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Dear friends, as we promised, here is a big report about our new optical system Parallax. We prefer not to be all mouth and no trousers, we care about our reader, so while creating such long reports, we always divide the text into points. This way, the information is always more comprehensible. Whatever you are doing at the moment, take a 10 minutes’ break and read about how laser tag is about to change soon. New sights, firing range, hit mark – there is something to learn about here. Appearance When designing our gadgets, we always concentrate on every detail. Performance, style, comfort – these three features form the basis of all new LASERWAR devices. Every idea is discussed and tested. Does this take a lot of time? It does. Yet we are not in a position to give away ‘raw’ products. It takes us long to release our developments, which keep our laser tag players happy for many years. Our method works and there is plenty of evidence to support this. Speaking about sights, we have always acknowledged the fact that these are among the most important elements of a laser tag blaster. Why? Because all the attention is drawn to a scope and so it is our incentive to make it look as authentic as possible. When designing the Prism, we ensured that it looks exactly like real silencers. The tagers that come with such sights do not look like toys, while our company logo won’t leave anyone indifferent. As to the new operating system, we have gone even further. Flash suppressors were used as a basis. Tagers fitted with Parallax scopes look like combat weapon samples. Compared to the Prism hybrid, the length and the diameter of the barrel of the new optical system are almost 3 times as small. Besides, each type of weapon has its unique design. Assault rifles, machine guns, SMGs can boast extraordinary designs. In 2018, we can say that none of the producers on the laser tag market offers such a solution. Material and construction In the process of product development, we acknowledged the needs of hire clubs, as well as of players with own tagers. Both need reliability and comfort when repairing and replacing barrels. The new Parallax scopes are made from thermoplastic polymer, which is just as good as other highly durable polymers used for construction purposes. The tests that were held showed that Parallax will withstand hard wear, while the internal components are well protected against humidity, dirt, dust and snow. We have preserved same construction and have designed a new universal module mount for various rifle types – this is especially important for introducing the new scope to the vast range of LASERWAR products. Internal construction and certification We would like to talk about safety now. Back in autumn 2017, we had the first sample models of Parallax tested at a Moscow laboratory. A few months on, we received detailed test protocols and on the basis of the test results, we applied for a safety certificate for our Parallax optical system. This official procedure took us almost half a year. Yet this was not wasted time – we invested it into your safety. This is not something one can save on. The new scope is absolute safe for eyes. This is not an unsupported claim – our Parallax has a safety certificate, and we are not going to hide it from you. It can be found on our website. We know what it means to be responsible for our product and technical solution. Thanks to our approach, thousands of clubs all over the world keep working with us. Characteristics and figures Let’s move on to the most interesting part. Everyone’s curious about figures. Nearly every year we record the results of distance and precision tests, thus we show what marks LASERWAR tagers have achieved. The year of 2018 won’t be an exception. Strictly speaking, we have carried out lots of tests and checks which show that the hit spot of the Parallax is on average 3 times smaller than that of the scopes that were released earlier. As to distance, it will increase thanks to the new operating system. Some may say that Prism was fine anyway, so why increase the distance even further? We have an answer to this. Distance is the key indicator used to differentiate between laser tag and other military and sports games. This parameter is regulated by means of the LASERWAR configurator, which is the advantage of laser tag. This means that you can always choose the required values for a comfortable game. Compared to Prism, the distance has increased by 25-50%. Next week, we will tell and show more about this in our videos. Due to the regulated positioning of the emitter, the number of ricochets has decreased several times. When playing inside premises, all one needs to do is adjust the shot power parameter, no problems whatsoever. More attentive players will immediately notice the decrease of ricochets in Parallax: this parameter can hardly be measured, yet according to physics laws, ‘the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection’. When the diameter of a spot becomes smaller, the area of ricochets gets proportionally smaller, too. Replacement cost and market launch When will the new scope become available for the buyer? The official market launch will be on 1 August. A play set with the new scope will cost 770 roubles more compared to the Prism. To replace your old barrel with the new Parallax, you will need to pay 2990 roubles. Any rifles of generations 8 – 9 can be modernized, with the only exception of Predator and Phoenix, for they have integrated scopes. These tagers, too, will be upgraded soon, but we are not going to reveal all our secrets for now. For those, who wants to integrate the now scope by themselves, the price of a Parallax infrared module is 990 roubles. We remembered about additional programs, too. We are announcing Trade in until 1 September: send us a play gun with any other optical system and get 20% off modernization guaranteed. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers and discounts, as well as discounts given to golden and silver customer card holders. The Parallax scopes have revolutionized the price. Results In the end we always talk about the results of our work in figures. It is vital to understand just how long it took us to get ready to write this piece of news, to achieve this stage of development, to the new laser tag we’ve been dreaming about. 2 years of developments, hundreds of variants of barrel design, countless tests in open areas, working on stands, meeting regulation standards for each single detail. We are ready. Parallax is a revolution in optical laser tag systems. Just see it by yourself. The video of tests will be available next week. Fancy watching it?

Yes, friends, it did happen at last! In spite of weather contrivances, LASERWAR specialists managed to complete distance and precision tests of the new Parallax scopes. Video reports are already being assembled, they will be published in a few days. We are not going to try your patience anymore, and so we are presenting the first production models of tagers with the Parallax. All-in-all, the majority of weapon models that come fitted with Prism, can be completed with Parallax if the client wishes so. Yet some models will only come with the new scopes. We will tell you more about them. This model will most likely be admired by those players who prefer close quarters battle (CQB). It is a compact laser tag SMG based on the APR 9 airsoft model by G&G. the constructors used the AR-15 construction, added an extended magazine for a 9 mm pistol cartridge, a short barrel with an M-LOCK handguard and a foldable stock and received a compact and comfortable submachine gun – an ideal CQB weapon. There are no prototypes of this model in the world of real combat weapons. Still, it has the right to be, for AR-15 platform weapons for 9 mm cartridges are quite popular in the world. Thanks to its small weight, compact size, ergonomics and convenience, as well as the stylish aggressive design, the model is likely to take its place in a laser tag arsenal next to the popular among players KRISS-VECTOR. Body and electronics The body of the tager is made from fusible alloys and thermoplastic polymers, which make it lightweight yet don’t promise the durability properties of real combat metal. We recommend it for personal use, just like all other airsoft replicas. The elongated plastic magazine accommodates a speaker that produces loud and clear sound. The indication LED is located at the area where the magazine is joined to the body: it does not give away the location of a player and is hardly noticeable in the dark. The accumulator with a capacity of 2200 mAh is at the stock barrel; it provides up to 30 hours of continuous operation. It can be charged up using a Li+ charger. The charger inlet has been placed on the bottom side of the pistol grip and covered by a rubber cap. The device is activated by a fire mode switch, which is located under the pistol grip. The weapon can be reloaded by either right or left hand. The aluminium cut out handguard with an M-LOCK interface completely covers up the barrel. Unfortunately, some of the mounting plates are not available due to fact that the scope has been placed inside the jacket. There is a bottom rail, though, for mounting additional devices. At the top of the handguard and the gun barrel there is a Picatinny rail, which can be used for mounting telescopic and collimator sights. Optical system The new Parallax optical system fitted well inside the barrel jacket without altering either its dimensions or the outer look of the device, thus keeping the producer’s design unchanged. The exceptional precision, distance and reliability of the new scope make the SPARK an ideal weapon for fleeting close combat within small area or inside premises. Sights and rails The top part of the M-LOCK handguard and of the receiver are represented by one large rail used for mounting any sight or aim finder. The common back sight and foresight have been placed on it, too. Besides the fact that the common sights are removable (they can be easily removed from the rail), they can be also folded so as not to be in the way of a mounted sight. The flip back open foresight is at the front section of the barrel jacket. The foldable dioptre back sight is above the pistol grip. The foresight and the back sight have comfortable level and distance adjustment units. Stock and trigger action The foldable stock has two fixed positions: short for point shooting and long for sight shooting. The stock is compact and comfortable. The locking lever is at the bottom of the stock, behind the pistol grip. The ergonomic anatomically shaped pistol grip is comfortable to hold with one’s hand. The wide trigger guard makes it possible to wear gloves when shooting. The trigger operates flawlessly. Over the pistol grip, at the stock base, there is a sling swivel for one-point belt. Whenever needed, additional belt fastenings can be mounted on the handguard. Cost and market launch One would be eager to try out such a tager right away. This is easy to accomplish, for the APR 9 SPARK submachine gun with the revolutionary Parallax scope is now available at our online store. The price of the play set is 24000 roubles.

