LEGO Star Wars Luke's Landspeeder (8092) Review

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(More customer reviews)Nice Landspeeder!
Luke's Landspeeder is a nice small size set that is a good build and great playability for kid's or the AFoL recreating the famous Jedi-Mind Trick on the Stormtroopers in Mos Eisley plus excellent mini-figs!
PRO's...
- Overall sleek, well designed speeder. Has the right feel, proportion and shape from the movie.
- Nice color scheme with tan and dark red accents throughout.
- Left engine detail 'exposed' like the one in the movie.
- Hidden trunk/compartment in rear. Lift the back engine to reveal a space for the lightsabers, etc.
- Brick built Sentry Droid has a nice simple/effective look and is attached to 2 clear cylinder pieces on a clear base simulating it's floating.
MINI-FIGS are just excellent. Luke with new 'wig' and brush-metal lightsaber handle. Obi-Wan as well has a brush metal lightsaber handle. Stormtrooper with laser pistol, black shoulder paltron also has a neat backpack with grey lightsaber handles as containters (use the extra black stud on top of one of the saber handles and the extra antennae from the Sentry Droid on the other handle to give it a better look and disquise the saber handles better). Great looking C-3PO and R2-D2 figures. Note on the box cover photo, they list the Sentry Droid with the other mini-figs but it's not a mini-fig but neat brick built droid.
CON's...
- Luke's hair seems a bit too long. Kinda' like the one from the Star Wars DK book exclusive.
- For some strange reason, Obi-Wan doesn't have a hood nor cape/cloak.
- Rear compartment too small for lightsabers. Need to take apart saber and handle to fit them properly.
- Bland looking cockpit.
- Sentry Droid NOT a mini-fig. A true min-fig must have a unique sculpt or print pattern.
- Another Stormtrooper mini-fig with orange shoulder paltron needed here.
Overall I recommend this set for the young Lego builder. It has neat figures and a wonderfully designed Luke's Landspeeder. Slight mod's here and there on the Landspeeders cockpit and perhaps add more room in the rear compartment can improve the kit but regardless, this a must get for any Star Wars fan and good selection of 5 min-figs! Get one now!


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Hasbro Star Wars Transformers Darth Vader/Death Star Review

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(More customer reviews)I agree with all the other reviewers that it's very hard to get it to transform from Darth Vader into the Death Star. I would be stunned if any 6-year-old (my son's age) is able to assemble it having seen somebody else do it, to say nothing of trying to get it from the instructions.
Nevertheless, it's pretty cool once it's in Death Star mode. My son isn't too excited about the Darth Vader mode, but he has been playing with it some as the Death Star. I don't think it's going to keep his attention for too long, though. I'm still marveling at the feat of engineering creating this thing must have been (difficulty of assembly notwithstanding).
While the transformer itself seems very solid, the accessories are not so well constructed. The laser beam and light saber are both very easily bent, and the tie fighters are also pretty soft plastic. As for the arm pieces coming off, I'm not sure that isn't by design (same with the feet, which, at least to me, look like space ships).
For all of you still struggling to put it together, here are some written tips:
* Make sure that his legs are folded all the way up. The trigger for the gun (which is placed between his legs) needs to be activated by pushing his head forward once the Death Star is assembled.
* Make sure to pull the spring-loaded section on his back all the way out. It should click into place. I didn't do this at first and it's impossible to assemble if you don't.
* After the legs are folded up and the bottom cap has been swung into place, start at the back spring-loaded section and snap pieces into place, moving around to the front -- first one side and then the other. Leave the two top sections (the ones with the little doors to reveal Darth's head) for last.
* To get the last two sections in place, look for a little plastic hook on the bottom corners (nearest the back spring-loaded section). For each one, swivel the part so that that hook catches first, then rotate it into place.
Good luck!

