Strike Laser Tag Guns Set - Infrared 4 Multi-Player Pack & Deluxe Carry Case - Kids Laser Tag Toy Playset

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It’s also a good idea to set some ground rules before you get going, especially when you’re involving younger kids. Remind children these are toys and what to do if they ever come across a real gun. It may also be worth explaining how pets probably shouldn’t be involved in your laser tag play.

We take playing hard VERY seriously, and you probably know that by now. At GearHungry, we rely on good recommendations, market research, and old school field testing to bring the best products to the surface. Furthermore, if there’s a true dud out there, we aren’t afraid to let our readers know about it. Who This Is For Laser tag is an exhilarating way for kids to get active, play imaginatively, engage with friends, and stay off screens. Most laser tag sets are versatile toys that kids can play with indoors or out, alone or with friends. This is a game that can encourage teamwork and strategic thinking, but to make that happen, you’ll need to find a laser tag set that’s easy to use and won’t break after the first rough game. Features - The more technically-advanced sets allow players to engage in different game play formats and have integrated hardware that can simulate combats or games inspired by sci-fi videogames. There are also more basic sets that are designed for kids to just have fun tagging their friends. Some laser sets, including some of the options listed above, also include accessories such as roving robots which create a different dimension to the game and make it more exciting to play.Durability - Durability can be a problem with laser tag guns due to the nature of the game and the fact that they’re often used for hours at a time. The higher the price, the better the quality of materials in most cases, which will mean that you have more chance of the toys lasting a reasonable time. During daylight, without direct sunshine, the range is around 50m (~150ft) for most products – the more sunlight, the more limited your range will become. Higher end models can have longer ranges, which allows you to “tag” people from farther away or play in a larger space. Strike Laser Tag Blaster Set meets all EU safety standards and is a certified class 1 laser toy product with less than 1mW of laser output, meaning that it's safe for recreational use and suitable for everyone from children to grandparents.

How many people are you going to challenge in your laser tag battles? If the whole family is teaming up, you might want to buy a four-gun set. If you’ve only got one other player in your sightline, a two-gun set (with expansion options) might be more up your alley. Sounds And Effects - Sound effects really heighten the gaming experience and many laser guns have satisfying sound effects when you fire your blaster (which can vary depending on the weapon mode you’re using) as well as when you hit your target. There are also optional music and voice coaches with certain brands as well, which adds to the video game feel by telling you how much life you have left when you need to reload, and giving tips on when to avoid your opponent. A: Not all home laser tag sets provide vests in their kits, so for those, the gun itself is often both sensor and shooter. For sets that do include vests, if the gun has a sensor that can register a hit, then you may not need to wear the vests also.

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While you can use it both outdoors and indoors, this set has a limited range of 60 feet, so it’s best for smaller yards or indoor playrooms. The blasters have both lights and vibrations, which add a fun, interactive element to the game. There’s only one receiver on the wearable target, so proper aim will be important. While this is a super fun set, it does use up a lot of batteries, requiring 16 AA and 12 AAA batteries. This set can be combined with another for an eight-person game, but it’ll have to be arranged as four teams of two people. Other than that, the goal is to be as invisible as possible from your opponents, so wear colors that will help you blend in - bright colors make you an easy target. You’re also going to be running around a lot, so wear comfortable shoes. Q: Where can i play laser tag? There’s no responder or receiver; players just have to aim at the other guns to make a shot. That’s a nice feature for indoor play, where there’s less room to hide. The guns can also be used outdoors, and there’s an indoor/outdoor setting, which impacts how the guns work in different lighting.

It’s worth mentioning that public playgrounds or school yards may not be the best place to run around with toy guns. Number Of Blasters - Will your young ones want to play solo matches where a single player tries to tag other members, or will they be more interested in being part of a team? Laser tag guns typically come as a set of two, four, or six, depending on how many players you want to get involved. If you want to have larger battles, you can always buy multiple sets as they’ll be compatible with each other for unlimited sized teams. Older kids will appreciate the advantages of this laser tag set and be able to handle its limitations. First, the good stuff: These blasters have a range of 300 feet, so tweens and teens will have tons of room to play, spread out, and ambush their friends during a round of laser tag. The set comes with four laser guns and four receiver vests. Each chest receiver has a light, and you play red versus blue or choose from 20 different team colors. The set requires four AA batteries (the first four batteries are included, but plan to have extra on hand). This set of 4 blasters is everything you need for a heart-pumping game of laser tag. The blaster has a max strike distance of 131 feet and a built-in infrared receiver to register hits so there's no need to wear a vest - just aim for the opponent's blaster!

Fully certified as child-safe thanks to their 0.0496 megawatt laser output, these deluxe laser tag guns also sidestep the need for any bulky belts or vests to register and scan hits when you're fired upon. That's because each Strike Laser Tag gun is also a receiver too - so now you know where to aim! A: No, laser tag beams will not hurt your eyes. The light in laser guns is a low-power infrared light, the same kind as you’ll find in your TV remote, so it won’t do any damage to your eyes and is completely child-friendly. Q: Do I need a vest? Some laser tag sets will opt to use a headset rather than a vest which just means there won’t be any cheap hiding of the body in a match. It’s best to read the instructions that come with your set to see which parts do what. Q: Can adults play laser tag?

Settings - The settings on a laser tag gun will depend on the number of features it comes with, but at a basic level you’ll have a power button, speaker, target area, a reload button, and, of course, your trigger. The health and ammo displays may be included on the vests if the set comes with these or you’ll find this on the side of the blaster to indicate how much longer you have in the game. Other settings to look out for include flashlights and invisibility modes.

Laser tag isn’t the kind of activity that’s typically enjoyed solo. So, if you’ve only got one kid, be sure to enlist friends or be prepared to put your own laser tag skills to the test. You’ll also want to ensure the area where your kids are playing laser tag is clear of obstacles, tripping hazards and sharp corners or objects because nothing stops a great activity like an injury or accident. There’s only one way to test a laser tag set – by playing. We played in various lighting, at different times of day, and with a mix of players ranging in age, size, and laser tag expertise. Laser tag should be fun, and there’s certainly a skill set that it can develop, but we believe that it should be easy to set up, maintain, and approachable regardless of experience level. If you’re on the fence about laser tag for your family, Mary McGaughan, PsyD, has some guidance for determining whether it’s appropriate: “Think about where your child is in terms of skills like impulse control, self-monitoring, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and reasoning skills.” McGaughan adds, “These are all skills that I believe are important for safely and appropriately engaging in a game like laser tag and processing the experience.”