The INNOPROM 2018 exhibition in Ekaterinburg has opened! LASERWAR will be happy to see everyone who is interested in applied military sports, who loves weapons and laser tag at LASERWAR stand 1S28 in hall Industrial Automatization from 9th to 12th of July. LASERWAR took part in INNOPROM for the first time a year ago. Today, we are ready to present the results of the work we’ve done during this year to the interested visitors. You will be able not only to see, but also to try out a wide range of new laser tag items that we produce – they are supposed to make laser tag even more interesting and complete. Are you interested in indoor laser tag? Then your attention will most likely be drawn to the new development of 2018 – CYBERTAG Black Edition – the upgrade of a popular equipment set for laser tag arenas, which now has a new tager and additional scenarios. Are you fond of biathlon? We have brought with us a new biathlon rifle from the Laser biathlon 2.0 Light set. We won’t go overboard by saying that it has become the pearl of the whole Laser biathlon line. Comfortable and authentic, it comes at a reasonable price and will most probably gain popularity among young sportsmen. For those who admire classic laser tag, we have quite a few new things, too. The range of additional LASERWAR equipment has been broadened thanks to the new smart devices that are going to add quite a bit of variety to a game process and make it more appealing. Smart Battle Base, Smart Control Point – these are universal multifunctional devices. Striking graphic indication, pure powerful sound and various scenarios are their distinctive features. These new things have already become popular and have become part of the arsenals of many laser tag clubs. Hurry up and see it all by yourself. We'll see you at our stand 1S28, hall Industrial Automatization.

It’s really hot at INNOPROM today. A few hundred people are queuing at the entrance of the International Exhibition Centre Ekaterinburg EKSPO – it is the second day of the industrial exhibition devoted to digital technologies. Those who wish to get in have to queue for up to half an hour, but that doesn’t put the visitors off. Just as usual, there are lots of guests around our stand. Every guest receives maximum attention, we tell them about laser tag and answer all sorts of tricky questions about our equipment. Some visitors have specially come to the exhibition hoping to see the recently announced Parallax scope models and tenth generation equipment. Unfortunately, we ought to disappoint them – we are currently doing the final acceptance trials of our new equipment developments before production launch, so they haven’t been presented at the exhibition. The company’s vast equipment arsenal hardly ever leaves anyone indifferent. The realistic game sets – many of them based on combat weapons – call for shedding off a dozen years and joining the captivating game of laser tag. A little boy lives inside every man, and he just won’t want to grow up) Put some shooting thing into his hands and you will see… Anyway, some display sincere interest in the serious product. Our equipment system for young biathletes enjoys visitors’ close attention, too. This is the safest variant of training weapons, which allows the youngest of sportsmen get on the biathlon track. We have already mentioned that today our stand has been visited by Jack Sp… sorry, Captain Jack Sparrow. We’ve discussed the upgrade of the arsenal of his Black Pearl. Piastra…) Well, speaking to the point, the subject of the exhibition – digital production – perfectly suits laser tag, which is a modern highly technological game that uses leading digital technologies and keeps gaining popularity the world over. There are still two more exhibition days ahead. Come and see by yourself.

There are quite a lot of people at the exhibition today, same as during the past days, though. During this time, our united stand of the Smolensk oblast, organized through the good offices of Smolensk Oblast Export Support Centre, has been visited by lots of guests, including quite a few foreign delegations and officials. Both Russian and foreign participants of the exhibition find Laserwar equipment for tactical games interesting. Nikolay Nikolayevich Tsukanov, President Vladimir Putin's plenipotentiary envoy to the Northwestern Federal District, approached our stand to try out our blasters yesterday. Besides, negotiations with Russian and foreign customers and Russian sales representatives abroad took place at the stand. In particular, Alexander Vitalyevich Anikin, the Russian sales representative in Norway, noted that Laserwar has a great potential for export to Norway, for tactical games and active recreation activities are exceptionally popular among the Norwegian population. Ekaterina Dmitrievna Belyakova, the Russian sales representative in the Slovak Republic, pointed out that one of the easiest and most accessible ways to certify Russian products for export to the EU is to cooperate with the Slovak Certification Authorities. Participating in an event of this scale – delegations from 95 countries take part in it – will allow us to find new partners and create perspective bonds both with clients and the sales reps of the countries where laser tag is becoming more and more popular. Well, of course, the young don’t keep aloof. It’s no secret that the most enthusiastic admirers of laser tag are among the rising generation. Anyway, everyone found something to their liking at our stand. If you haven’t visited our LASERWAR stand yet, you still have a chance to do this. Tomorrow is the final day of the exhibition. See you at our stand!

It’s no secret that in our days product promotion is a whole science, a complicated task that requires significant outlays and company staff efforts. That is the reason why we concentrate on exhibitions devoted to the subject so much. There clients can see our equipment by themselves and ask any questions concerning its operation directly. For those are right who say: a picture is worth a thousand words. It’s been always a pleasure for us to mention that our partners make their contribution to laser tag promotion. Our dealers in Iran – Ario LaserTag – took part in the first international specialized exhibition of game shooting equipment – SHOOTING EXPO in Tehran (Iran). Our partners were awarded a certificate for participating in the event. That was the first such event devoted to the subject in Iran. We hope this going to turn into a good tradition and next year we will be proud to cover this event again.

Innoprom 2018 – the exhibition of industrial equipment that was mounted in Ekaterinburg between 9 and 12 July – showed itself an excellent place for business conventions, new clients, productive business negotiations. As a result of the event, the LASERWAR company has made lots of useful contacts and has been left with memorable impressions. Over 600 companies from 20 countries took part in INNOPROM 2018. Those are the major international and Russian manufacturers: industrial and commercial delegations from 95 countries and national stands from Japan, Germany, Italy, India and South Korea. Just think about the numbers! Our Smolensk based company producer of laser tag equipment were proud to present our products together with the leading technological developments. All devotees could see, evaluate and try out various new laser tag developments produced by our company at the LASERWAR stand, Industrial Automation zone. For those who are interested in indoor laser tag, our specialists brought a new thing of 2018 – CYBERTAG Black Edition. It is an upgraded version of a popular equipment set for laser tag arenas, which now comes with a new blaster and additional scenarios. We’ve managed to wow laser biathlon admirers, too, by presenting a new biathlon rifle of the Laser biathlon 2.0 Light set. It has literally become the pearl of the whole range of Laser Biathlon. Comfortable, authentic, it has been reasonably priced and will certainly become popular among young sportsmen. The managers of our stand had lots of new gadgets for those who prefer classic laser tag. The new smart devices that have been added to the range of LASERWAR additional equipment can significantly diversify and enrich a game process. The Smart Battle Base and the Smart Control Point are universal multifunctional devices. Eye-catching clear indication, powerful and flawless sound and a variety of scenarios – these are their distinctive features. Throughout the duration of the exhibition, the LASERWAR stand was crowded. the tagers drew the attention not only of adults, but also of kids. The consultants working behind our stand were glad to answer the questions of curious kids, which they reeled off at a rate of knots: What is a team game? How do I hold a weapon and point it correctly? What are the main principles of firing laser tag weapons? We cannot help mentioning that the Smolensk Oblast Export Support Centre provided great support to the group of Smolensk based companies with the preparation for the event. You can find more information about the exhibition at the official website of the Smolensk Oblast Export Support Centre. Our stand was noted by high-level official, too. Nikolay Nikolayevich Tsukanov, President Vladimir Putin's plenipotentiary envoy to the Northwestern Federal District; Alexander Vitalyevich Anikin, the Russian sales representative in Norway; Ekaterina Dmitrievna Belyakova, the Russian sales representative in the Slovak Republic. All in all, LASERWAR may consider its participation in Innoprom 2018 as yet another success story on their way towards establishing company reputation on the Russian and international markets.