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This Star Wars toy is definitely more than meets the eye! Teaming up Star Wars and Transformers, Hasbro has created a Darth Vader figure that morphs into the infamous Death Star space station. Recommended for ages five and up, the Star Wars Transformer Deluxe Death Star is a fun new addition to any Star Wars collection. 2-In-1 Toy with Sound Effects When opened up, this amazing 2-in-1 toy instantly becomes Darth Vader--wielding weapons, warriors and the force to do battle against the Rebel Alliance. With some crafty reconstruction, however, this fearsome figure becomes the equally evil, planet-destroying Death Star. As the battle station, the toy features compartments from which TIE fighter aircrafts can fly, and in which miniature figures and Vader's detachable cape can be stored. For fighting on a smaller scale, the toy comes with three fighter planes seven "mini-figs" include and 1-inch tall versions of Darth Vader and three Storm Troopers. A translucent green missile launches from an opening in the Death Star as well as from Darth Vader's gun. Of course, Vader wouldn't be complete without his signature red Lightsaber, which generates realistic Lightsaber sound when placed in his right hand. Another button on the figure's stomach prompts famous Vader lines from the Star Wars movies. Transforms In 25 Steps Stars Wars and Transformers fans alike will enjoy the challenge of reconfiguring the Deluxe Death Star. It takes 25 steps to transform Darth Vader into the Death Star (and vice versa). For the first few times you take these steps, we highly recommend that you use the easy-to-follow visual instructions in the booklet -- otherwise, you might be doing a lot of back-tracking, which can be frustrating. After you've mastered the moves a few times, transforming this vehicle and figure will be a breeze. While Darth Vader's black plastic body is sturdy, the Death Star shell is thinner, lighter and more fragile with many pivoting and rotating pieces. In general, this toy should be treated with more care than most other "boy toys." The Deluxe Death Star is fun for young kids and grown-up kids, but with small parts that could be choking hazard, it should be kept away from children under three years old. What's in the Box 2-in-1 Darth Vader-Death Star, cape, 3 weapons, 3 TIE fighters, 3 miniature figures, and 3 AAA batteries.

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Star Wars Transformers Luke Skywalker / Snowspeeder Review

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(More customer reviews)My eight year old son is quite a fan of both Transformers and Star Wars, and he knows a good transformer when he sees one. He says, "I really like this one and none of the parts have broken off. It's got a good design and it's easy to transform, though it was kind of hard to do the back part at first. Most important (sic), it's cool looking in both modes." We've read about some of the problems with Star Wars Transformers, and would be inclined to put this Snowspeeder model in the "good" category with Obi Wan and Anakin, as opposed to the poorly designed Luke and Clone Trooper models.

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Hasbro Star Wars Transformers - Anakin Starfighter Review

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(More customer reviews)Ok so I bought this tonite for my son. I figured I take it out of the package and transform it into Anakin. Yeah, I needed the directions. Which is ok, I expected that. But I've spent the last 2 hours looking at them, trying to decide if maybe somehow they put this one together wrong. It doesn't seem to want to flip where it shows it should. Maybe the directions are wrong? Maybe I'm wrong? Anyway I have done it a couple of times and I can see the plastic starting to stress, so I may have to take it back for a different one.
I feel silly, it's a kids toy that shouldn't be THAT complicated, so I'm really hoping it's the toy and not me being dumb.
So, just read the directions first. That's all.


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Space battle during the Clone Wars is certainly a harrowing experience, especially for the most gifted pilot in the galaxy, Anakin Skywalker. Anakin is given some of the most challenging flight missions of any Jedi and handles them with great ease. Using the power of the Force, Anakin changes into Jedi Starfighter mode and takes on an entire squadron of droid tri-fighters by himself.
This amazing Star Wars figure converts from Jedi Starfighter vehicle to Jedi knight mode and back! Includes two projectile lightsabers and Anakin Skywalker pilot figure. Measures 7" tall.

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LEGO Motorized Bulldozer Review

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(More customer reviews)Being a life long Lego Technic fan, I eagerly await the major Technic item release each year and the bulldozer did not disappoint. The invention of motors brings Technic models to a new level and I'm excited to see what Lego will develop in the years to come. The bulldozer is suprisingly powerful and has excellent range for the remote control. It's a definite must-have for Technic builders.

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It's demolition time. Advanced builders can construct a fully functional bulldozer using the new power functions. Working piston engine and track allows for driving, turning and lifting. Includes two motors, two XL motors, battery box, two infrared receivers, remote control and a CD that explains the endless possibilities of the new power functions. Requires 6 "AA" batteries and 3 "AAA" batteries, not included. 1,379 pieces.

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Star Wars Molded Party Rings Review

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(More customer reviews)I used these for my 5 year old's star wars party. They were a hit with the kids and adults. I swirled frosting on the cupcakes, sprinkled some sugar crystals on and inserted the rings in the center. They looked great and I was asked if they were professional. The kids took the rings home as a party favor. Love them!

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