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How Do Nerf Guns Work – Types, Ammos, Mechanisms, and More

Date Published: November 30, 2020 | By: Fifth Geek

Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • What is a Nerf Gun?
  • How Does a Nerf Gun Work?
  • Types of Nerf Guns
  • Types of Nerf Bullets
  • How Safe are Nerf Guns?
  • Fun Games to Play Using Nerf Guns
    • Tin Can Challenge
    • Capture the Flag
    • Shoot the Sight Word
    • Pistol
    • Protect the Baby
    • Freeze Tag
    • Water Balloon Challenge
    • Gladiator
    • Four Corners
    • Team Triage
  • Final Words

Introduction

For anyone who is looking for an easy to use and safe gadget to have fun, then a Nerf gun is a great option. All you need to do is practice a little to take good control of Nerf guns and you are ready to engage yourself in all-out Nerf wars.

SaleBestseller No. 1
NERF DinoSquad Rex-Rampage Motorized Dart Blaster, 10-Dart Clip, 20 Official Darts, 10-Dart Storage- T-Rex Dinosaur Design
NERF DinoSquad Rex-Rampage Motorized Dart Blaster, 10-Dart Clip, 20 Official Darts, 10-Dart Storage- T-Rex Dinosaur Design
$29.99
SaleBestseller No. 2
NERF Elite 2.0 Flipshots Flip-32 Blaster, Rotating Dart Barrels, 32-Dart Capacity, 32 Elite Darts, Toy Foam Blasters, Kids Outdoor Games & Toys for Boys & Girls
NERF Elite 2.0 Flipshots Flip-32 Blaster, Rotating Dart Barrels, 32-Dart Capacity, 32 Elite Darts, Toy Foam Blasters, Kids Outdoor Games & Toys for Boys & Girls
$33.87
Bestseller No. 3
NERF Fortnite Compact SMG Motorized Dart Blaster, Ultra Red Wrap Design, 8-Dart Internal Clip, Includes 8 Official Elite Foam Darts
NERF Fortnite Compact SMG Motorized Dart Blaster, Ultra Red Wrap Design, 8-Dart Internal Clip, Includes 8 Official Elite Foam Darts
$38.99

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The reason why Nerf gun is one of the favourite hobbies is that it is active, social, and exciting – all in one. One can enjoy Nerf hide-and-seek, Nerf freeze tag, Nerf captures the flag, and the classic Nerf war easily with fun.

how do nerf guns work

What is a Nerf Gun?

The term Nerf Gun is used for a toy gun made by Hasbro. Nerf gun is used to fire foam balls, foam darts, and discs. The first Nerf blasters appeared in the late 1980s with the release of the Nerf Blast-a-Ball and the Arrowstorm. Nerf blasters are manufactured in various forms. Other guns that fire foam dart blasters are also considered as Nerf Blasters whether it has the Nerf brand name or not.

A package of Nerf blaster includes a set of mega darts or foam darts that fit in the chambers. You can purchase refill darts separately. Most of these blasters are compatible with different types of drafts that are available in the market. Elite darts are compatible with not only regular blasters but also works well with Magazine System blasters.

Nerf blaster accessories are supplied with certain blasters or available separately. These include ammunition attachments or holders that enhance the aesthetic or functional elements of Nerf blasters and some super soaker blasters.

How Does a Nerf Gun Work?

The Nerf gun is an important part of every toy collection. They are good for target practice and Nerf battles. The main parts of a Nerf gun include dart holder, cocking mechanism, piston, and a trigger to shoot darts. The trigger is connected to a spring so we can pull the trigger back but as soon as we let it go, the spring comes back to its original position. A part of the trigger is connected to a vertical slider that is also held up by a spring. When the trigger gets pulled, the vertical slider comes down.