LASERWAR engineers keep on updating the tagers that make up the company’s product range. The majority of models that are produced with the Prism optical system will be produced with ParallaX scopes as well. The new optical system will likely produce a revolution in laser tag. Due to the fact that flash suppressors served as prototypes for the new scope barrels, tagers with Parallax scopes look like real weapons. The dimensions of the new barrels are 3 times smaller than those of the Prism, while the defeat range (according to test results) has increased on average by 62% in the sun and by 66% in the shade. Today, we are presenting one of the most popular LASERWAR models – MP-514 rifle with ParallaX system. Authentic look, decreased dimensions and a distance range increased by 60% are the distinctive features of the new model. You can order the MP-524 CLASSIC and the MP-514 TERMINATOR with the new system right now from our online store. A rifle with the ParallaX system will be just 770 roubles more expensive than same rifle with the Prism, which, you must agree, is not such a great deal of a price for the significant improvement of the game possibilities of a tager. Here is a way out for those who have previously purchased tagers with the Prism, but would like to upgrade the scope – replace your old barrel by the new ParallaX for 2990 roubles. Any generation 8 or 9 rifles can be modernized.

Today at 10 am the International Military-Technical Forum "ARMY-2018" started. The interest in the event will be huge, that is a tip we got from a 14-kilometer traffic jam at the approach to Kubinka. From the very morning, a line of cars stretched towards the exhibition objects.  And yet the exhibition operates in a limited access mode today, that is, for officials and delegations gathered for the opening ceremony.  The scale of the exhibition is simply staggering. Vast areas between the pavilions are literally filled with samples of military equipment and armament.  In addition to army equipment, in exhibition subject much attention is paid to equipping law enforcement agencies and authorities, anti-terrorist activities. For the first time in 2018, the Forum "ARMY-2018" will be held simultaneously with the International Forum "Security Week Russia-2018", which will be attended by National Guard of Russia, the Border service of the FSB of Russia , the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, EMERCOM of Russia and other leading domestic enterprises and organizations whose activities are related to ensuring state and public security, prevention and elimination of natural and man-made disasters consequences.  Before the start of the official opening ceremony, delegations visit the exhibition stands. Visitors, including many foreign guests and forum participants, literally flooded the exposition halls. However, after the opening ceremony, which took place at 13 o'clock, the flow of visitors decreased significantly.  Moreover, it is no wonder, because a demonstration program for official delegations started at the airfield "Kubinka" and the training ground "Alabino", and there is something to see.  We have already talked to several foreign groups and representatives of Russian business. Foreigners are attracted by authenticity and entourage of models and compatibility with the MILES Protocol, while Russians are seriously interested in purchasing of laser tag equipment for children's camp.  The next three days the exhibition will work only for military and technical experts, forum events of the scientific and business program will be held, while mass public visits will begin on Friday, August 24. We are waiting for everyone willing to visit our stand, we promise to tell you all about laser tag and demonstrate new products of 2018. It will be easy to find us, guided by the scheme of the pavilion. See you at the stand!

Today the exhibition complex has been flooded with visitors since the very morning. When compared with the first day, there are several times more guests today. Within three days the exhibition is open only for military and technical experts.  As always, it is crowded in the open areas, where samples of military equipment are displayed. And this is not out of idle curiosity; experts are attentively examining new products, many of which have not been demonstrated to the general public yet.  Can you imagine what will be going on here, when the exhibition opens for mass viewing?  At our stand it is crowded too, as usual, we have to answer lots of questions, as the weapons theme is close to everyone, and everybody loves to play. There are many foreign delegations from almost all over the world.  A group of army specialists was interested in detailed technical characteristics of the presented equipment samples.  In general, despite the abundance of real weapons around, game sets invariably spark interest of visitors. Many of them are clearly not averse to run and shoot.  And in spite of the fact that today is official delegations day, no exhibition can do without children. Moreover, try to tear the boys away from the stand with weapons! However, it seems that on the days of mass public visit we will have much more fun. We are waiting for you on August 24-26 at our stand. See you later.

Today began for us with a pleasant surprise – a solemn awarding of the diploma of the exhibition «Army 2018» participant signed by S. Shoigu.  Meanwhile, the exhibition continues to work in a display mode for experts and official delegations. The human anthill is still seething, although there are fewer visitors. This is a view of the pavilion and our stand from above, from the second floor.  We still have many visitors, both foreign groups and Russian specialists. We managed to communicate closely with developers and suppliers of optics and electronics.  Russian militaries are seriously interested in laser tag and fire tag, but foreign experts are most concerned about the issue of compatibility of our equipment with international standards. A vast arsenal of manufactured laser tag weapon models and additional gaming devices always impresses and arouses interest of guests of the stand. LASERWAR takes the leading position in the world in terms of production volume of outdoor laser tag equipment.  Today we managed to meet with our long-standing and reliable partners and discuss plans for further cooperation, thanks to which we can soon please you with new interesting weapon models. However, we will not provide details yet, be in for surprises.  Here is the company badge-logo, which was made by the guys from the next stand of laser material processing.  Tomorrow a mass visiting to the exhibition begins, do not miss your chance! We are waiting for you at the LASERWAR stand!

Today the exhibition is open to the public, and everyone, who has been waiting for the opportunity to come here since its opening, is finally able to do it. Therefore, slowly but surely the number of visitors begins to grow.  Such exhibitions are a great chance to communicate directly with the heads of enterprises, receiving interesting first-hand information. This is how many promising mutually beneficial relationships are established, new partners and suppliers are found.  Thus, for example, we have found a cost-effective and reliable way of applying markings and images to finished products on any type of surface, and now we are preparing for the acquisition of new equipment, which we sorely lacked. In the pictures – marking, applied to plastic and metal.  There are still many visitors from among the exhibitors and military experts.  However, the peculiarity of the present day is children! Holidays are coming to an end, but such an event cannot be missed. It is impossible to imagine more meticulous experts in the field of weapons and gaming equipment.  They are interested in literally everything – how it works, and what will happen if you shoot over there, and can I…  At our stand you can learn about laser tag novelties of the 2018 year first-hand – from the director of LASERWAR. In his story, there are a lot of interesting things – and the new items of today and what will become reality tomorrow.  Well, in conclusion – a few photos in memory of the exhibition.  By the way, many companies, after serving the official part, are already folding the stands and leaving home, like our neighbors. Their stand is already free and tomorrow we will be able to expand the exhibition even wider. Leaving before the end of the exhibition is for the weak, there are two most interesting days ahead, and we are waiting for you at our stand!  See you there!

The largest forum of leading companies and specialists in the field of modern weapons «Army 2018» has come to an end and it's time to sum up LASERWAR's participation in this event, grandiose in terms of both scale and importance. During 6 exhibition days, more than 1200 russian and foreign companies were presenting to the interested audience novelties from all industries, one way or another related to the armed forces – from the organization of army life to the latest models of armaments and equipment. Major holdings like «Rosoboronexport», «Russian Helicopters», «Almaz-Antey», concern «Kalashnikov», as well as firms that have been recognized in the narrow circles of military experts, were among Russian companies presented at the exhibition. LASERWAR was one of the two companies, representing the Smolensk region at «Army 2018» with assistance from the cluster development center. Laser tag has long been widely used in programs of military-patriotic education of youth and training members of law enforcement agencies and military departments, along with training sportsmen-biathletes. At the company exhibition stand the novelties of 2018 were demonstrated, new devices and technologies of laser tag were announced, including the new optical system «Parallax». The company's activities in popularization and development of laser tag, design and production of new equipment have received a lot of positive feedback from exhibition visitors. The use of innovative developments at the intersection of modern technologies was noted, among others, by the specialists of the official delegations attending the exhibition. The exhibition granted us the opportunity to communicate intimately with our regular customers, with clubs that have long-standing and warm relations with us, as well as with new customers who use our equipment relatively recently and have not had the opportunity to communicate closely with us yet. For us, such communication is an invaluable exchange of experience in commercial use and tough renting operation of our products, during which we specify the wishes of customers in improving existing and development of new equipment, talk about new products, share plans for the laser tag evolution. We even succeeded in collecting a number of user reviews about the new optical system «Parallax», which release was launched shortly before the opening of the exhibition. «Army 2018» gave an opportunity to meet with a large number of our business partners and to discuss the expansion of further cooperation. The huge concentration of technological power at the exhibition territory allowed us to identify promising areas for the laser tag development for several years to come. We have found new business partners and unique technologies that will surely be implemented in our development within a few years. The result of the exhibition has already been negotiations on the purchase of new production equipment. All this became possible thanks to the competent and well-coordinated work of the team representing LASERWAR at the stand of the «Army». Detailed consultations of experts on complex technical issues, attentive professional attitude to the visitors of the stand, endless patience towards the young laser tag fans who passed through our stand during the mass visit, readiness to answer any question and demonstrate all the details of the laser tag equipment – a distinctive feature of our team. Despite the fact that the exhibition had no commercial orientation, it resulted in a number of contracts for the supply of laser tag equipment for several organizations. The exhibition allowed us to solve the production development tasks set for the company for and defined new horizons of development, and our participation in it was noted by a number of positive reviews of specialists and an honorary diploma of the participant of the exhibition «Army 2018».

