designed to be beautiful, tactile, and intellectually stimulating, offering open-ended creativity and a fun challenge for minds of any age.”
The choice to self-manufacture my wooden toy designs in Alabama has been an interesting ride, and I’m grateful to all the friends, family and local craftspeople helping along the way.
Crafted with purpose in Talladega, Alabama
- 100% birch plywood. Built for heirloom-quality durability across generations.
- Zero plastic mission. Sustainably designed toys that never end up in a landfill.
- Playable art. Designed to look stunning on a coffee table, and durable enough for the playroom floor.
are made in the U.S.
are made of plastic
What's in the box
- 1 premium wooden playing board
- 2 sturdy wooden legs (for the perfect incline)
- 1 tactile marble release switch
- 14 precision-cut hexagon pathway tiles
- 6 marbles
- Instructions for all 3 game modes
- Size: 18" × 8" × 0.5"
- Ages: 5 to adult
- Made in: Talladega, Alabama, USA
- Ships: in 2–3 weeks (handmade to order)
⚠️ Choking hazard: contains marbles. Not for children under 3. Booster tiles shown in some videos are sold separately.
Pick your set
Add the Lightspeed Booster Pack for new tile shapes and the set ships free.
The Oort Cloud
- Board, 14 tiles, release switch
- 6 marbles
- All 3 game modes
Race Night Set
- The Oort Cloud
- Lightspeed Booster Pack: Sunburst & Moonbounce tiles
- 24 extra marbles
Deep Space Combo Set
- The Oort Cloud plus the Deep Space Expansion Board
- A bigger board for longer runs
A classroom favorite
Calm, hands-on and screen-free. Solo puzzle mode works for quiet time, race mode for partners, and free play for anyone who just wants to watch marbles roll. Teachers buying for a classroom: contact us for an educator discount!
Ask about the educator discountLove it! Everyone at my house played with it a bunch before I brought it to my classroom. Looking forward to watching my class play. They love all sorts of marble runs :)Victoria S. · Teacher
Questions
How long does shipping take?
Each set is handmade to order in Alabama and ships in 2–3 weeks. Orders over $199 ship free. For Christmas delivery, order by Dec 6.
What age is it for?
Ages 5 to adult. Younger kids love free play; older kids and adults get hooked on the solo puzzles and the 2-player race. It contains marbles, so it isn't for children under 3.
Is it really 3 games?
Yes. Escape from the Oort Cloud is a solo puzzle, Oort 500 is a 2-player strategy race, and Meteor Shower Mania is open-ended free play. Instructions for all three are included.
Does it need batteries or an app?
No. It's just wood, marbles and gravity.
Can I add more tiles later?
Yes. The Lightspeed Booster Pack, Divergent Booster Tiles and Deep Space Expansion Board all work with The Oort Cloud.
Do you sell to schools?
Yes. See wholesale ordering for school and bulk orders.
Over a billion puzzles in one wooden board.
Handmade in Alabama. Played for years.
Get The Oort Cloud · $150