The piston comes fitted inside a tube with a powerful spring. The piston is connected to the cocking mechanism which restricts the piston when you try to pull the trigger to create enough force. When we pull back the piston far enough, it engages with a vertical slider and hooks in a block. This all makes the Nerf gun loaded and ready to shoot. When we pull the trigger, the vertical slider comes down and releases the piston. This makes spring of the piston back into its place and forces the air inside the tube onto the dart to shoot.

Once the dart is fired, the cylinder rotates, and the next dart goes into place. Now you will be thinking about how it happens. The components which make this work include white rotating cam, the cam bar, and supporting plastic – all below the piston. When the piston comes out far enough, it latches on to the cam bar. While firing a dart, the cam bar comes forward and rotates the cam which in turn rotates the cylinder. The cam bar has a circular tip at the end which fits inside the grooves on the cam bar. As the bar goes back and forth, the tip slides right through the grooves.

Types of Nerf Guns

Below are some of the different types of Nerf guns available on the market with the top 3 best sellers for each types. They differ from each other in terms of design and types of bullets. They are:

N-Strike Elite

SaleBestseller No. 1
Nerf N Strike Elite Strongarm Toy Blaster With Rotating Barrel, Slam Fire, And 6 Official Nerf Elite Darts For Kids, Teens, And Adults(Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf N Strike Elite Strongarm Toy Blaster With Rotating Barrel, Slam Fire, And 6 Official Nerf Elite Darts For Kids, Teens, And Adults(Amazon Exclusive)
$15.99
Bestseller No. 2
NERF N-Strike Elite Retaliator
NERF N-Strike Elite Retaliator
Retaliator blaster can be built in 4 configurations; Fires Elite Darts 75 feet; Removable stock helps you steady your shot
$40.49
Bestseller No. 3
NERF N-Strike Hyper Fire Toy (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF N-Strike Hyper Fire Toy (Amazon Exclusive)
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$52.99

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Zombie Strike

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf E1754 Scravenger Zombie Strike Toy Blaster with Two 12-Dart Clips, 26 Darts, Light, Barrel Extension, X 40Mm, Stock, 2-Dart Blaster, Brown
Nerf E1754 Scravenger Zombie Strike Toy Blaster with Two 12-Dart Clips, 26 Darts, Light, Barrel Extension, X 40Mm, Stock, 2-Dart Blaster, Brown
$59.99
SaleBestseller No. 2
Nerf Zombie Strike FlipFury Blaster -- 2 Flipping 6-Dart Drums -- Fire 6 Darts, Flip, Fire 6 More -- 12 Nerf Zombie Strike Elite Darts (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf Zombie Strike FlipFury Blaster -- 2 Flipping 6-Dart Drums -- Fire 6 Darts, Flip, Fire 6 More -- 12 Nerf Zombie Strike Elite Darts (Amazon Exclusive)
$14.10
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Zombie Strike Hammershot Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf Zombie Strike Hammershot Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
N-Strike Elite blasters fire up to 75 feet for the ultimate in dart blaster performance; Vortex disc blasters Bend the Rules of Battle with discs that can curve, bank and ricochet
$17.99

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N-Strike

Bestseller No. 1
NERF N-Strike Hyper Fire Toy (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF N-Strike Hyper Fire Toy (Amazon Exclusive)
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$52.99
SaleBestseller No. 2
Nerf N-Strike Modulus ECS-10 Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf N-Strike Modulus ECS-10 Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$48.92
Bestseller No. 3
NERF N-Strike Elite Retaliator
NERF N-Strike Elite Retaliator
Retaliator blaster can be built in 4 configurations; Fires Elite Darts 75 feet; Removable stock helps you steady your shot
$40.49

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N-Strike Mega

SaleBestseller No. 1
Nerf N-Strike Mega Dart Refill (10 Pack)
Nerf N-Strike Mega Dart Refill (10 Pack)
Load up with the 10 Official Nerf Mega Whistler Darts; Bigger darts for bigger battles; Darts work with N-Strike Mega Series blasters (sold separately)
$7.97
SaleBestseller No. 2
Nerf N-Strike Mega Mastodon Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf N-Strike Mega Mastodon Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
The Nerf Mega Mastodon blaster launches into action with a 24-dart rotating drum.; Use the shoulder strap and the handle to carry this motorized monster into battle.
$91.48
SaleBestseller No. 3
NERF N-Strike Mega Dart Refill (50 Pack)
NERF N-Strike Mega Dart Refill (50 Pack)
Refill pack includes 50 Nerf Mega darts; Stay stocked up with the power of Nerf Mega darts
$24.28