The summer months just flashed by unnoticed and here is autumn outdoors again. Someone with a sigh puts light clothes in the wardrobe; someone is reviewing photos from a vacation and already thinking where to spend the New Year holidays. Whereas laser tag fans are rubbing their hands in anticipation of the new game season. No heat, insects, blinding sun – that is why we love autumn. New exciting battles are waiting us ahead, which means it is time to remind about hightech devices that will make your games unforgettable. We offer you three modern devices from LASERWAR, each of which will be embellishment for your laser tag club. All of them have proven their reliability and caught the fancy of our customers for the rich functionality, user-friendliness and exclusive design. «Smart Battle Base» Depending on the user-selected settings, the «Battle base» can perform several functions in the game. The software states three main scenarios – «Support Base», «Checkpoint» and «Bomb», while the possible variations are countless. Once you play a little with the settings, and you get a new version of the future battle. It will be no trouble dealing with it because we made the «Battle base» as simple to manage as possible. You do not need any additional hardware to configure the device. An intuitive menu interface, three control buttons and a bright OLED display will help you quickly figure out the available options and set the desired parameters. Vivid color icons on the case will add additional effects to the selected scenario. The «Smart Battle Base» is a stylish and ergonomic device. There are no protruding parts in its design. Even the powerful speaker and large game button our designers have thoughtfully  built in the case. It is convenient to carry the base with you – there is a durable handle with a fabric cover included for that. Moreover, thanks to the special holes for mounting the device can be hung on the wall. The durable case of the product will withstand any external influences and will faithfully serve you for a long time. The price of the base is 176 dollars. To purchase, click on the link and select the required quantity of goods.   «Smart control point» The concept of the device combines points of a computer game Battlefield and technology of arena laser tag. There are three basic scenarios for players to choose from: «Control point capture», «Battlefield point», «Command center», each of which has many advanced options for customization. Our control point will be a real find for fans of large-scale and long-lasting battles and will force players to work hard. One full charge of the device will be enough for eight hours of continuous operation, so that the point will successfully withstand several games in a row. The device impulses can help allies and harm enemies and, which is especially convenient for teams, clearly displays statistics on the mission results. With such a device, there is no need to puzzle over how much time you need to hold the control point to win – all the information will appear on the display. By the way, speaking about the display, it is part of the indicating panel at the top of the device. 80 LEDs frames the panel. Bright, clear, informative – everything as we like. Well, a powerful speaker will provide laser tag lovers with high-quality sound. With such advanced electronic filling, the device is as easy to manage. All elements – administrator button, power button – are located at the bottom of the case. They are enough to adjust all indicators. Finally, about design. Made in the MILSIM style, our control point will not only give an indelible impression of the laser tag game, but also lend realism to what is happening. Protective cover for the case complements the military entourage; it will save the device from the weather and external influences. We have also provided strong and comfortable carrying straps – it is easy to move the device from place to place with them. You can buy a «Smart control point» for 176 dollars. The product is available for order in the online store at the link.   Laser tag grenade «Trinity»  This baby is able to say its weighty word in any confrontation. The IR pulses emitted by it can disable enemy players and reverse the battle situation.  "Trinity" from LASERWAR is a compact device with a height of 11 centimeters and a weight of 140 grams. The grenade comfortably lies in a hand and looks very authentic, thanks to that will successfully fit into an arsenal of any laser tag club.  We intentionally made "Trinity" from weapons-grade plastic with a high impact strength. There is just no way without this, because it is a grenade of all others in the laser tag, which is most exposed to physical impact.  The structure is designed in such way, so that the electronic filling inside the grenade will remain intact even after dozens of laser battles. Batteries are also not affected. By the way, the device operates on AAA batteries. Their charge is enough for 14 days of regular games, and replacing of the battery is very simple – to get to it, you need to remove only one screw.  Just as in other described devices, grenade functions can be configured based on the type of game. Five simple steps only will help you set the parameters you need.  The cost of one grenade "Trinity" – 50 dollars. The device can be found at the link. We hope that in the new season, the devices developed by the LASERWAR team will take a rightful place in the arsenal of your laser tag club, and you will return to us again and again for high-quality equipment.

The laser tag game set Sr-3m Vortex from the PRACTICAL series has gained a great popularity among players and rental clubs for the durability, reliability and authentic design. The formidable weapon of special forces can often be found in large scenario games. And now the popular model has acquired new features and has become even more convenient and functional. The Sr-3m Vortex with RIS-foregrip is available for sale. Two side tails will allow you to install additional accessories, such as a tactical flashlight or a target indicator, the top rail will comfortably accommodate the sight, and the rail under the barrel can be used to install a tactical grip. The model is characterized by traditional reliability and authenticity, and you can order it in the online store. Don't forget to specify the option "with RIS-foregrip" in the special field. The cost of the improved weapon is 535 USD. it is also possible to order the traditional model of Vortex.

LASERWAR continues the implementation of its new optics. Recently, our engineers presented their latest development — a revolutionary optical system Parallax. Almost all models with the old Prism optics are already available with new equipment. We are finally ready to tell you about the modernization of the most popular taggers like the Kalashnikov assault rifle, Steel series. The strong points of the optics The AK-76M Golden eagle has been equipped with a new optical system. With its help, we almost got rid of ricochets, allowing less accidental hits. With the help of the reduced tube and focal length "Parallax" has a better fire range compared to other optical systems. According to tests, the range is 62% better in the sun and 66% better in the shade compared to the previous optics — the result exceeded our expectations. If you have not watched our shooting range and accuracy tests, we recommend you should see everything with your own eyes right now, sit back and relax. The new optics will please professional players: the killing spot has been reduced three times. It will be harder to hit the player: you will have to aim and show your skill. At the same time, both the killing spot and the range can be easily adjusted to your requests with the help of the LASERWAR-configurator. We call the new generation of optics revolutionary for a reason. If the "Prism" by design imitated the suppressor, the basis of the new optical system design lies in flash absorbers. Now the AK-74 looks just like a real weapon. The length of the tubes has been reduced nearly three times — just imagine how authentic game photos will be! We have also kept the cross-shaped illumination of the shot, which will enrich the gaming experience. Moreover, each type of the weapon will have its own design of optics. With Parallax laser tag goes beyond the simple simulation. This is a new level of realism, which we have been diligently searching for all these years. The new optics uses an impact-resistant plastic, similar to structural polymers, and is perfectly protected from moisture and dirt, which was confirmed by multiple tests. Thanks to the tests in the Moscow laboratory, we also received an official safety certificate, which you can download on our website. It confirms the harmlessness of the new optics for children and adults' eyes. How to buy a model with the new optics? How much has the price changed? AK-74M "Golden eagle" with a set of new optics includes a tube, lens, IR module. It will cost 395 USD— only 12 USD more expensive than the model with the previous system. This is a modification with an optimal price-quality ratio which is available worldwide. Even small business can buy the weapon. AK-74M Golden eagle, STEEL series slot with the latest optics is already on sale in the online store. The game set will definitely take a special place in your collection. If you have the 8-9 generation equipment, you can upgrade it for just 45 USD. To do that, you need to order a Parallax IR module and an optical tube and install them in the game set. Do not forget about the trade in option. In August 31, you have the last opportunity to participate in our trade in. You still have time to take advantage of the special offer: send us the game set with any other optical system and get a 20% discount on the upgrade. Stay tuned and follow the news to find out the next models with the new optics.

