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How to Play Laser Tag & Win!

Here is some info to help you get the most out of your laser tag games

Sure-Fire Ways to Beat Your Buddies At A Few Friendly Games of Laser Tag.


Laser Tag (also known as laser skirmish) is a fun game where players use "laser taggers" that emit infrared light to hit targets (aka opponents or game props) to win the scenario. 

 Whether you’re playing a friendly game of laser tag for a bit of harmless competition, or because you’re playing for sheep-stations, these strategies and tactics will improve your chances of glory!


Here are the basics on how to play laser tag. The tactics i.e. how to tag an opponent, how to aim, and an explanation of a "re-activation" (or a re-spawn).


 

 


Each player has a laser tagger. Most of our rental laser tag models have three sensors; two on the head & one on the barrel.

In the picture, see the black dome on the boy's headband. Also, note the black dome halfway up the laser tagger. These are the sensors.

Sensors are mounted on a headband using the clip on the back of the dome.

Aim for these sensors.

The headband goes over a coloured bandanna. The colours tell the teams (red vs blue). Aim with either the red-dot scope or the peep sight depending on your rented model.

Each time you tag an opponent your phaser says "Tagged!" The display shows the number of tags after the letter T.

The display shows your current health between 0 & 5 after HP.

D is for deactivated. This shows many players you have deactivated.

The red button is for reloading & the black button is for changing from rapid-fire to a single shot. The laser tagger automatically reloads.

Players should not need to use the buttons.



No way! Our laser tag equipment can be used in daylight. Basically, night or day, rain or shine, indoors or outdoors. If you want to play indoors only, just let us know when you book and we can ensure they are on the ideal setting!


anatomy of a phaser

The Anatomy of a Laser Tag Phaser

These laser tag phasers are sophisticated technology but are easy to use.

The laser tagger consists of:

  • Integrated sensors
  • Either a peep-sight or a red-dot scope (to help you aim)
  • A cable connecting the head sensors (so no awkward vests)
  • A trigger that creates impressive light and sound effects
  • A computer system inside the taggers tracks the real-time actions of each unit so you know when you've got the opposition. It also keeps track of gaming statistics
  • A display that shows you your results.

How do you win at a game of laser tag? How do you play laser tag like a pro? Simple. Know your mission objective. There is no point capturing the wrong flag! If you are playing a team elimination match then the mission is to tag the opposition more than they tag you. If you are playing a capture and hold game then your team needs to control the central objective point (usually a game box) for the longest duration. So you can see, depending on which game you are playing will impact on your laser tag tactics. But nomatter which laser tag game you are playing, gamers win, or lose, as a team. 


Laser Tag is “high tech” hide-and-seek. Fun laser tag games can be played indoors or outdoors. Players tag each other by "shooting" infrared, just like a TV remote but bigger! Since there are no projectiles (the laser taggers only emit light) this means the taggers are harmless and eye safe. The number of hit points can be adjusted. The game time can be configured. There are also cool light and sound effects. 

 

How Do You Win At Laser Tag?

There are two parts to playing and winning, at laser tag games.

First tagging or shooting the other player.  Aim for these sensors and pull the trigger. If the laser tagger you've rented has an integrated red-dot scope, then you aim with this. Or if you taggers only as a peep sight, then look through the peep. Either way, the little red dot is an optical illusion. It is harmless. Point the dot towards your opponent's sensors and pull the trigger. Each unit has a computer system inside it. It will track how many times you tag the other guy.


Second, avoid getting tagged yourself. Your job is to try and avoid getting tagged. This is high-tech hide & seek, so make sure you take cover!


        Step 1: What Happens when you Tag someone in a Laser Tag game.


 

        Step 2: What Happens when you are Tagged in a Laser Tag game.


 

 

 

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What is a "re-activation"?

 One of the core skills to win at laser tag is to know who (and when) to re-activate. 

 When a player has been tagged with zero hit points, they are deactivated. 

