What is paintball?

Paintball is a team game played on a designated field using markers that fire paint-filled balls. Games can involve capturing an objective, defending an area or eliminating opponents. The field sets the rules, equipment requirements and operating limits.

Start with a field session

Renting equipment for a first visit helps you learn what fits before buying. Ask the field about age rules, approved paint, clothing, rental masks and compressed-air fills. A reliable, properly fitted paintball mask is the starting point of a personal setup.

Different ways to play

Speedball uses compact fields with mirrored bunker layouts and fast rounds. Mechanical paintball describes the marker’s operation rather than one single field format. Recreational games can use wooded or constructed fields.

Build a setup that works together

A marker, air system, loader and protective equipment need to suit one another and the field. Follow the manufacturer’s manual for maintenance and approved air systems. Keep approved eye and face protection on in play areas and use the field’s required barrel-blocking device outside them.