We are back and eager to report from the IAAPA Attractions Expo 2018 attractions and amusement parks exhibition, taking place in the USA. LASERWAR participates in this landmark for the global entertainment industry event for the second time, while the exhibition itself has a quite solid history. Since 1918, the executives of water parks and theme amusement parks, family entertainment centers, zoos, museums, science centers, and many other organizations arrive in Orlando, Florida, yearly. The exhibition stands parade presentations and spectacular shows, multimillion contracts are signed, and the experience and knowledge exchange never stops. This year the forum unites 35 thousand professionals representing more than 1000 companies from 100 countries of the world. Fully operational attractions, game equipment, stands of participating companies have accommodated in the more than 170 thousand square meters of space. And in the midst of this breathtaking kaleidoscope, there is a LASERWAR`s stand. The third day of the exhibition has brought to us both meetings with old friends and new acquaintances. Notably, a large American company, which produces weapons for army, wishes to purchase our vests. We recall that LASERWAR sells three types of vests, each of which is available for order in four color schemes. The vests, just like our unique wireless Smart RGB Headbands, feature multizone functionality. The devices have special sensors with built-in vibration motors. When hitting the player, only the sensors that received the IR-impulse will respond. The Americans plan to use our vests during shooting trainings. We have already presented the newest 10th X-generation equipment. The visitors observed the LASERWAR Online configurator at work and plates created for it, as well as got to know about the unique X-Core module, which works by combining Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies. We have also revealed the developments that are not available for buying yet - the device called «Digital flag» and the «Hornet» pistol. We will tell more about these new releases at our media channels soon. CYBERTAG 2.0 Black Edition indoor laser tag system has also received its portion of attention. By the way, we are actively working on a renovated laserarena.com website about Cybertag. It should help our current and potential clients look at indoor laser tag with a fresh eye. Up-to-date, stylish, intuitive – this is what a new portal will be. CYBERTAG 2.0 Black Edition plays a major role in its concept. Moreover, the foreign guest has shown the most significant interest in our new ParallaX optical system and original devices – Smart Battle Base, Smart Control Point, Smart first aid kit, Explosive Device Simulator (EDS), remotes. As you see, we brought a lot of amazing stuff to the United States, which have already found their fans around the world. The exhibition will end on November 16. We are leaving sunny Florida very soon. If you happen to be nearby, by all means take a peek at IAAPA Attractions Expo 2018! The number of LASERWAR`s stand is 4657. We will be happy to see everyone!

On October 28, in Moscow, we officially presented to laser tag fans the 10th generation of LASERWAR equipment called X-Generation. All those who were with us on this historic day for the company were able to learn about all the new products at first hand. The rest had to languish in anticipation of publications on the company's Internet resources. There is still a video report from the presentation waiting for you. Meanwhile, we offer to read a detailed story about the benefits of the tenth generation, prepared by our editors. A little bit of history Year by year, we grow above ourselves and indulge our customers with innovative developments. This time we present you a completely new product – the result of longstanding work, which has absorbed the experience and knowledge of our specialists. We know full well what you expected most from our equipment – the ability to pick up game statistics online. And we say YES! 10th generation equipment can do it. To begin with, it is worth explaining what preceded the introduction of this advanced technology. Within two years, since 2015, we have been working on the equipment system Cybertag for indoor arenas. We improved it directly during operation, basing on the customers’ requirements. Having received invaluable experience of collecting statistics in the «arenage», we decided to use similar technology in outside laser tag. Well, now we are ready to present it to our customers. Unique module For the new equipment generation, we have developed a unique module called X-Сore. At its heart — the combination of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies. This is a breakthrough solution for the entire global laser tag industry, and LASERWAR is the first company using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth in tandem. What are the advantages of such a solution? X-Core combines two advanced technologies - Wi-Fi-standard 802.11n and Bluetooth v.4.2 BR/EDR and BLE. Wi-Fi standard 802.11n with a frequency of 2.4 GHz guarantees higher bandwidth, wide range and high rate of the wireless network. It will provide the best performance and will allow streaming very large amounts of information. Thanks to this Wi-Fi standard, the module is able to transmit data at speeds up to 150 Mbps. Of course, the actual speed will be less, but it will still reach a record 20 Mbps. At that rate, recording the parameters of the weapon takes a fraction of a second. Moreover, sound downloading and firmware updates will be several times faster than in previous generations of laser tag platforms. In addition, Wi-Fi routers are available to everyone today, which means you do not have to buy expensive radio bases and create an additional network for laser tag. Recommended routers for the «ten» are already available for order in the LASERWAR online store. Bluetooth v.4.2 BR/EDR and BLE enables our electronics to connect with mobile phones, smart watches, tablets. This is the future of laser tag and big scenario games. We are well aware that modern laser tag clubs often hold several games in a row, which means that the equipment must work out a full game day without recharging. The new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module will not drain energy from the batteries indefinitely: we have provided special power saving modes. This will allow the taggers to stay longer in the game. Another major asset of the X-Core module is the 240 MHz processor. For the first time in a non-arena laser tag, we use such a powerful «hardware». This is a guarantee of speed and stability of module operation. The module is also equipped with 16 MB flash memory. With such a memory capacity, statistics can be stored and used for several weeks.   New boards We have not just released a new module. We have created a special 10-generation board for it. It is the same size as the ninth generation boards, so it can be integrated into all the equipment where it was used. At the same time, the ten’s board accommodates 1.5 times more elements. Careful layout of conductors and components allowed optimizing the board heating. This is necessary for reliable devices operation in the most severe frosts or in high humidity conditions. In addition, the location of the board on the blanks is ideal for auto-mount. The whole new board series is assembled by robots on an automated line. We fully control all processes, maintaining a high level of quality at all stages of electronics assembly. The retail price of the new board is $90. Nevertheless, within the trade-in campaign, LASERWAR customers will be able to get it 33% cheaper. You heard right: we give new boards cheaper than the previous generation devices. Boards of the tenth generation will cost only $60 each.   Advanced software User abilities and work effectiveness depend heavily on the quality and functionality of the software. LASERWAR company is justifiably proud of released software. A staff of qualified programmers works on our software on a daily basis. At the same time, we provide our developments to customers absolutely free. For generation X we have released the latest software – LASERWAR online configurator. It features an intuitive interface and a user-friendly tile design. Thanks to this, the user can easily navigate in all sections of the configurator. We tried to make the program not only attractive but also convenient for daily use. Thus, the configurator allows you to change the weapons settings online, without the need for additional manipulations with the equipment. Just turn on the weapon, and the options available for changing in a particular game set are displayed on the computer screen. Furthermore, the program shows the charge level of taggers and headbands. To start the battle you need to press three buttons: «Start game», «Random distribution» and «Run scenario». The program is as user-friendly as possible. The configurator will display online statistics of the completed games with the ability to display on an external screen. With the help of the program, the owners of laser tag playgrounds will be able to manage their own arena, view what equipment was used in games and control the rental of equipment, as well as be able to upload statistical data to the social network. In combination with our smart devices, the new configurator will allow you to create a lot of unique scenes. We will not limit ourselves to standard «Zombies» or «Vampires». In the tenth generation, we will expand the game world concept using all kinds of laser tag directions. There will appear and the possibility of characters «upgrading» and the Stalker scenario, and many RPS characters, and other options. All this will bring laser tag to a new level. The application is available in the Windows Store, where it can be downloaded absolutely free. The software updates automatically, which means you do not have to worry about the relevance of the software. It is important to note that the new configurator will work only on licensed versions of Windows. LASERWAR online configurator is a kind of framework around which the whole LASERWAR world will be built over time – with a global map, with club ratings, announcements of games. Now some sections are in finalization. In next updates, we will increase the functionality and add new features – from the option of quick replacement kits to a special system of global statistics and much more.   Compatibility When developing equipment, we adhere to the principle of backward compatibility. Even years after the purchase of LASERWAR devices, our customers can upgrade for little money. In this way, we help the rental clubs owners to keep their equipment up-to-date. For example, if you use the ninth generation headbands with the ability to program the firmware, then while switching to the tenth generation, you will not have to buy new ones. With the help of the online configurator, you can update the headband firmware for free. Summary Just a couple of years ago we could not even dream of such opportunities for outdoor laser tag. However, technology is developing at a rapid pace, and we are trying to keep up with the progress. Matter of fact, the tenth generation LASERWAR is already a reality. Moreover, now we can confidently state that LASERWAR is the only company on the market that has technologies of offline (generation 4-9), online (generation 10) and real-time (Cybertag) statistics on various specialized platforms. Each technology comes along with a unique and incredibly user-friendly software. Let us also recall that LASERWAR is a full-cycle company. This means that everything – from the manufacture of printed circuit boards to new products testing is done on the basis of the company by the hands of our employees. We use only certified technology and give a guarantee on your product. Therefore, buying our equipment for laser tag, you can be sure that you get a safe, high-quality and high-tech equipment. We want the mention of laser tag to cause positive emotions and to be certainly associated with the LASERWAR brand in any corner of the world. The tenth generation is another big step that brings us closer to this goal.

