Sound effects work. Batteries are not included. All parts are present. Box and instruction manual are not included. This item was played with by a child. There are some minor scratches. Please check the photos. We have carefully inspected the item, but as it is a personal inspection, there may be oversights. Please understand that this is a used item before purchasing. Please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to imperfections or seek a perfect item. It will be shipped in a Yu-Packet Plus box, with all parts wrapped in packing wrap for protection.