I hadn’t played any type of laser games since I was about 14. I remember it well. There used to be a venue in Gillingham, Kent. We’d save up our pocket money to spend a short time shooting each other with laser guns under black light, forgetting there was an outside world.
Laser Games In Kent At Battle Sector X
As an adult, you’d think this wouldn’t appeal any more. How wrong you’d be. Enter one of my longest-serving friends and her 34th birthday. She organised a birthday party for us all at Battle Sector X on Medway City Estate, Rochester.
Getting Started
On arrival, we were greeted warmly and our party dinner order was taken. The choices were as expected for a kids’ party: a variety of burgers, a hot dog or chicken nuggets.
We were then taken into the briefing room, where we were told we should not run, climb, swear or assault each other. Fair enough. It is only a game after all. I’m pretty sure I heard a couple of naughty words come out of my friends’ mouths as I ambushed them from my hiding place. But we’ll keep that a secret.
Three Games And Some Party Food
We played three different games, all of which had different objectives and involved different tactics. We had a break to relax and cool off between games, plus unlimited squash to quench our thirst.
In between games two and three, we were served our party food. I had gone for the grown-up choice of chicken nuggets and chips with lashings of ketchup. I did feel like I was small again. It suited the mood perfectly.
Refuelled with blackcurrant squash and ketchup-smeared nuggets, I made my way into the final game. We had been joined by some local youngsters who had also booked a game. Our group split into two teams and set about taking them on.
We failed.
Clearly, they had the jump on us 30-somethings. We battled valiantly and didn’t get beaten too badly. They also had one extra player than us! Look at me making the excuses.
Would I Go Again?
At the end of our final game, we were greeted at our party table with some lovely party bags to take home. Awesome! Laser games are a great idea for a birthday party, whether you are a kid or a big kid.
They really looked after us, even sneaking up on the birthday girl with a candle-topped cupcake. Bad singing ensued from all. I thought it would also be a lot of fun with my work colleagues for a team-building day. Bring on the laser games!
Booking Laser Games In Kent Now
This was an earlier visit. Our package cost £14 per person for three games, food, drink and a party bag at the time. Please check Battle Sector X’s current packages for prices and what’s included now.
The venue currently describes its packs as suitable for adults and children over six. Its FAQs cover practical questions; contact the team about access needs or an exclusive booking before paying.
There are more group outings in my things to do in Kent guide. For something outdoors, have a look at our quad biking in Kent experience.
Exactly Stevie. Us big kids can have fun too. It’s funny, I think it’s become really popular again. Such a good idea for a party, no wonder they had a brilliant time.
My eldest had took a few friends to laser tag last year for his 8th Birthday, I hadn’t played it for years so sneaked in with them and had so much fun! Think I would enjoy doing it with James too. Thanks for linking to #PickNMix
Eilidh x
I don’t blame you. It’s too much fun not to join in. We’ve been back since and it was brilliant.
Sounds like you had so much fun! I’ve never done this but imagine my children would love it – maybe it’s a one to try in the future!
Thanks for linking up to #AnythingGoes
Janet
You definitely should Janet. It was a lot of fun. Not just one for the kids!
Wow the first game of laser tag I ever played was in California, I loved it! Thanks for linking up to #tuesdaytreasures
Fantastic – I bet that was a lot of fun Rachel. We loved it too.