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With our state-of-the-art Laser Tag equipment, you'll feel like you're in a real-life video game.

S.W.A.T. Laser Tag games offer a variety of game modes to keep things interesting and challenging.

Experience Ultimate Mobility with the SWAT Laser Tag Game System, Perfect for Indoor and Outdoor Venues.

S.W.A.T Laser Tag has been using the same laser tag guns and laser tag equipment and set up since 2010.

These high end laser taggers have proven to be robust, exceptionally durable and super reliable.

This has allowed our laser tag teams to run laser tag events in most conditions, areas and situations.

The laser tag system is so portable and simple to use that we have been able to take the laser quest challenge to people’s homes, school fun days, corporate team builds, festivals and other special occasions.

Our laser tag equipment has been a revelation over the last three years and we now have almost 200 laser tag units in service on most weekends across South Africa.

The laser taggers have been put through the ultimate tests by rain, wind, sand, clay, mud and rough handling by kids and adults over hundreds of laser tag parties and events, and the laser tag guns have passed with flying colours every time.

This all adds to one very positive fact: more choices for the customer which results in direct benefits for the customer/end user. Competition is healthy and ensures that there will always be good operators out there offering an awesome laser tag experience.

Our laser tag equipment has been a revelation over the last three years and we now have almost 200 laser tag units in service on most weekends across South Africa.

The laser taggers have been put through the ultimate tests by rain, wind, sand, clay, mud and rough handling by kids and adults over hundreds of laser tag parties and events, and the laser tag guns have passed with flying colours every time.

This all adds to one very positive fact: more choices for the customer which results in direct benefits for the customer/end user. Competition is healthy and ensures that there will always be good operators out there offering an awesome laser tag experience.

The laser tag system is so portable and simple to use that we have been able to take the laser quest challenge to people’s homes, school fun days, corporate team builds, festivals and other special occasions.

Our laser tag equipment has been a revelation over the last three years and we now have almost 200 laser tag units in service on most weekends across South Africa.

The laser taggers have been put through the ultimate tests by rain, wind, sand, clay, mud and rough handling by kids and adults over hundreds of laser tag parties and events, and the laser tag guns have passed with flying colours every time.

This all adds to one very positive fact: more choices for the customer which results in direct benefits for the customer/end user.

Competition is healthy and ensures that there will always be good operators out there offering an awesome laser tag experience.

Laser Tag Gun

We are extremely happy with our business decision to make the initial investment at the outset and import a very good quality laser tag set up that was run and tested where the equipment was developed and assembled – the good old USA.

We use equipment that is manufactured by the World’s Largest Paintball manufacturer – Tippmann Sports, based in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

These guys are really on the ball and have been improving on their laser tag set ups every year since they launched this back in 2009.

Their latest release is nothing short of astonishing and we will be introducing this new laser tag set up to the South African market during the course of this year.

Be warned – this set up is as real as it gets and is definitely categorised as HECTIC! (NB: For the older ‘kids’ only – 18 and older – launching this year!)

We have recently incorporated Splat Ball and Gel Ball Games at selected branches!

Their latest release is nothing short of astonishing and we will be introducing this new laser tag set up to the South African market during the course of this year.

Be warned – this set up is as real as it gets and is definitely categorised as HECTIC! (NB: For the older ‘kids’ only – 18 and older – launching this year!)

These guys are really on the ball and have been improving on their laser tag set ups every year since they launched this back in 2009.

Their latest release is nothing short of astonishing and we will be introducing this new laser tag set up to the South African market during the course of this year.

Be warned – this set up is as real as it gets and is definitely categorised as HECTIC! (NB: For the older ‘kids’ only – 18 and older – launching this year!)

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Engage in tactical combat and use strategy to outsmart your opponents in our Laser Tag games.

We would like to take this opportunity to provide some general info on the sport of laser tag, our equipment as well as some useful tips and hints to consider, when planning a laser tag party/event for that special occasion; -whether it be your child’s birthday party, that end of year team build or other special function.

The laser tag equipment is developed and manufactured in the USA, so quality is assured.

The Yanks across the Atlantic Ocean are continuously working at improving the laser tag product, which in a nutshell directly relates into a top notch player experience.

They have some awesome innovations in the laser tag pipeline which we know will make it truly exceptional and take the reality aspect to another level.

Laser Tag Info

The core focus is on having fun, so simple is better. In the words of the man who created the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes during the 1950’s – Kelly Johnson – KEEP IT SIMPLE, STUPID!

The major difference that laser games has to paintball games is that the laser guns project harmless infra red beams and can be played virtually anywhere – day or night. Due to this there is no need for uncomfortable and cumbersome protective clothing, so moving around the laser tag combat field is as easy as taking a stroll through the local park.

