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To play Turbo you need Expansion Module 2 - Turbo Drive Module, which fits into a Colecovision system. This expansion module consists of a steering wheel, a dashboard and an accelerator pedal. You also use a Colecovision hand controller which fits into the dashboard enabling you to change gear.

The Turbo Driver game cartridge is provided with the unit. When plugged into the CBS Colecovision console you actually drive your way through towns and tunnels, and negotiate obstacles and hazards in this exciting race. Other games are to be available which make use of the Turbo Drive Module too.

In Turbo, the game provided with the unit, there are four skill options and these can be chosen by pressing the corresponding number on the hand controller keypad. Lower skills are slower and have fewer cars and obstacles.

The first thing you see on the screen is a set of traffic lights and your car. Once the lights turn green you may shift into a low gear for a faster start and then shift into a high gear, using the control stick on the Colecovision hand controllers.

Each car you pass increases your points total and gets you closer to extended play. This is shown on the score indicator and the 'cars passed indicator'. For each car that passes you, your total decreases.

If your tyres rub against the border, you will hear a squealing sound and your car will slow down. A collision brings you to a stop and this gives other cars a chance to race past. You may start up again by gearing down.

You must pass a certain number of cars in a stated time otherwise your car blows up. If you achieve the number stated the next skill sheet will appear, getting faster every time you go onto a higher skill.

In the race you have to avoid oil slicks and an ambulance, which, unlike most ambulances tries to kill and not save you! You have to drive through cities, countries, mountain roads, on dangerous sea-side road curves and in icy conditions which can be difficult as your car tends to slip all over the road.

Provided with Turbo there is an owner's manual and a Cartridge Instructions booklet. These are both clear and concise. The owner's manual contains instruction for connecting the expansion module to the Colecovision, care of the game, and problems that may occur while playing and their solutions.

The Cartridge Instruction booklet contains clear pictures of the screen which show you what to expect before playing the game. Also, the number of points and where they can be gained are printed at the back of the booklet.

Overall, this game is well worth the price you have to pay. Graphics are good and control is accurate. On higher skill levels your car goes round the course at a hair-raising speed, making this a very exciting game to play.