That "deactivated" player simply needs to go back to where they started and stand next to the game prop box that's been set to act as a medic.

The computer inside the medic box will automatically reactivate the player's laser tagger. And they can rejoin the game and have some more fun.

Depending on how the game is set up, you can have no reactivations, unlimited reactivations, or reactivations for a limited amount of time.


 

 
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The Display of the Laser Tagger 

The display at the back of the phaser gives you your real-time statistics.

The first line of the display shows your hit point (or "lives") and ammo. 

In this case, the player has 5 out of 5 hit points. And has 50 out of 50 ammo.

The second line shows the emulation. Currently, it is set as a Cobra Tagger.

The next line has a lot of info.

It also shows "Ts" and "Ds". This stands for the number of times a gamer has Tagged someone and the number of Deactivations. It also shows that this tagger is on "Battle 1" on the Red Team.

The third line shows the game state: "Game Over." It offers a medium range. And it shows the type of fire: FA = Full Auto.

laser tagger display - how to play laser tag

How To Play Laser Tag Like A Pro!

 

Tip #1 - How to Beat Your Mates at Laser Tag: Know Your Mission

 

Play to the game's objective.

In other words, if you are playing "Capture & Hold" and your mission is to control the central box for longer than your opposition. Then focus on that objective.

 Don't get distracted tagging the opposition players.

Ok, ok, you're going to want to tag the opposition a bit too! But keep an eye on the Game Box just in case the other team tags it!!

how to play laser tag - tip 1

 

Tip #2 - Take Cover! 

Don't walk down the middle of the path. Move by stealth. Move from cover to cover.

One of the best tips on how to play laser tag is to avoid getting tagged yourself.  After all, you're playing "high-tech hide & seek" so make sure you hide!! 

That way your tagger's sensors will not be seen by your opponents. 

how to play laser tag - tip 2

 

 

Tip #3 - Aim 

With our laser tag system shoot from the hip & you're likely to miss. 

The Laser Taggers either have a red-dot scope or peep sight. Use these to aim for your opposition's sensors. Aim slightly above your opponents' sensors.

 To get the best results have a clear line of vision that allows you to monitor your opponent’s movements. This way you will stay one step ahead of your opposition. 

And, if you are under fire, you can move to a safer spot, if you need to. 

 Keeping one finger on the trigger ensures that you will be ready to shoot at any moment, so if someone jumps into your line of sight, you can act!

If your first shot doesn't tag them, then adjust slightly to the left or right, up or down. 

how to win at laser tag - tip 3

 

 

Laser tag is a game of strategy and tactics. To play laser tag successfully you need to shoot your opponents and avoid being shot. So you will need to aim. And you will need to take cover. 
 

 

Tip #4 - Dress for Success


One of the easiest ways to get ahead of your opponents in laser tag is to wear the right outfit. The last thing you want is to rock up to the laser tag arena dressed in super-bright clothing. 

The colours that are out are tangerine and white. Colours that are in are dark green or dark grey.


Or, better still, camo! Dark colours will help you blend into the background, and become almost ‘invisible’ to your opponent. 

Think ninja stealth!!  

If you wear bright colours then you are likely to give your position away, making it easier for the opposition to tag you!  

Consider your footwear too. We recommend covered shoes. If you have hiking boots wear them. Or, if not, sneakers, runners, or other sports shoes. This will help keep you on your toes. 


 


Tip #5 - Work as a Team


You may feel safer travelling in a pack but don't bunch up. 


If your whole team clumps together then you are more likely to get picked off. Of course, it is important to have each other’s back. If you split your team up into duos or trios, then you can spread your firepower.  


 Coordination and communication will win the day.  Laser tag is the perfect team-building sport, as it encourages team tactics and trust.  


The better your teamwork, the higher the chances are that you’ll walk away winners. 



That just about covers how to play laser tag!     

If you have any questions on how to play the laser tag games give us a call PH 1800 266 587.

We are here to help!


 

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