Laser Tag Gun

Laser tag is a game much like the kids' games of cops and robbers, or Indians and cowboys. The objective of laser tag is to target and tag the opposing player using a laser tag gun. The laser tag gun emits an infrared ray that is detected by infrared sensor worn by the opposing players. This detection of the infrared ray that has hit its target is counted as a kill by the equipment. This is how you earn points in the game, and win it. As such, the gun is perhaps the most important part of the game – especially because the players are in continuous contact with the gun, and use it for almost the whole time the game is in play. In this article we talk about the features, types and the latest advances in the laser tag guns.

Features of the Laser Tag Guns

At the most basic type, the laser tag is built just like a normal handgun, though relatively larger in size. It has a trigger, a grip, a barrel, and the main body, called the frame. Where it differs from a normal firearm is, of course in that it emits an infrared ration from its point. The trigger is usually touch-sensitive, or it can be mechanical too. These guns run on batteries, so you will need to make sure that your battery is completely charged before you get into the arena.

One peculiarity of the laser tag gun is that a player needs to hold it using both hands to use it – this is done by making the lower part of the barrel touch sensitive, so that the player has t use the gun-free hand to cup the bottom of the barrel. Only once the player has held the gun at that point does the gun become active, and is ready to be used.

Because the gun emits infrared direct beams, targeting is usually easy. But when the gun is switched off, for example when there is a lull in the game, or when you want to surprise the enemy, you may want to use the cross hairs to target an enemy.

Proficiency with the targeting and the use of the laser tag gun is one of the more important factors that will make you a better laser tag player. Once you can use laser tag guns well, you can also go for laser tag rifles, which usually have twice the range of the laser tag guns. These guns are the ones used for outdoor laser tag games.

Advanced features in Laser Tag Guns

Many manufacturers come out with advanced versions of the laser tag gun. These guns feature recoil, rumble, and the option of manual reload to give you a more realistic experience. There are some guns which allow you to tag multiple targets at the same time.

With the right laser tag gun, you will not need to fear any opponent in a game of laser tag. So try out various guns at different arenas to see which suits you the best. But more than that, enjoy every game.