The vehicles and weapons are really neat looking. Many of the ships have vectored thrust units that actually adjust and move as the ship travels along. One of the most fantastic features is the way the terrain rolls and undulates ahead of you when you trigger your Thumper. I also like watching missiles and mortar shells. They leave a cool smoke trail as they arc in to their target.
Sound effects are really good as well.
Your vehicle makes a humming sound as you drive along, as do other vehicles when they are close to you. Also, their engine noise fades as they drive off. It sounds really neat, even without fancy speakers. Explosions are suitably thunderous and each weapon has its own unique sound. The manual for Battlezone is well written and organized.