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Space Harrier (NES)This review discusses the NES port of the arcade rail shooter Space Harrier, developed by AM2 and published by Takara. Despite significant technological limitations compared to the arcade original, the Famicom version is praised for its smooth scrolling and playable simulation of the game's look, outperforming the Sega Master System port. However, it suffers from slowdown, flicker, reduced speed, and a lack of continues, making it a challenging experience.- Robosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made realThe Robosen Soundwave is an officially licensed auto-converting Transformer toy that brings the iconic character to life with impressive detail and functionality. It can transform between robot and boombox modes, speak classic lines voiced by Frank Welker, and even function as a Bluetooth speaker, though its audio quality is mediocre. Despite a high price tag of $1,400 and some minor drawbacks like voice recognition issues and structural integrity when powered down, the toy offers a magical experience for fans, especially children.