Laser Tag Weapons

Initially invented by the US military to simulate battle field conditions and train soldiers, laser tag is a game that is based on the premise of using a weapon, the laser gun, to target and hit the player of the opposing team. Without any doubt, the most important weapon in a laser tag player's arsenal is their laser tag gun. But there are other laser tag game playing techniques that can serve as your laser tag weapons – here we will talk about these techniques of playing laser tag. First we talk about how to use the one laser tag weapon you always have with your – your laser tag gun.

Laser Tag Gun - the Main Laser Tag Weapon

Also known as phaser, the laser tag gun emits infrared rays, which are detected by the infrared sensitive sensors that are embedded in the vests of the opposing players. Once you shoot a player directly, the infrared sensors are triggered, and the system will then label that as a good kill, giving you the point. Most laser tag guns have a backlit LCD screen, where you can see the score and other relevant information. When you are not using the laser, you can use the line of sight on the gun to target the opponents. Your laser gun is your one laser tag weapon, so handle it with care and expertise.

Other Laser Tag Techniques

Playing laser tag in an arena is always a fun activity – it is great for building team spirit among colleagues from office, adds quality time spent together when played with family, and is an favorite of the kids especially on laser tag birthday parties. Here are some tips to make your laser tag experience all the more fun, and to make you an even better player at it. When used properly, these techniques and laser tag weapons will make you a formidable laser tag player.

• Heights or higher level points are an advantage – you can scope out the player from high up. It can be as easy as picking and tagging them.
• Remember that your sensors are up front and the back of your vest – make use of this fact by turning sideways when faced with direct enemy action. There is a chance you may be killed – which is why this is not against the rules.
• Always keep your finger on the trigger, and keep your face close to it, or keep your gun closer to your face. You may have seen the hero keep the gun by his side – that is not the right way to hold a gun, and can be attributed more to style than substance.
• Move a lot. This makes it harder for the opponents to pinpoint you, and gives you an advantage of surprise.
• Stay alert all through the game. Drinks like Coffee and Red Bull should help you do that.
• Know the layout of the arena. Some arenas have mazes, if you know about their layout; you have an advantage over the other team.

When you are playing laser tag, your wits and reflexes are as good laser tag weapons as your laser tag gun. So hone and use them well to get the most out of the game.