Outdoor Laser Tag

Laser tag is the game of the outdoors. It was first invented by the US army to train its soldiers in combat situation. That the game is usually played indoors in arenas is just because it is easier to manage – otherwise the game lends itself to outdoors play very well.

The difference between outdoors laser tag and indoors version is primarily the difference of obstacles on the ground. With indoors laser tag,, the obstacles are man made, and designed for that purpose. Some obstacles also have sensors on them, and they can serve as target or a part of the game. In outdoors laser tag, the obstacles are usually natural. These include trees in a rural environment, and buildings in an urban environment. Apart from these differences, there is the difference of distances. Outdoors laser tag arenas are usually larger than indoor ones. What this changes is the strategy of the game.

Outdoor laser tag strategy and rifles

With out door laser tag, the primary difference is the gun that you use to play the game – outdoor laser tag game require long-ranged gun, also known as laser tag rifles. These guns have a range of more than 400 feet, and are a very effective sniper's rifle. If a player exposes themselves in an outdoor laser tag game, they can be shot from hundreds of feet. This means that taking cover becomes important at all times.

Another difference is the physical exertion required. But that depends also on the map or the ground you choose to play in. If you are playing in an area spanning hundreds of square yards, you will have the opportunity to move around a lot. This means more exercise for the players.

Buying Laser Tag

Apart from the internet retailers Amazon and EBay, there are many manufacturers who can be contacted if you are interested in buying laser tag equipment. One of them is Hasbro, which is a leader in toys. Its Nerf Laser Tag System is one of the most popular laser tag system. It includes two guns and can be used in a number of pre-programmed games.

If you do not want to buy your outdoor own laser tag equipment, which is preferable when you want to play it only once or when you are throwing a party and do no want to buy a laser tag for everyone attending, you can go to one of the many outdoor arenas where laser tag can be played by the hour. These arenas will rent out equipment and the ground for you to play in. This way you can have all the fun with one of the most modern games, and not have to purchase equipment you will use only once in a blue moon.

Outdoor laser tag is one of the most demanding sports – with players reporting exertion only 45 minutes into the play of most sufficiently active games. Just like sports like Basketball and football, it is a physical sport, so when you join a game, remember that it sis also a form of exercise. Most of all, have fun playing outdoor laser tag.