Paintball Scenario Games

Hey there, paintball fans! Are you ready to dive into the colourful and exciting world of paintball scenario games? If you’re looking to take your paintball experience to the next level, then you’ve come to the right place! This blog post will guide you through everything you need to know about paintball scenario games, from the basics to advanced tactics. So, grab your gear, put on your goggles, and let’s get started!

What are Paintball Scenario Games?

Paintball Scenario Games - What are they

Paintball scenario games are a type of paintball game where players take part in a story-driven adventure. These games can be based on historical events, films, books, or even completely original ideas! They usually last several hours, or even days, and can involve hundreds of players on each team. The aim of these games is to complete missions and achieve specific objectives, all while trying to outsmart and outplay the opposing team.

Why Play Paintball Scenario Games?

A unique and immersive experience: Paintball scenario games offer a chance to get lost in a thrilling and immersive world, allowing you to step into the shoes of your favourite characters and experience epic battles first-hand.
Develop teamwork and communication skills: Playing as part of a team is a crucial aspect of paintball scenario games. Working together to achieve objectives and overcome obstacles helps to improve communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Improve paintball skills: Participating in scenario games can significantly improve your paintball skills, as they often require more strategy, teamwork, and quick thinking compared to standard paintball matches.

Popular Paintball Scenario Game Themes

There are countless paintball scenario game themes to choose from, so you’re sure to find something that suits your interests. Here are a few popular themes to get you started:

Military and historical scenarios: Travel back in time and take part in epic battles, such as World War II, the Vietnam War, or the American Civil War. You’ll need to use your wits, tactics, and paintball skills to emerge victorious.
Zombie apocalypse: Are you a fan of The Walking Dead or other zombie-themed stories? Then you’ll love a zombie apocalypse paintball scenario game! Fight off hordes of zombies, protect your base, and complete missions to ensure your team’s survival.
Film and book-inspired scenarios: Dive into your favourite fictional worlds, such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, or Lord of the Rings, and re-enact epic battles or embark on thrilling adventures with your teammates.
Spy and espionage scenarios: Unleash your inner James Bond in a spy-themed paintball scenario game. Complete secret missions, gather intelligence, and take down enemy agents to save the day!

What we did at The Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park

We have been somewhat pioneers in the Scenario game world within the UK and developed a number of innovations that are still used today. One of which was the respawn corridor which eliminated spawn camping, we developed respawn flipping and created some of the best Scenario games the UK has ever seen.

To understand our place in the world of Scenario events, you have to head back to 1992 when we created “War of the Roses”. A scenario game between Yorkshire and Lancashire and which held the record for greatest number of players for around 20 years. 320 players played that first UK real Scenario game. At that time we were known as the Yorkshire Paintball Centre, abbreviated to YPC. We later changed our name to the Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park to reflect the number of different activities we now offer.

Anyway, I digress. In total, we held four “War of the Roses” events and in that time really shook things up within the paintball world.

War of the Roses

WOR4 was the first of our madcap events designed to be multi level. Hard to win, but easy to understand with a layer of magic that was the theme. WOR4 saw two rival gangs competing in four stages of the full day game. A game based on the film “Ali G in Da House”

Stage 1- Fruit machine.

Players had to find and collect fruit machine icons. Like Cherries, melons, bells etc and they had to be placed on a large in game fruit machine. Three cherries got your team 30pts, three melons got your team 50pts, you get the drift.

Stage 2 – Tag the oppositions sports centre.

This added an innovation to the scenario game world. In the game, if you were eliminated, you respawned, but when you respawned, you were given a “WOR Pound”. This WOR pound could be used in an in game shop to buy spray paint. You guessed it, you then used the spray paint to “tag” the opposing teams sports centre. The more tags, the more points. But what made this innovative was the fact that it promoted honest play. We knew that usually, teams have a reasonably similar number of eliminated players. So, you could only buy spray cans of paint if you had WOR pounds, and you could only get WOR pounds by being eliminated. Cheating stopped immediately.

Stage 3 – Build a Renault 5 Turbo

Hidden in the game area were a number of car body parts. The object of the third stage of the event was to find the parts, take them back to your Garage and make your car. The garages are still in the YPC game area now.