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Dart Tag

Bestseller No. 1
NERF Dart Tag Speedload 6
NERF Dart Tag Speedload 6
The integrated clip holds six darts and lets you load super-fast.; Air-powered blaster lets you return fire fast with high-speed reloads!
$52.00
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Dart Tag Darts 36 Pk
NERF Dart Tag Darts 36 Pk
$71.99
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Dart Tag Hyperfire Dart Blaster
Nerf Dart Tag Hyperfire Dart Blaster
Awesome air-powered blaster; Awesome VISION GEAR goggles; Set features 10-dart auto-advance capabilities for maximum speed — and scoring
$30.00

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Alien Menace

Bestseller No. 1
NERF Alien Menace Voidcaster Blaster
NERF Alien Menace Voidcaster Blaster
$20.90
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Alien Menace Battle Vest
NERF Alien Menace Battle Vest
14" x 12" Lightweight hard shell role play vest; Holds 10 darts in built-in dart compartment
$19.99
Bestseller No. 3
NERF Alien Menace Digital Target
NERF Alien Menace Digital Target
9.25" interactive lights & sounds target with a digital scoreboard; Features solo and team game play
$28.77

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Vortex

SaleBestseller No. 1
NERF Vortex Aero Howler Foam Ball – Classic Long-Distance Football -- Flight-Optimizing Tail -- Hand Grip – Indoor and Outdoor Fun (Red)
NERF Vortex Aero Howler Foam Ball – Classic Long-Distance Football -- Flight-Optimizing Tail -- Hand Grip – Indoor and Outdoor Fun (Red)
FLIGHT-OPTIMIZING TAIL AND HAND GRIP
$11.16
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Vortex Aero Howler Neon Foam Ball, Classic Long-Distance Football, Flight-Optimizing Tail, Whistling Sound (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF Vortex Aero Howler Neon Foam Ball, Classic Long-Distance Football, Flight-Optimizing Tail, Whistling Sound (Amazon Exclusive)
$11.99
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Vortex Aero Howler Foam Ball – Classic Long-Distance Football -- Flight-Optimizing Tail -- Hand Grip – Indoor and Outdoor Fun (Blue)
Nerf Vortex Aero Howler Foam Ball – Classic Long-Distance Football -- Flight-Optimizing Tail -- Hand Grip – Indoor and Outdoor Fun (Blue)
$11.97

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Modulus

SaleBestseller No. 1
Nerf N-Strike Modulus ECS-10 Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf N-Strike Modulus ECS-10 Blaster (Amazon Exclusive)
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$48.92
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Modulus Regulator (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF Modulus Regulator (Amazon Exclusive)
This version comes in simple brown packaging; Features SwitchFire Technology; 3 modes: Single-fire, burst-fire, continuous-fire
$66.99
Bestseller No. 3
NERF Longstrike Modulus Toy Blaster with Barrel Extension, Bipod, Scopes, 18 Modulus Elite Darts and 3 Six-Dart Clips for Kids, Teens, and Adults (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF Longstrike Modulus Toy Blaster with Barrel Extension, Bipod, Scopes, 18 Modulus Elite Darts and 3 Six-Dart Clips for Kids, Teens, and Adults (Amazon Exclusive)
Ships in simple recyclable packaging that’s easy to open and frustration free
$77.99