Day by day LASERWAR has been working to increase the product range. We offer our customers not only time-tested classics, but also non-standard game models, as well as exclusive taggers, made to order. This time we present you a new version of the model ARP 9 «Spark». It should be reminded that this is a compact tagger based on the same-name airsoft model by G&G company. At its core is AR-15 design to which we added a short barrel with M-LOCK foregrip and an extensible buttstock. In the new version, the familiar «Spark» got a «drum»-type box magazine. Magazine from the manufacturer G&G is made of black plastic. It is attached to the place of the standard extended magazine for 9mm pistol cartridge. Our designers have hidden a speaker inside the magazine. Its holes are placed on the inner side of the box so that the powerful sounding is directed towards the player. On the same side, there is an indicator, which lights up green when you turn on the tagger. It should be noted that the box magazine increases the weight of the sub-machine gun. With this addition, the "Spark" will weigh 2.1 kilos instead of the habitual 1.8. Despite this, the tagger remains an ideal close combat weapon. Responsibility for that lies on the latest optics "Parallax", which is notable for high accuracy of hit. In addition, the size of the "Spark" is still compact – just 50 cm in length with the buttstock folded and 59 cm with the unfolded one. An owner of the updated tagger gets enlarged ammunition - such an enemy is dangerous to be met on the battlefield. There is no need to talk about the appearance – the model has become even more brutal and aggressive than before. It is already possible to buy "Spark" with a box magazine in our online store at the link. In such a modification the price of the tagger will increase up to $120.

Severe rental operating conditions of the equipment make their impact on its durability and reliability. For owners of outdoor laser tag clubs it is no longer a secret that tagger dynamics belong to the category of consumables. Need for bright and powerful sounding does not allow reliable isolation of the speaker in the tagger body from the external environment– it simply will not be heard. Whereas the daily impact of rain, snow, sand, falling through the holes of the acoustic nest, and intensive usage in high-volume modes in open spaces often lead to its inoperative state. LASERWAR engineers and developers, who are serious about the reliability of the produced equipment, have found a way to increase the reliability and at the same time improve the sound characteristics of the gaming equipment. After analyzing the models of sound projectors on the market, we stopped at «Pro signal» speakers. Transparent mylar membrane makes this speaker ideal for outdoor equipment where moisture presence is a problem and the polyester suspension provides a high degree of water protection. Enhanced reserve of output capacity will add juiciness to its sound and extend the life cycle. Аpplication of new components will significantly increase the reliability and improve the sound of gaming kits, including PREDATORs and PHOENIXes, which have already become the LASERWAR hallmark, while we will continue working on improving our products. New «Pro signal» speakers are already available for purchase in the online store, when ordering it is necessary to specify the tagger model in which the speaker will be installed.

This week in Smolensk, the IV regional socio-economic forum «Territory of development» has been held. Representatives of authorities, public organizations, business community, federal experts, heads of large enterprises, figures of science and art – total more than 400 persons, attended it. Among them – the Governor of the Smolensk Oblast Aleksey Ostrovskiy and CEO of «Agency for Strategic Initiatives» Svetlana Chupsheva. Also among the participants was LASERWAR delegation.  The main purpose of the forum is to ensure a constructive dialogue between officials, businessmen, representatives of public organizations and experts in various activities. Participants of the «Territory of development» share their opinions, discuss the economic and social opportunities of the region and collaboratively seek innovative solutions to existing problems. Within the forum, thematic platforms were working, where issues like the export potential of Smolensk business, investment and business climate development in the region, protection of intellectual property were discussed. Business program participants attended workshops and trainings.  LASERWAR CEO Sergey Tereschenkov made a presentation at one of the thematic sites. He shared with the forum participants how the company managed to conquer foreign markets and export laser tag equipment to 76 countries around the world. Sergey Tereschenkov gave the benefit of his experience in promoting his own brand and noted the factors that play a crucial role in attracting Western buyers. In his statement, the head and one of the LASERWAR founders mentioned the company's participation in international exhibitions, collaboration with dealers, design and promotion of their own sites, including English-language ones, the importance of marketing strategy and planning, presented his view on pricing.  In concluding that report, LASERWAR CEO thanked the Russian Export Center and the Governor of the Oblast Aleksey Ostrovskiy for the support of the company.

Friends, we would like to present you an interview with a long-time reliable partner of LASERWAR, the head of the Belgorod laser tag club «Valkyrie» Mikhail Blokhin. Laser tag club «Valkyrie» is not just a LASERWAR client. A certified service center has been operating on the basis of the club for many years. Mikhail told us about his experience of promotion and development of the rental club, priorities in the work and shared the secrets of success. – Mikhail, tell us, when the club «Valkyrie» appeared? How did it all begin? – The club opened in March 2012. The idea was born unexpectedly – before that I did not even know what even laser tag is. Accidentally I saw in the social network photos of a familiar girl with a game weapon and decided to suss out all about the game. After checking out the information on the Internet, I realized that this kind of active rest is a novelty for Belgorod. I immediately decided to try to open up my own club. It was the first one in our city. I took a serious approach to the choice of its name. In Russia there are a lot of laser tag clubs with typical names, and I wanted uniqueness with deep meaning. So this is how «Valkyrie» appeared. – What challenges have you encountered at the beginning of the work? – I had had no experience in doing business, so I didn’t lack for difficulties at first. Some of them I managed to bypass, some touched, but some were particularly noticeable! So, the majority of Belgorod residents had no idea of what laser tag was. It was not easy to bring to them information about the game, all its advantages, and encourage them to try. The second difficulty I faced was choosing a location for the games. Belgorod is a modern city, there are practically no abandoned territories and buildings. Plus, a convenient location is important for the landfill. The sites that were found back then were almost impossible to access. We had to share the same sites with other clubs, including paintball and airsoft ones. That helped to build a good relationship with competitors – we do not antagonize anyone, we often help each other in various matters. From the very beginning I wanted to develop and expand the club, I invested almost all the income in it. Probably, this approach would not fit everyone. The payback period for investment was quite long – about three years. Nevertheless, back then the question of profit was not fundamental for me. While now the laser tag club "Valkyrie" is one of the most famous and largest in the region. – Which marketing activities, advertising techniques do you use to promote the club most frequently? – I use standard advertising tools. This contextual advertising, all kinds of promotions, raffles in social networks and so on. However, even the most effective marketing will not replace word of mouth. In order to make customers not only aware about the club, but also willing to come back here themselves, to advise their friends and acquaintances, it is very important to maintain high quality services. In my view, every manager of the laser tag business should strive for this. The result is obvious. For example, in November – December we have already fully scheduled the time of school proms and last bells. People want to spend time with us of all others, so they endeavor to sign up as soon as possible. – What constitutes the laser tag club «Valkyrie» today? – «Valkyrie» is one of the biggest clubs in the Central Federal District. We have 112 sets of gaming equipment designed for players of all ages. Five own landfills, where various games are held – corporate, in honor of birthdays, team games, tournaments and cups. We offer to play both standard scenarios - «Control point capture», «Wall-to-wall», «Counter-Strike», «Altitude hold», «VIP-person», and unique ones, designed for a specific event. Tactical and technical specifications of the weapons allow each player to choose that very role on the battlefield that he wants. Sniper, assaulter, terrorist, hostage – it will take a long time to list them all. These characters are not just names, but real combat units with inherent unique abilities! Eight experienced instructors are working in our staff. Employees with medical education are responsible for the safety of players during battles. Of all the clubs, only «Valkyrie» centrally transports players on regional laser tag events in other cities and regions. We provide tournament participants with equipment, transport and support during competitions. Our efforts are not in vain - Belgorod athletes have won so far more than one prize. Contrary to most clubs, we are focused not only on games of an entertaining nature. «Valkyrie» develops purely adult direction of milsim games, recreating the actual combat. Also on the basis of the club «Valkyrie» operates an authorized service center of laser tag equipment manufacturer LASERWAR. This status helps us a lot in the joint competition with the clubs, which work on the «Forpost» and «LSD» equipment. And what’s more, in November 2014 «Valkyrie» received the status of military-patriotic club. – Mikhail, is the club engaged in any social work? – I consider the very holding of the games a socially significant event. «Valkyrie» helps children and adolescents to understand the importance of physical development, games teach discipline, respect for themselves and others. We promote a healthy lifestyle among adults and children, unite people and bring everyone a good mood. Several times a year we certainly hold free games for inmates of city and regional orphanages. Children play laser tag with delight; charge with energy not only themselves, but also both educators and organizers. – What are the goals you set for the «Valkyrie» now? – There are lots of ideas. In brief, we plan to work on quality or quantity indicators. It is too early to disclose details. You will see all for yourself in a short while! – Speaking about the equipment, tell us why «Valkyrie» decided to cooperate with LASERWAR? – When I started to study the market of laser tag equipment, I realized that LASERWAR products favorably differ in the optimal price-performance ratio. I am still satisfied with my choice so far. LASERWAR have every right to call themselves the pace setters of the laser tag industry. By the way, I often receive offers to work with other manufacturers. But cooperation with LASERWAR is a priority for us. – At the end of our conversation, what recommendations would you give to entrepreneurs who are just about to open a laser tag business? – The only and, in my view, the most important advice – be persistent. Difficulties are everlasting, but you need to be committed to your ideas. Only this will give the strength not to give up everything in a hard time.  

