This gopher has never been out of the box and is in the original packaging. I was not willing to open it to test it with batteries. The Vintage Original Caddyshack Dancing Gopher is a rare collectible toy from the year 2000, still sealed in its original box. This talking toy features the lovable character of a dancing gopher from the popular CaddyShack brand, perfect for fans of the comedy classic. With its amusing antics and nostalgia for the Y2K era, this unique piece is sure to bring joy to collectors and enthusiasts of vintage toys and memorabilia.