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Modulus Ghost Ops

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf Modulus Ghost Ops Evader Motorized Blaster -- Light-Up See-Through Blaster and Barrel Extension, Includes 12 Official Nerf Elite Darts (Amazon Exclusive)
Nerf Modulus Ghost Ops Evader Motorized Blaster -- Light-Up See-Through Blaster and Barrel Extension, Includes 12 Official Nerf Elite Darts (Amazon Exclusive)
$44.99
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Modulus Ghost Ops Shadow ICS-6
NERF Modulus Ghost Ops Shadow ICS-6
Stay in Stealth mode or light the way; Keep the blaster clear for stealth action; Illuminate the blaster for low-light missions
$28.45
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Modulus Ghost Ops Reflective Targeting Kit
Nerf Modulus Ghost Ops Reflective Targeting Kit
Adjustable LED sight illuminates reflective target; Includes 2 reflective targets; Part of the Modulus Ghost Ops series
$10.39

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N-Strike Elite Accustrike

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf N-Strike Elite AccuStrike Series FalconFire
Nerf N-Strike Elite AccuStrike Series FalconFire
Part of the AccuStrike series; Top-load, single-shot blaster; Built-in Dart storage; Includes blaster, bolt (2 pieces), 10 darts, and instructions
$34.95
Bestseller No. 2
Nerf Ner Accustrike Alphahawk Action Figure
Nerf Ner Accustrike Alphahawk Action Figure
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega series blasters feature Mega Whistler darts that scream through the air
$36.99
SaleBestseller No. 3
Official Nerf N-Strike Elite AccuStrike Series 12-Dart Refill Pack
Official Nerf N-Strike Elite AccuStrike Series 12-Dart Refill Pack
Part of the Official AccuStrike series; Refill pack includes 12 Official Elite AccuStrike Nerf Darts
$5.95

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N-Strike Mega Accustrike

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf Mega Accustrike Dart Refill Combat Blaster
Nerf Mega Accustrike Dart Refill Combat Blaster
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega series blasters feature Mega Whistler darts that scream through the air
$7.45
Bestseller No. 2
NERF N-Strike Mega AccuStrike Series Thunderhawk
NERF N-Strike Mega AccuStrike Series Thunderhawk
Featuring the most accurate nerf mega dart; Longest nerf blaster extends to 41 inches (1 metre)
$44.86
SaleBestseller No. 3
Thunderhawk Nerf AccuStrike Mega Toy Blaster - Longest Nerf Blaster - 10 Official AccuStrike Nerf Mega Darts, 10-Dart Clip, Bipod
Thunderhawk Nerf AccuStrike Mega Toy Blaster - Longest Nerf Blaster - 10 Official AccuStrike Nerf Mega Darts, 10-Dart Clip, Bipod
$32.99

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Laser Ops Pro

SaleBestseller No. 1
AlphaPoint Nerf Laser Ops Pro Toy Blasters - Includes 2 Blasters & 2 Armbands - Light & Sound FX - Health & Ammo Indicators - for Kids, Teens & Adults
AlphaPoint Nerf Laser Ops Pro Toy Blasters - Includes 2 Blasters & 2 Armbands - Light & Sound FX - Health & Ammo Indicators - for Kids, Teens & Adults
$39.10
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Ner Laser Ops Pro Alphapoint Two Pack
NERF Ner Laser Ops Pro Alphapoint Two Pack
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$46.75
SaleBestseller No. 3
Nerf Laser Ops Single Shot Combat Blaster
Nerf Laser Ops Single Shot Combat Blaster
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega series blasters feature Mega Whistler darts that scream through the air
$21.75

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Super Soaker

SaleBestseller No. 1
SUPERSOAKER Nerf Super Soaker Barrage Soaker (Amazon Exclusive)
SUPERSOAKER Nerf Super Soaker Barrage Soaker (Amazon Exclusive)
NOTE: This version comes in simple brown packaging; Barrage soaker has 3 modes; Scatter, Flood or Distance mode
$20.18
SaleBestseller No. 2
Nerf A5832EU4 Super Soaker Scatterblast
Nerf A5832EU4 Super Soaker Scatterblast
Pump-handle scatterblast water blaster delivers 5 streams of water at once; Soak your target to the max with the blaster's 22-ounce capacity
$18.10
SaleBestseller No. 3
Nerf Super Soaker RoboBlaster with Bonus Water Blaster – Interactive Mega Soaker Blasting Machine Makes for The Ultimate Outdoor Game
Nerf Super Soaker RoboBlaster with Bonus Water Blaster – Interactive Mega Soaker Blasting Machine Makes for The Ultimate Outdoor Game
$27.99

