Tyco Terrain Twister

Grade: B

"The Terrain Twister was fun to test, and being able to drive right into water and keep on going was a real treat. The video really says it all -- what you see is what you get. If you like how it looks there, you'll like owning one. The controls really are somewhat complicated, but learning them is like learning to ride a bike. Once you get over the initial learning hurdle, you'll be good to go forever. " Read the full Terrain Twister review...

Tyco Shell Shocker

Grade: D

"The Shell Shocker -- there's never been anything like it, so it definitely scores some kind of points for originality. It will definitely strike fear into some peoples' eyes with its wild, erratic movements. The problem is, its movements are wild and erratic because it's difficult to control. It's not even difficult in a way that's challenging and fun, it's just confusing and frustrating. Three people tested it, and none of us really liked it. I'm actually glad the Professor decided to boycott the test, as I'm sure he would have been just as frustrated with the Shell Shocker as we were.

Sorry Tyco, but you messed up with this one. It's no wonder that there are always plenty of used Shell Shockers for sale on eBay, including, at one point, ours. " Read the full Shell Shocker review...