A Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound system, with 5 speakers positioned strategically throughout the seat and subwoofer below your duffer, rumbles like a jet engine sending vibrations up and down your spine. (And with two rudder pedals for your feet, I was left with the impression that this flying simulator is like a flock of ducks swimming: It looks graceful, but there's a whole lot of kicking and maneuvering under the water.)

The steering was a bit too sensitive -- at least that's what I'll blame my rough crash landing on -- but other than that it was a ton of fun. Plus, it folds up so you can hide under your bed in a dorm room.

I'd fly it again, but I don't think I'll cough up 900 bucks anytime soon just to have one at home.

From Michael Pakula, our 17-year-old Digital Life reporter.