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Rebelle

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf Rebelle Guardian Crossbow Blaster
Nerf Rebelle Guardian Crossbow Blaster
Guardian Crossbow blaster fires darts up to 75 feet; 6-dart rapid blasting with flexing bow arms
$69.99
Bestseller No. 2
Nerf Rebelle Agent Bow Blaster with Purple Arrows
Nerf Rebelle Agent Bow Blaster with Purple Arrows
Agent Bow blaster has real bow action; Heartbreaker Bow blaster has real bow action; Blaster fires arrows up to 85 feet
$89.99
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Rebelle Secrets and Spies Dart Refill Pack
Nerf Rebelle Secrets and Spies Dart Refill Pack
Dart Refill Pack includes 24 collectible darts; 12 fun colors and stylish patterns; Darts work with the Heartbreaker Bow blaster (sold separately)
$7.99

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Doomlands

Bestseller No. 1
Nerf Doomlands 2169 Lawbringer Blaster
Nerf Doomlands 2169 Lawbringer Blaster
N-Strike Elite blasters and Elite darts deliver the ultimate in blaster performance; Mega Series blasters feature Mega Whistler Darts that scream through the air
$39.50
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Desolator Doomlands Toy Blaster with 10-Dart Clip and 10 Official Doomlands Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, and Adults, Multicolor
NERF Desolator Doomlands Toy Blaster with 10-Dart Clip and 10 Official Doomlands Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, and Adults, Multicolor
$38.00
Bestseller No. 3
NERF Holdout Doomlands Toy Blaster with Detachablex 40Mm & 2 Official Doomlands Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, & Adults
NERF Holdout Doomlands Toy Blaster with Detachablex 40Mm & 2 Official Doomlands Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, & Adults
$9.99

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RIVAL

SaleBestseller No. 1
NERF Rival Pathfinder XXII-1200 Blaster, Most Accurate Rival System, Adjustable Sight, 12-Round Magazine, 12 Rival Accu-Rounds
NERF Rival Pathfinder XXII-1200 Blaster, Most Accurate Rival System, Adjustable Sight, 12-Round Magazine, 12 Rival Accu-Rounds
$23.99
Bestseller No. 2
Nerf Rival Prometheus MXVIII-20K
Nerf Rival Prometheus MXVIII-20K
Includes 1x 9.6volt NiMh rechargeable battery
$199.99
Bestseller No. 3
Nerf Rival Nemesis MXVII-10K, Red (Amazon Exclusive), Frustration-Free Packaging
Nerf Rival Nemesis MXVII-10K, Red (Amazon Exclusive), Frustration-Free Packaging
Fully motorized; Hopper feed – high capacity; Choose red or blue to battle as Team Red or Team Blue
$104.99

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Micro Shots

Bestseller No. 1
NERF Fortnite Micro HC-R Microshots Dart-Firing Toy Blaster & 2 Official Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, Adults
NERF Fortnite Micro HC-R Microshots Dart-Firing Toy Blaster & 2 Official Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, Adults
$15.88
Bestseller No. 2
NERF Fortnite Micro Battle Bus Microshots Dart-Firing Toy Blaster & 2 Official Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, Adults
NERF Fortnite Micro Battle Bus Microshots Dart-Firing Toy Blaster & 2 Official Elite Darts for Kids, Teens, Adults
$18.90
SaleBestseller No. 3
NERF MicroShots 6-Blaster Bundle - 6 Mini Dart-Firing Elite Blasters and 6 Official Elite Darts - for Kids, Teens, Adults (Amazon Exclusive)
NERF MicroShots 6-Blaster Bundle - 6 Mini Dart-Firing Elite Blasters and 6 Official Elite Darts - for Kids, Teens, Adults (Amazon Exclusive)
$23.59