Paintball definitely has its place and it does provide some serious doses of adrenaline, but for those younger kids and people in general looking for the ‘less intense’ experience, then SWAT Laser Tag is for you……no more misted up goggles and more importantly – no more aches, pains and golf ball sized bruises!!

They have some awesome innovations in the laser tag pipeline which we know will make it truly exceptional and take the reality aspect to another level.

The core focus is on having fun, so simple is better. In the words of the man who created the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes during the 1950’s – Kelly Johnson – KEEP IT SIMPLE, STUPID!

The major difference that laser games has to paintball games is that the laser guns project harmless infra red beams and can be played virtually anywhere – day or night. Due to this there is no need for uncomfortable and cumbersome protective clothing, so moving around the laser tag combat field is as easy as taking a stroll through the local park.

Paintball definitely has its place and it does provide some serious doses of adrenaline, but for those younger kids and people in general looking for the ‘less intense’ experience, then SWAT Laser Tag is for you……no more misted up goggles and more importantly – no more aches, pains and golf ball sized bruises!!

The Yanks across the Atlantic Ocean are continuously working at improving the laser tag product, which in a nutshell directly relates into a top notch player experience.

They have some awesome innovations in the laser tag pipeline which we know will make it truly exceptional and take the reality aspect to another level.

The core focus is on having fun, so simple is better. In the words of the man who created the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes during the 1950’s – Kelly Johnson – KEEP IT SIMPLE, STUPID!

The major difference that laser games has to paintball games is that the laser guns project harmless infra red beams and can be played virtually anywhere – day or night.

Due to this there is no need for uncomfortable and cumbersome protective clothing, so moving around the laser tag combat field is as easy as taking a stroll through the local park.

Paintball definitely has its place and it does provide some serious doses of adrenaline, but for those younger kids and people in general looking for the ‘less intense’ experience, then SWAT Laser Tag is for you……no more misted up goggles and more importantly – no more aches, pains and golf ball sized bruises!!

Technical Information About Our Laser Tag Guns!

The technology explosion over the last few decades has seen a vast improvement in the development and manufacturing of these laser tag units and there are some very good laser tag set ups in the market to choose from in today’s modern age.

Each laser tag gun has an LCD display control box which is placed on the top of the laser tag gun, situated just above the player’s direct line of sight – this makes moving your line of sight between your target and the laser game statistics a simple process.

The LCD display on each laser gun informs the player of relevant laser game statistics – all in real live time during the laser game.

Some examples are: how much time left in that specific laser round, how much ammo and health is left, how many hits/kills you have made as well as how many hits you have taken.

Tippmann 98 Custom Laser Tag Gun

The trigger action on the laser tag gun is based on a semi automatic action – so one trigger pull one round of ammunition fired.

The laser tag guns ‘communicate’ with each other via infra-red beam technology. The infra red beam – invisible to the human eye – is emitted from the laser tag gun barrel when the player pulls the trigger. In essence all the laser tag guns in the game communicate with each other in this manner, which allows the player to have relevant information on his LCD screen at all times during the laser tag game.

The effective range of the laser tag equipment is very impressive considering the challenges of making any light beam work well in high light situations. In broad daylight we have seen an effective range of 50 – 80 meters from the laser tag guns, whilst at night it is off the charts at about 150 meters plus!

The infra red beam is deadly accurate and travels quicker than a conventional bullet, so with the use of the laser tagging sight, it is unlucky if you miss your opponent.

Some examples are: how much time left in that specific laser round, how much ammo and health is left, how many hits/kills you have made as well as how many hits you have taken.

The trigger action on the laser tag gun is based on a semi automatic action – so one trigger pull one round of ammunition fired.

The laser tag guns ‘communicate’ with each other via infra-red beam technology. The infra red beam – invisible to the human eye – is emitted from the laser tag gun barrel when the player pulls the trigger. In essence all the laser tag guns in the game communicate with each other in this manner, which allows the player to have relevant information on his LCD screen at all times during the laser tag game.

The effective range of the laser tag equipment is very impressive considering the challenges of making any light beam work well in high light situations. In broad daylight we have seen an effective range of 50 – 80 meters from the laser tag guns, whilst at night it is off the charts at about 150 meters plus!

The infra red beam is deadly accurate and travels quicker than a conventional bullet, so with the use of the laser tagging sight, it is unlucky if you miss your opponent.

The LCD display on each laser gun informs the player of relevant laser game statistics – all in real live time during the laser game.

