About the Game
Learn about paintball: rules, history, strategy, cost, and everything you need to get started.
How to Fill a Paintball Tank (CO2 & HPA)
Where to get your paintball tank filled, how the fill process works for both CO2 and HPA, and what to know about tank safety and hydro testing.
Indoor vs Outdoor Paintball: What to Expect From Each
I've played hundreds of games both indoor and outdoor. Here's how they differ in speed, gear, strategy, and overall vibe.
Paintball Communication: Callouts, Hand Signals & Team Talk
The callouts and communication methods I use on the field. How to talk to your team without giving away your position, plus common paintball terminology.
Paintball Glossary: 80+ Terms Every Player Should Know
Every paintball term and abbreviation explained in plain English. From BPS and bore size to snake and dorito, this is the glossary I wish I had when I started.
Paintball Tournaments: Formats, Rules & How to Compete
How paintball tournaments work, from local events to the NXL pro circuit. Formats, rules, team requirements, and what your first tournament will actually be like.
Scenario & Mil-Sim Paintball: What It Is and How to Get Started
Scenario paintball turns a day at the field into a full storyline with objectives, roles, and teams of 50+. Here's what to expect and how to prepare.
How to Host a Paintball Party: The Complete Planning Guide
Planning a paintball party? This step-by-step guide covers everything from choosing a venue to budgeting, safety, and making sure everyone has a blast.
Paintball Safety: The Complete Guide to Playing Safe
Paintball is safe when played correctly. This guide covers essential safety rules, protective gear, common injuries, and how to prevent them.
Woodsball vs Speedball: What's the Difference?
Woodsball and speedball are two very different ways to play paintball. This guide breaks down the key differences in gameplay, gear, strategy, and cost.
Where to Play Paintball: Find Fields in All 50 States
Find paintball fields near you with our directory of 400+ venues across 45 US states. Browse by state to get addresses, phone numbers, and websites.
Is There an Age Limit to Play Paintball?
Paintball, a sport known for its adrenaline rush and strategic gameplay, often prompts an essential question from enthusiasts: "Is there an age limit to play
Is paintball a sport? Yep, it sure is.
In outdoor activities, paintball is an adrenaline-pumping game that has consistently raised one significant question: Is paintball a sport? This article
An Essential Guide to Paintball Marker Care & Maintenance
Keep your paintball marker in top shape with this essential guide to cleaning, lubrication, O-ring care, and long-term storage.
Shooting Straight: Dry Firing
One of the best ways to hone your skills is through dry firing – firing a paintball marker without a paintball in the chamber.
Does Paintball Hurt?
Does paintball hurt? Yes. But without the threat of pain, would paintball be even half as fun? This guide explains how much paintball hurts. (Quick read.)
The Complete History of Paintball
The history of paintball dates back to the 1960s. Since then, it’s changed immensely to become the exciting, diverse game we love today.
How to Play Paintball: The Definitive Guide
How paintball actually works: rules, equipment basics, field etiquette, and tips to avoid the mistakes every first-timer makes.
How Much Does Paintball Cost?
A full breakdown of paintball costs, from admission and rental fees to markers, paint, and gear. Plus tips to play on a budget.
What to Wear for Paintball: Essential Gear & Clothing
Exactly what to wear your first time playing paintball. Layers, footwear, and what to avoid so you stay protected without overheating.
Electronic vs Mechanical Paintball Guns
After playing mechanical for 5 years before switching to electronic, here's what actually changes on the field and which type is worth your money.
CO2 vs HPA Paintball Air Tanks
I've played with both CO2 and HPA for 15+ years. Here's when each makes sense, what they actually cost over a season, and which one I recommend.
Paintball Checklist
This guide covers 33 things the paintball pro uses broken up into three categories: 13 Absolute Essentials, 10 Personal Must-Haves, and 10 Nice-to-Haves.
Paintball Strategy & Tactics
26 tactics I use on the field, from basic positioning and snap shooting to flanking and team communication. Beginner tips plus advanced plays.
Paintball Rules
The 21 paintball rules I wish someone explained before my first game. Covers gameplay, safety, and the unwritten etiquette most guides skip.
Paintball vs Airsoft
Paintball vs airsoft compared: cost, pain level, gear differences, and which sport is more fun. I’ve played both -- here’s my honest take.
17 Unique Paintball Game Types & Scenarios
17 paintball game modes beyond standard elimination. Includes capture the flag, zombies, president, and scenarios I've played at local fields.