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Types of Nerf Bullets

We already mentioned that Nerf bullets are darts. There are different types of Nerf darts available in the market. Some of them come with the package but you can also buy other darts that are compatible with your Nerf gun. After extensive research, we have come up with 10 different types of Nerf darts that are:

Traditional

  • Comes in a variety of designs
  • Designed to be easy to shoot and travel long distances

Mega

  • Due to their large size, they are significantly easier to find
  • Much larger than traditional darts

High Impact Round

  • They are spherical in shape
  • Considered as being the hardest darts among other available darts

Suction

  • They are similar to traditional darts. The only difference is a suction cup on their end that stick to surfaces easily
  • The suction pump ensures enhanced performance

Glow in the Dark

  • Easy to see when exposed to light
  • An excellent choice for those who love to play in the dark

Message

  • Comes with a message decoder and special pen
  • After putting dart into decoder only then one can see what it is written

Micro

  • Dates to time when Nerf guns were first released
  • They also have a smaller suction cup but they are made from a foam; therefore, they are damaged easily

Whistler

  • A small opening at the top makes whistling noise when the dart is released and flies through the air
  • This adds a fun element of excitement of the game

Elite

  • Due to the shorter tip plug, they can be used with a variety of different blasters and tend to shoot faster than other options
  • They vary in both range and accuracy

 Charmed

  • Similar to traditional darts but have a wide colour scheme
  • They are easier to find as compared to other choices

How Safe are Nerf Guns?

The company said its products had all gone through rigorous reviews and testing to ensure they were safe and fun to play with. The original Nerf guns do not cause any harm but some cheaper versions are also available in the market that can cause severe damage especially to the user’s eyes.

Fun Games to Play Using Nerf Guns

The best thing about Nerf guns is that you can enjoy various fun games. Let’s have a quick look:

Tin Can Challenge

Summon up anything such as tin cans or bottles on the table and ask the players to shoot them down. You can also give point tags to each tin or bottle with a marker or sticker and see who scores the highest in each round.

Capture the Flag

Make two teams and use different colour bands for each of them. Use a treasure box and hide it from the opposing team. Both teams have to find out the treasure by killing the members of the opposing team. The team that finds the treasure first wins the game.

Shoot the Sight Word

This is a fun game for kids who are learning new words at school. Use the same approach as the tin can challenge. After that, speak a work loudly and the kid has to knock that word down.

Pistol

Pistol is a fun fighting game. You can either play it individually or as a team. You can also set a target to reach so who reaches that target first wins the round. Another fun way is to mark a place as the destination so who reaches there, survives the round, and qualifies for the next one.

Protect the Baby

Use a toy baby instead of a human and the two or three players have to protect the baby from the assailants and escort it to an assigned safe place.

Freeze Tag

Freeze tag is always a fun game but the addition of Nerf guns makes it more interesting. If a person hits you with a dart, you are frozen and to be refrozen someone must hit you with a dart again.

Water Balloon Challenge

Place a balloon on a table and the see who can hit the balloon first. You can also toss balloon in the air and then the one who hits the balloon first wins the round.

Gladiator

Set up a gladiator with the Nerf gun at a high place and the competitor who does not have Nerf gun has to navigate an obstacle course while avoiding the Nerf darts.

Four Corners

Assign four corners as safe homes and the player who touches all those corners while avoiding the Nerf darts first wins the game.

Team Triage

Team Triage is simply a team game where both the teams fight with each other to win the battle.

Final Words

There is no doubt that the Nerf guns are fun to play with and provide great entertainment, but it is necessary to use original Nerf guns to avoid any severe damage. Hope you got what were you looking for. Now buy a one and enjoy playing.

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