The trigger action on the laser tag gun is based on a semi automatic action – so one trigger pull one round of ammunition fired.

Some examples are: how much time left in that specific laser round, how much ammo and health is left, how many hits/kills you have made as well as how many hits you have taken.

The laser tag guns ‘communicate’ with each other via infra-red beam technology. The infra red beam – invisible to the human eye – is emitted from the laser tag gun barrel when the player pulls the trigger. In essence all the laser tag guns in the game communicate with each other in this manner, which allows the player to have relevant information on his LCD screen at all times during the laser tag game.

The effective range of the laser tag equipment is very impressive considering the challenges of making any light beam work well in high light situations. In broad daylight we have seen an effective range of 50 – 80 meters from the laser tag guns, whilst at night it is off the charts at about 150 meters plus!

The infra red beam is deadly accurate and travels quicker than a conventional bullet, so with the use of the laser tagging sight, it is unlucky if you miss your opponent.

SWAT Laser Tag Units:

Laser Tag Gun: Tippmann 98 Custom converted paintball gun.
Manufacturer: Tippmann Sports, USA
Released: 2009 | Modeled on: M4 Assault Rifle
Laser Tag Setup
Length: 48 cm | Weight: 1.67 kg’s

Firing Mode: Semi-automatic
Built in gaming Console: Yes
In Game Real Time stats: Yes
Gun2Gun communication: Yes

Effective Range in high light environments: 50 – 80 meters
Effective Range is low light environments: 70 – 100 meters
Effective range in dark environments: 150 meters plus
Able to operate under rainy and adverse conditions.
Age recommendations: 6 and older.

S.W.A.T. Laser Tag Rules of Fair Play

Keep Calm, Have Fun And Play Laser Tag

  • Play To Win / Lose Like A Gentleman
  • Don’t Be A Bully
  • No Trolling
  • Both Hands On The Gun Grips
  • Gun In Front Of You at all Times
  • Listen To Your Coaches Tactical Instruction
  • Long Distance Shooting Is Your Best Weapon
Trolling Is Not In The Spirit Of The Game! You May Not Follow One Person Around The Entire Game And Just Shoot Them. Shoot Them Once Twice And Then Move On To The Next Target.
Laser Tag Gun Information

A Corporate Laser Tag Event receiving their introduction speech.

Trolling Is Not In The Spirit Of The Game! You May Not Follow One Person Around The Entire Game And Just Shoot Them. Shoot Them Once Twice And Then Move On To The Next Target.

Accurate Laser Tag Aim

How To Play Laser Tag Properly And Win

  • Accuracy And Aiming Is Your Best Friend
  • Use Your Shield As Instructed In Daylight Conditions
  • Use The Natural Terrain As Instructed
  • Camping Is Allowed
  • Ambush Is Allowed
  • Sneak Attack Is Allowed
  • Hit And Run Is Allowed
  • Guerrilla Warfare Is Allowed
  • Team Work Is Advised

Strategy is Key!

If You Are Shooting Your Opponent From Long Distance, Then Shoot Them As Many Times As You Wish.

If Your Opponent Has A Gun In Their Hand And They Are In The Game, Then They Are There To Be Shot.But, If You Can Clearly See You Are Upsetting A Player. Please Stop And Go Shoot Someone Else. Don’t Be A Bully.

Game Play

The laser tag guns are fully customizable to allow for many type of mock battle scenarios.

For example: unlimited or limited lives, unlimited ammo or limited ammo, how long each laser tag game will run for, whether to introduce medic laser tag guns into the game, realistic or not ……..whatever you prefer.

If you can imagine it we can play it!!

Unless we are running a very large lasertag event, we typically divide the players into two teams and play various style scenario games, beginning with an orientation ‘easy’ level and working our way up to more challenging levels throughout the laser tag event.

Laser Tag Bush Outfits

Each player is issued with a vest to determine what team they are on. Each team also gets laser tag guns that are identifiable for their specific team – typically ‘code red’ and ‘code green’ laser tag guns.

The laser tag guns all have code names which appear on the laser tag’s LCD screen – for example Charlie, Bravo and Foxtrot.

This signifies to the player exactly who on the ‘enemy’ side just lit them up.

This allows players to settle those scores and target a specific member of the opposition.

Unless we are running a very large lasertag event, we typically divide the players into two teams and play various style scenario games, beginning with an orientation ‘easy’ level and working our way up to more challenging levels throughout the laser tag event.

Each player is issued with a vest to determine what team they are on. Each team also gets laser tag guns that are identifiable for their specific team – typically ‘code red’ and ‘code green’ laser tag guns.

The laser tag guns all have code names which appear on the laser tag’s LCD screen – for example Charlie, Bravo and Foxtrot.