Stage 4 – Go to the cruise at Sainsburys car park

Once you had your car built, you had to take it to a cruise. But, to win the game, you needed a stereo to play pumping tunes and also the petrol to be able to get there. The stereo was available from… you guessed it, the in game shop. The petrol was only available from one place. The marshals for the day were dressed as police. The petrol was only available from the police who could be bribed. So the shop was stocked with chocolate and drinks that could be bought to bribe the police. The more petrol you bought, the closer you could get to the cruise.

The game ended when the yellow team drove their car to the car park with Jonny Cashes “Burning Ring of Fire” blasting from the in car entertainment. This was the start of things to come at YPC

Chocolate Factory and All the Fun of the Fair

Paintball Scenario Games - Chocolate Factory

More games included “Chocolate Factory” which was a themed scenario game based on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and became legendary within the paintball world.

Our last Scenario game was the best of the best. All the fun of the fair one and two. Teams had to control fairground games to win goldfish. The scoring was done by two fish tanks in the safe area where the goldfish were put. The team with the most fish at the end of the day won.

Our take on Scenario games was unique. I believed that every single player needed a measurable stake in the game, so they didn’t just become a number. So I introduced special missions for players that had disengaged for whatever reason during the day. Also mission cards where players had to have their card stamped at each of the bases in the game area to receive additional team points. Only by engaging fully in the event and visiting every fairground game could players get their cards stamped and gain additional points for their team.

Even though these games sounded complicated, they weren’t. They were on multiple levels.

Level 1 – Shoot the opposition. For players that did not read the pack and just wanted to shoot people
Level 2 – Play the games – For players that studied the game pack and understood the game.
Level 3 – For the generals – move your players around and win the game.

In the safe area we had live updating maps, all of the events were based on “Risk” and taking and holding territory.

Our next Scenario event will be “Battle of the Bands”, but that’s a secret event and will be arranged when the time id right.

Preparing for a Paintball Scenario Game

Before jumping into a paintball scenario game, it’s essential to prepare yourself and your equipment. Here are some tips to help you get ready:

Choose your gear: The right gear can make all the difference in a paintball scenario game. Invest in comfortable clothing, durable footwear, and a high-quality paintball marker that suits your playing style.
Plan your strategy: Before the game, discuss tactics and strategies with your team. Assign roles, designate leaders, and ensure everyone knows their objectives.
Know the rules: Familiarise yourself with the game’s rules, including any specific regulations for the scenario. This will help you avoid any penalties and play more effectively.
Stay safe: Safety should always be your top priority when playing paintball. Ensure you’re wearing appropriate safety gear, including goggles, a face mask, and protective clothing. Also, follow all safety guidelines provided by the game organisers.

Advanced Tactics for Paintball Scenario Games

Once you’ve got the basics down, it’s time to up your game with some advanced tactics. Here are a few strategies to help you dominate the battlefield:

Communication is key: Make sure your team is constantly communicating, sharing updates, and reporting enemy positions. This will help you stay aware of the game’s progress and allow you to adjust your strategy accordingly.
Divide and conquer: Split your team into smaller squads to tackle different objectives simultaneously. This will help you cover more ground and make it more difficult for the opposing team to defend against your attacks.
Be stealthy: Use the terrain to your advantage and move silently and strategically. Stay low, use cover, and avoid making noise to catch your enemies off guard.
Adapt and overcome: Be prepared to change your tactics as the game progresses. If your original plan isn’t working, be ready to switch things up and try something new.
Utilise specialists: If your team has players with specific skills or abilities, such as snipers or engineers, make sure to use them effectively. Assign them tasks that play to their strengths and help your team achieve its objectives.
Have a simple plan that gives your team a slight advantage and nudges everything in your favour. Every time I general-ed a game, I use the same tactic and it won every time. Complex plans don’t last the first 10 seconds of the day. My tactic was simple. Have everyone respawn and group at a pre determined point. That way players could be guided to the correct places where they needed to be and I could adapt to any changing situation. Just this simple plan turned what would normally be a chaotic event, into a structured team and won every time. That and my 24ct Gold DM9.

Get out and do it.

Paintball scenario games are an incredible way to experience paintball like never before. They offer a unique and immersive experience, allowing you to step into a world of excitement and adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned paintball player or new to the sport, paintball scenario games are a fantastic way to develop your skills, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories.

So, why not gather your friends, pick a scenario, and unleash your inner paintball warrior? We promise you’ll have a blast!