# Scenario-Based Paintball Games This Event Combines Role Playing and Paintball into One Game By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-02-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scenariobased-paintball References: [emrpaintball](http://emrpaintball.com/event/afershock2016/) The 'Aftershock' event at AMR Paintball Park in New Milford, Pennsylvania is a scenario-based paintball game that involves role playing both on and off the field. With the rise of events such as axe throwing and [escape rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-escape-room), consumers are increasingly looking for new forms of [live action gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scratch-earth). This particular event combines traditional paintball with [interactive role playing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-wield) to create a fun and challenging new game. Aftershock is scenario-based paintball game that lasts for 26 hours. Over the course of a weekend, participants are invited to immerse themselves in a life-like role playing game that takes place on and off the field. The chosen scenario for this event is an alien invasion in which both sides must battle for control of the earth. In this scenario, each player will have a particular role to play as they engage in real paintball warfare. Aftershock is an example of how traditional games such as paintball can be reimagined to incorporate attributes of modern gaming such as role playing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Scenario-based Paintball Games:** Scenario-based paintball games that integrate role playing are gaining popularity as consumers seek new forms of live action gaming. - **Interactive Role Playing Games:** Interactive role playing games that combine traditional activities with immersive storytelling are becoming a trend in live action gaming. - **Reimagined Traditional Games:** Reimagining traditional games with elements of modern gaming, like role playing, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore scenario-based paintball games as a new form of immersive live action gaming. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation industry can explore incorporating interactive role playing narratives into activities like paintball and other sports. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can create interactive role playing experiences by blending traditional games with immersive storytelling and narrative elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Action Film-Inspired Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletop-rpg.md) - [Futuristic Military Game Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-protocol.md) - [Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-latency-vr.md) - [Hybrid Backyard Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-game.md) - [Mixed-Reality Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-theme-park.md) - [Adventurous Story-Driven Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpg-board-game.md) - [Live Board Game Productions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-twentysided-tavern.md) - [Interactive Outdoor Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-chase.md) - [Fantasy Improv Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dungeon-tryouts.md)