This signifies to the player exactly who on the ‘enemy’ side just lit them up.

This allows players to settle those scores and target a specific member of the opposition.

During game play!

When you shoot an opponent the control box on your laser tag gun makes a sound (1 beep), flashes red for a few seconds and displays the code name of the opponent on your LCD screen to show you hit the enemy. (for example, You have hit Bravo)

When you are hit by an opponent the control box on your laser tag gun makes a sound (3 beeps), flashes red for about 2 seconds and the LCD screen displays the hit (for example, Hit By Bravo)

S.W.A.T. Laser Tag / Gun Instructions

The Laser Tag Gun
  • The Laser Tag Gun is accurate and can shoot up to 40 meters
  • The Box on the gun is the target, you are aiming at the Box on the gun
  • When you get shot the Box on the gun will flash Red and Beep for 3 seconds
  • During that time, you can’t shoot or be shot
  • When you shoot your opponent, the gun will Beep once
  • Players will see their game stats during live play
  • Players will see their score on total completion of the entire game
  • Keep both hands on the Laser Tag Gun at all times as displayed

Laser Tag Gun HUD (Heads-Up Display)

Laser Tag Live Game Play
  • K = Kill Shots (Player has 0 Kill Shots but he may have Hits)
  • A = Ammunition / Bullets 918 / ∞ means unlimited Ammo
  • H = Health (In this example if you get shot 25 times you will be Terminated (Game Over)
  • HUNTER is your gun name
  • Kill points are achieved by taking an opponents’ last Health. Whoever Hits a player on their last life will be credited with 1 Kill Shot
  • 12 min 40 seconds left in the game

When you shoot your opponent or get shot your screen will display as below

Laser Tag Screen Display when Shot
Laser Tag Screen Display when Hit

During Game Play the player has a shield which protects the player from Direct Fire

Laser Tag Shield Fire
fig 1

When the player points the barrel directly to the ground they are protected from direct fire.

Laser Tag Fire Position
fig 2

The player can now be shot on their forward-facing sensor as well as from both flanks.

Laser Tag Open Flank Shot
fig 3

The player can be shot from their flank, left and right flank.

Laser Tag Obstacles
fig 4

The player may use obstacles to hide their sensor.

When you have been Terminated (Game Over) from the Game the following will happen!

  • Your Gun will stop making the shooting sound when the trigger is squeezed
  • Your gun lights will remain stationary Red, (Long Distance Termination Identification)
  • Screen will display who Terminated you
  • Return to Base / put your gun in the Gun Rack and wait for the game to end to see your score!
Laser Tag Terminated HUD

On Total Completion of the Entire Game you will see your Score as below!

  • Terminations = Kill Shots = If you shoot a player on their last life and terminate them from the game you will then be credited with 1 Kill Shot
  • Hits = How Many People you shot (30)
  • Shot Count = how many bullets you fired (155
Laser Tag Game Summary
  • Times Hit = how many times you got shot (1)
  • Accuracy is a % of people hit to bullets fired
  • Top Player will be the person who scored the most Hits in that round

Some Useful Tips To Consider When Planning a Laser Tag Party

As mentioned there are some good operators out there using good laser tag guns and laser tag set ups so investigate and ask relevant questions before committing to any one laser tag operator.

Things to consider:

  • Range of the Laser Tag guns (Realistically and in broad daylight on sunny days)
  • Weight and size of the Laser Tag guns (Important for the smaller kids)
  • Availability of Laser Tag guns if a big group
  • Look and feel of the Laser Tag guns
  • Scoring capabilities of the Laser Tag guns
  • Incremental weather issues: Can the Laser Tag guns operate in the rain if you decide to go ahead and play in the rain on the day of the lasertag party/event
  • Fun vs Hardcore. (Again depends on age of the players – with a quick Google search you will find an operator who can offer the laser tag experience you would prefer for that special occasion)
  • Suitability of the venue for the laser tag party/event: We always say bigger is better when it comes to venues, so plan for enough running space for the players on the day, with sufficient cover for the players to hide behind during those heated laser tag battles.
  • Remember it is a gun fight not a sword fight so space is a key element when deciding on a venue.
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Lastly, a good idea is to visit the websites of the laser tag operators and have a good look at the laser tag equipment/set up and laser tag services.

If you have made it to the end of this page we thank you for showing some interest in our world of laser tag. We are sure you will enjoy browsing through our website.

If you have any queries that cannot be answered by us with the info provided on the website please contact your nearest SWAT Laser Tag team and let them guide you through the process of arranging that awesome laser tag experience!

Over and Out!