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The Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane is a fantastic replica of the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 plane. Moreover, it includes a song from the 3rd game and it has some funky sound effects, lighting, and a moving propeller. Accordingly, it is a great toy if you love the franchise or enjoy imaginative play. Alongside this, it is extremely robust and much larger than I expected. The ample frame is great and the toy is fantastic to look at. Moreover, kids can fit the included Sonic action figure or other toys into the cockpit with ease.
If your children adore loud and obnoxious items, then they will cherish every moment! The music and sound effects are unbelievably loud. What’s more, they seem to take an age to stop and this may drive adults crazy. Thankfully, though, there is an on/off switch to get some quiet.
What’s in the box of the Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane?
- The packaging is large and bright. Additionally, the plane comes in several pieces, so some construction is required.
- The Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane is a lightweight but large toy. There is a rocket with a yellow light to replicate the flame, a moving propeller, and a large tactile switch to activate the music. Furthermore, the cockpit is large but only suitable for one figure at a time.
- A Sonic figure is included.
- This needs 3xAAA batteries and these are not included.
- Learn the basics with the user guide.
Technical aspects.
The Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane isn’t the most complex toy on the market. Yet, it has plenty of great and alluring aspects that will make your child smile. Moreover, there are some nice tactile buttons and movement-based sound effects to bring it to life. Behind the cockpit is a large switch that blends with the body of the plane. This switch is a dual-mode device and can be used to activate the music or light the rocket and make it sound.
Alongside this, there is a rear wheel switch that starts the propeller. Word of warning, this goes on for quite some time, so be prepared to leave the room or turn the device off. I loved the movement of the propeller and the design has a nice fluid appearance. Finally, if you tilt the wings either way, the toy makes a swooshing sound. This was pretty cool and really impressive. When you combine this with the engine noise and the sound of the rocket, it works perfectly.
The combination of every high-energy movement sound was spectacular. This toy genuinely delivers a realistic soundscape for imaginative play. However, it is extremely loud and this may put some parents off. If you have kids of varied ages and your youngest children need a nap, this toy won’t be suitable during quiet periods. Thankfully, this didn’t impact my household, but it is something to be mindful of.
Build quality.
The dreaded phrase DIY toy can bring parents out in a cold sweat. Luckily, the Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane is easy to build. I think it took less than 2 minutes to construct and the plane feels sturdy and great to hold. Additionally, there is a nice balance and the toy is great to hold or sit on a solid surface.
The wings are strong and normal use will see this toy last a lifetime. Alongside this, the switches look and feel great. Each activation point is hard-wearing and should resist the toughest tests. What’s more, the lighting looks great and the wave design on the propeller is pleasant to the eye. I liked the free-moving wheels that allow younger children to move them on a carpeted or hard wooden surface with ease.
You are provided with a small but colourful Sonic figurine. This pleasant toy has partial moving parts and a standard Sonic expression on its face. The figure can fit in the cockpit easily and can be used with any other toy from the JAKKS Pacific Sonic playset range.
Is the Sonic the Hedgehog Tornado Biplane worth it?
Christmas is coming and most kids adore Sonic. As such, getting this toy would be a no-brainer. The excellent sound effects were impressive and I was amazed by the size and straightforward DIY construction. Moreover, the action figure was nice and there is a sense of drama and dynamic energy when you play with this toy. Accordingly, I love it and so do my kids and I recommend buying it here!
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(Full disclosure! A free sample was provided for an unbiased and free review!)
