Monster Trucks review - Nintendo Gameboy

Driving around and smashing things up is the aim of this game. Based around the American "sport" of racing huge, souped-up lorries in destruction derbies. The aim is not only to win, but hopefully to cause serious damage to the rival cars in the process.

Winning the race - or coming in the top three - provides cash with which to update the truck. Engines, tyres, and chassis can all be improved, giving that extra help in winning the next race. Other trucks can be knobbled by judicious use of the leap and push functions.

What the Mean Machines staff thought

This is a dire, sad excuse for a game. It's as playable as something that isn't playable at all, and the graphics and sound aren't up to scratch either. I really can't recommend this game, unless spending £25 for a grey plastic skimming stone appeals to you.

I didn't think that this was all that bad. It's certainly tricky to get used to, but if you're a player who's quite skillful and is prepared to practice and get some of the bolt-on extras onto your huge truck, it becomes competitive and enjoyable. Not an essential purchase by any means, but worth having a look at.