2018 inexorably draws to a close. Pre-holiday days are a great time to introduce new LASERWAR developments to the laser tag community, thus summarizing our work over the past twelve months. Let's start a series of premieres with the ammo reloading device «Arsenal». Аmmo reloading device «Arsenal» is the closest relative of the LASERWAR classic «Basic first aid kit». It’s been a long time since this gadget caught the fancy of laser tag fans and rental clubs owners. Now we offer you a new version of the familiar device. The device is designed to restock ammunition. LASERWAR Arsenal will be an irreplaceable helper during sports laser tag tournaments, tactical training, corporate and entertainment events at laser tag arenas. LASERWAR developers are deeply aware that scenario games and major competitions are a real durability test for any laser tag equipment. Therefore, our devices have a solid safety margin and can withstand intensive use. The «Arsenal» case secures the electronics from falls and shocks. The design of Arsenal is minimalistic and at the same time as informative as possible. In the centre is the yellow button of the impressive size with yellow-red frame. It could be seen from far away even in the dark. Such an effect is achieved, among other things, due to the bright backlighting. Our designers ensured that this part was comfortable and durable. The button will withstand a high number of pressings. It is impossible to get confused in handling the device: stylish icons provide comprehensive information about the purpose of the device. Four screw holes on the sides of the case allow you to mount the device on the wall. The power connector on the bottom side wall is protected by a rubber plug. The principle of «Arsenal» operation is simple. The device is activated with a special key. After that, the button lights up yellow – the device is ready for use. In the upper part of the case, there are two IR emitters. One click on the button – one impulse. Taggers in the area of infrared pulses coverage get a new supply of ammunition. After recharging, the models are immediately ready for play. You can buy the novelty right now in our online store. The price of the device is 70$.  

