As a family entertainment center operator, you want your laser tag arena to be optimized for the best ROI and game play experience possible. Two-level arenas can provide a great ROI and an exciting game experience, but what if your ceilings are too low? More and more laser tag centers are opting for a single-level arena with raised areas to save money, accommodate spacing concerns, and provide a multi-level feel for their guests. Could this be a good option for you? Let’s take a look!
One Level vs. Two Levels
While single-level arenas tend to be much more cost effective, multi-level arenas including a walk-under Area of Sport Activity (ASA) can provide a more exciting and unique game experience for guests while increasing ROI.
Multi-level arenas can make laser tag games even more exhilarating for a number of reasons. The added level creates more playable space without actually requiring a larger floor area. The extra space can allow you to have more players in your laser tag arena at a time, increasing your ROI.
The game play experience is also enhanced in a two-level arena. Guests have more places to explore and hide. Players are able to be more creative with their hit angles by tagging other players from above and below, adding more depth and strategy to the games.
If there are all of these benefits to add a second walk-under level to your arena, wouldn’t that make building a multi-level a no-brainer? Not necessarily.
Some buildings do not have the 17′-18′ (~6 meters) ceiling height necessary to include a full ASA. Building codes can make it very difficult to add a second level, especially in certain areas. Depending on local codes, there could be additional sprinklers, impractical ramps, and other required equipment that can be very costly. Additionally, these structures usually need to be built with steel, rather than wood, adding to the expense even more.
If you have the ability to add a second level to your laser tag arena, that can help to create a very exciting and immersive arena. If not, there are still other options to add that depth to your arena at a lower price point.
Partial Ramps & Landings
If a single-level arena makes more sense for your location, you can create a multi-level arena feeling by adding a handful of ramps and raised platforms in your arena.
You could have a few of these areas around your laser tag arena, giving players the excitement of multi-level play. These areas would not require the same restrictions as a walk-under level and can usually be wooden structures rather than steel. This is a great money saving option that will still add that multi-dimensional game play component for your guests.
When planning for a single-level arena with ramps & landings, it is important to keep in mind that they should take up less than 1,000 square feet and less than 30% of your total arena space.
If you are considering a laser tag arena, deciding between one or two levels will be one of your biggest decisions. Keep in mind that a single-level arena with some ramps and landings added can create that multi-level game play fun while keeping costs lower.
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