Laser tag is one of the most dynamically developing and technologically sophisticated military-tactical and sports games of recent times. Retracing the history of its evolution, we will see that the advent of new technologies provides an immediate impact on gaming laser tag equipment. Reduction in the overall dimensions and multiple growths of electronics capabilities, weight loss and increase in battery capacity, new optical systems, wireless communication technologies – today's laser tag is strikingly different from the laser tag of a decade ago. With technological development, the players' needs are also growing – the market requires new solutions and revolutionary approaches to the development of the devices from manufacturers of laser tag equipment. One of the most important laser tag features is to ensure the integrity and transparency of the game at the hardware level. Manufacturers of laser tag equipment strive to include in game sets and additional devices as many as possible abilities to identify the player, to recognize his status in the game, interacting only with active, «live» players, to process the current game statistics and unambiguously determine the winner. This shifts the role of the game arbiter to the equipment, releasing players from sharp disputes and saving them from mutual claims and petty squabbles. Players should take pleasure of the game, while the dispassionate and incorruptible electronics will determine the best of them. Information from all game sets is flocking in a consolidated report – game statistics, using the results of which it is not difficult to decide the winner of the laser tag battle. How the collection of game information and control of the game takes place, will be covered in this article. Today LASERWAR produces the fullest range of equipment that supports all three systems of statistics collection and game management – ONLINE, OFFLINE and RealTime statistics. Each of them was created for specific game conditions and best suits the requirements of entrepreneurs and players.   ONLINE-statistics Outdoor laser tag with a milsim bias has the audience of admirers that are closer to military realism than refined fantastic arenas in shopping centers. Many clubs already have their own regular play areas, where most games take place. By equipping the playing area with additional screens for displaying statistics and providing a stable Wi-Fi coverage, the club gets a "hybrid" arena – a game space where while using outdoor equipment you can get all the advantages of the arena: real-time display of statistics and game management, instant adjustment of game sets and setting weapon parameters, engrossing new scenarios, access to the community of players around the world and convenient software for managing the arena, including fiscal statistics. All this became possible with the release of the 10th generation of LASERWAR equipment, which presented the long-awaited ONLINE-statistics system to the laser tag market. This system became the enhancement and logical continuation of the OFFLINE-system, preserving all its strengths and advantages while adding new features that provided familiar «out-arenage» with arena functions. Information about the current, immediate game situation, displaying on the overview monitors, makes game more spectacular and exciting not only for players but also for numerous viewers and fans. Equipped with such a «hybrid» arena, the club gets the benefits of both «outdoor» and «indoor» laser tag, running games on both their stationary arena and changing locations at will. But when it comes to considerable site sizes, it will be difficult to ensure stable radio coverage of the entire playing area, meaning that gaming kits, leaving the communication zone, must accumulate statistics in the internal buffer, to pass it along to the game server automatically the next time they enter the radio coverage zone. During developing the new platform, LASERWAR engineers faced a challenging task - to provide stable and efficient radio contact between a weapon with a headband and the game server. Moreover, it was necessary to preserve the continuity of equipment generations and minimize expenses of players in the transition to the new generation. So we have solved the set tasks. Тhe X-core communication module applied in the 10th generation is for data transmission within the game set and supports two communication standards – Wi-Fi-standard 802.11n and Bluetooth v.4.2 BR/EDR and BLE. Wi-Fi standard 802.11n with a frequency of 2.4 GHz guarantees large bandwidth capacity, high transmission rate and wide operating range of wireless network. It will provide the best performance and allow transferring tremendous amounts of information. With such a Wi-Fi standard, the module is capable of transmitting data at speeds up to 150 Mbps. Of course, the real speed will be less, but it will still reach a record 20 Mbps. Given this performance, recording the weapon parameters takes a split second. While sound recording and firmware updates will be several times faster than in previous generations of laser tag platforms. Furthermore, Wi-Fi routers are now affordable to everyone, which means that the rental clubs owners would not have to buy expensive radio bases and deploy an additional network for laser tag. Recommended routers for the «X» are available for order in LASERWAR online store. Bluetooth v.4.2 BR/EDR and BLE standard enable our electronics to connect with mobile phones, smart watches, tablets. This will significantly enhance the abilities of organizers of large scenario laser tag games and especially individual PRO players. It is important that the connection with the game set headband is still implemented through Bluetooth. This will allow owners of 9th generation hardware to use already purchased headbands, when switching to the «X», just updating the firmware via the laser tag configurator; and replacing of the electronic board in the weapon passes without any mess because its dimensions remain the same. The expense of the transition to the «X» upon the clubs modernization program is much lower than anyone else. A single router provides a stable data exchange over an area of more than 36,000 m2, is located in the center of the site, while the use of repeaters can multiply this area. There is no need, and sometimes the possibility to cover the entire firing ground with a Wi-Fi zone. It is enough to place access points close to teams respawns and aid kits, and all statistics will automatically be collected during the game, almost in REAL TIME mode. This variant can be easily deployed on unprepared ground, using a laptop as a control computer and routers with independent power supply. We should also separately mention the software, that allows you to process the statistics obtained during the game with maximum efficiency and display it on external screens; swiftly distribute players into teams, defining the initial settings of game sets; monitor the equipment integrity and the level of its charge and enable instructors to start a new game with a few keystrokes. Therefore, in the ONLINE system, the current statistics are accumulated in the game sets and periodically transfers to the central computer when the player gets into the access zone. This allows you to keep track of the game situation change during the game and receive more timely information for players and spectators. This is what distinguishes Online from RealTime. Otherwise, if you create a zone of continuous coverage of the site in Online system, then the data will be downloaded to the program at lightning speed and it would be similar to the work of the RealTime statistics. But still, the differences in the level of scenario and arena management will be in the nuances of use. Therefore, if you are opening a classic arena laser tag with a maze – then we recommend choosing Arena Cybertag equipment. And if you have a desire for versatility and something hybrid, the choice, of course, is for ONLINE LASERWAR 10th generation. The new 10th generation electronics from LASERWAR will provide the broadest gaming opportunities at an affordable price and high-quality equipment.   OFFLINE-statistics However, by no means all people like to play in a limited space. Many fans of laser tag are attracted by the possibility of playing games in an open area, abandoned buildings, training grounds, or simply in the forest. This gives +100 to the realism of the game and makes it truly exciting. And LASERWAR equipment gives players this opportunity. The specific nature of the game on unequipped sites, increased requirements for battery life, and in places difficult to provide radio communications, led us to choose an option in which players do not depend on contact with the host computer at all. In this setting, all information about game events is stored in the game set until the end of the game. It consists of a headband or a vest with defeat sensors and one or two weapon units connected to it via a wireless Bluetooth connection. Before the game stars, the statistics of the game set are reset to zero, the weapon parameters and the team colors for all players are entered. During the game, information about the number of made shots, hits to the player, the player's id that caused the damage, revivals is stored in the game's memory. At the end of the game, this data is read from all sets via a wireless Bluetooth connection and is compiled with the help of a special program that generates the final report and game protocols. Based on these summary statistics, it is not difficult to objectively identify the best players and game winners. The OFFLINE-statistics system is implemented in 4th–9th generations of LASERWAR gaming equipment and can rightly be considered a classic of outdoor laser tag. It does not lose its relevance even today; it is used by more than 2500 clubs all around the world. A unique feature of the OFFLINE-statistics can be defined as summing up the results only at the end of the game, but it gives players the freedom in choosing a playground, a quick start without pre-registration, and allows them to play games on any unequipped territory. Some players and manufacturers consider the lack of instant statistics as a disadvantage, but most fans of such games prefer realism and are okay with the absence of ONLINE-statistics. What, say, ONLINE-statistics can be in actual combat? Only intelligence...   RealTime-statistics RealTime-mode supposes the game on a specially equipped site in the area of continuous radio coverage. All game sets are constantly under the control of the host computer, game statistics, scenario, changes in the game, weapon and player settings are read wirelessly in a hundredth of a second, and the current state of the game is displayed on the dashboards, not only near the instructor but also in the Hall, at the arena itself. The very core of RealTime statistics lies in the fact that the central computer software controls the entire game, everything that takes place in the arena. Hitting the player – the computer processed the signal and gave the command to his vest to light up and serve out the vibration in the injury site. You hit the opponent's game base – the software has already made the arena's sound speakers play the sound «Base attacked». All management is instant for players who will never experience any delays. A special protocol, written by our developers, allows you to control the entire battlefield and transfer information through the built-in radio modules in real time from 56 game sets simultaneously. These are truly unlimited opportunities in terms of managing scenarios and the gameplay in general. Neither Wi-Fi nor MESH networks can provide such possibilities. Though coming close to them, have their own features and limitations. This is the true RealTime – it is fully implemented in our CYBERTAG system of indoor laser tag. As far as the games are taking place in a pre-equipped stationary arena of a limited area, it becomes possible to create a continuous field of radio coverage on it, which is created by placing special devices – radio bases and game bases (multi-function devices containing, among other things, built-in radio modules). Each of these devices ensures a stable connection in a circle with a diameter of up to 317 meters, and it is necessary to place them in the arena so that there would be no zones not covered by at least one transmitter. It is not a coincidence that we have chosen radio modules in particular for this project implementation. Working in a range coinciding with Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), they have their own exchange protocol developed by LASERWAR specifically for RealTime statistics and fits perfectly for data exchange between the control computer and a large number of players in a limited area of the arena. Radio modules have 30 channels of information transmission, which is double the number of free Wi-Fi channels. During the game, information from each player is instantly transmitted via the radio channel to the arena's host computer, which guides the entire course of the game (including the state of the game set – whether a player is «alive» or «not alive») in real time. It monitors all game events, displays player statistics on the dashboards, decides the winner of the game and generates a final report of game statistics. The system is under the strict centralized control of the arena computer and our branded software. The software manages all players game sets, vests, and blasters. They are activated by the control program through the radio channel; the same program keeps records of the players' health, shots, and hits, equipment parameters, the number of games and fiscal reporting. Due to the fact that the configuration of the game sets is set up by the computer, it is possible to create complex and interesting scenarios with significant changes of the initial settings directly in the game. The leader in the scenario can be highlighted with a specific glow and be changed during the game, through the game progress the atmosphere in the hall can change, both lights and background sound – helping one of the teams. In the scenario, literally everything is changing, and changes dynamically depending on how the teams play – it is a real live arena! Such scenarios as Firefly, Terminator, Football, Spartan, Zombie Apocalypse, Vampires and Werewolves, Tag, and more, become available. All this is possible thanks to the RealTime-statistics system under the control of the arena managing software – CYBERTAG-configurator. It's a RealTime statistics game indeed, but it requires a specially equipped playground with continuous radio coverage and its dimensions are limited. The prices of such a system are much lower than Western counterparts because it was developed in Russia by specialists of our company. *** Laser tag is many-faced and many-sided, as well as an enormous number of its fans and players, each of which has their own preferences. One is closer to the fantastic world of Cybertag, others are attracted by the realism of milsim, and they prefer the harsh conditions of unequipped playgrounds. The interests of the third lie in the field of rental clubs, where spectacularity, convenience, payback and equipment survivability are the central concern. For each of them, LASERWAR engineers and developers have developed a system that corresponds to their gaming needs and the conditions of the playgrounds as much as possible. We are of the opinion that there is no single universal solution that is equally satisfying all conditions. Different arena and training ground conditions require different, the most effective solutions and they have already been developed by us. «Hybrid» arena with ONLINE-statistics of the 10th generation and unique software, the classic outdoor system with OFFLINE-statistics on 8th-9th generation equipment or RealTime-system of arena laser tag Cybertag 2.0 – you can choose the solution that meets your needs.

In these days in the American city of Orlando the large-scale attractions and amusement parks exhibition IAAPA Attractions Expo continues. LASERWAR is actively participating in it. While our home city Smolensk is covered in snow, the weather breaks records in Orlando: it is almost +30 on the thermometers. It`s unsurprising that so many theme parks, attractions and exhibition sites are concentrated here, under the hot sun of Florida. They are visited by dozens of millions of guests every year. Since 1918, one of the most significant international events for of the professionals of the entertainment industry is held here. Attractions, parks, casinos, hotels and resorts, shopping malls – all these fields are united at one site by IAAPA Attractions Expo. This year it was organized in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the international association of amusement parks and attractions. It is indeed a great luck to become a part of this colorful festivity. Here, the future of the entertainment industry is formed. Orlando unites 35 thousand professionals representing more than 1000 companies from 100 countries of the world. All of them strive to learn about the novelties of the industry, find clients and business partners, conclude lucrative contracts. Our first impressions of participating in the event are incredibly positive. The LASERWAR`s stand is located right in the center of the exhibition site at Orange County Convention Center. Around us, there are fully operational attractions, game equipment, stands of participating companies accommodated in the more than 170 thousand square meters of space. You won`t go through the exhibition in one day, and the variety of presented goods and services is overwhelming. IAAPA 2018 reflects the very spirit of America: it has anything you may ever want. The second day of the forum has already passed, the event gains traction. We are delighted to see guests sincerely interested in our production. The quality of assembly of LASERWAR equipment, the design of taggers and devices amuse the American guests. They are especially surprised by the fact that we provide our trademark soft for free. Some have already purchased our products right from the stand, others are about to do it. In particular, the biggest interest was expressed by the American Go Go Laser Tag company, which organizes field laser tag games and corporate events. Their representatives loved our technologies, and now they wish to buy the equipment for their arsenal. We have several more exhibition days ahead and plan to demonstrate the newest of existing developments - the 10th X-generation. The visitors will get to see LASERWAR Online configurator at work and plates created for it, as well as get to know about the unique X-Core module which combines Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies. Of course, the guests will be able to shoot with taggers and test our smart devices.