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Many of us don't know about what is difference between airsoft vs paintball

so here is the answer

 

Airsoft and paintball are both popular recreational activities that involve shooting each other with projectiles, but they differ in several ways:

 

Projectile: Airsoft guns shoot small plastic BBs, while paintball guns shoot capsules filled with colored paint.

Velocity: Airsoft guns generally shoot at a higher velocity than paintball guns, but the actual velocity depends on the type of gun and local regulations.

 

Gear: Airsoft players typically wear camouflage clothing and tactical gear to simulate military combat, while paintball players wear brightly colored jerseys and masks to identify themselves and protect their face.

 

Gameplay: Airsoft games often involve simulating real-life military scenarios, while paintball games often involve capturing a flag or eliminating players.

 

Cost: Airsoft guns and gear can be cheaper than paintball equipment, but costs can vary depending on the quality and type of equipment.

 

Ultimately, the choice between airsoft and paintball depends on personal preference and what kind of experience you want to have. Both activities can be fun and challenging, and it's up to you to decide which one you prefer.

 

 

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53 minutes ago, Jez_Armstrong said:

in the 19 years ive been playing airsoft i did not know what Paintball was

 

No - me neither. 16 years Airsoft and 9 years tournament paintball left me very confused and unable to work out the difference between the two.

 

Thanks OP - I feel so much better now... image.png.12a7818c6655aa1f367865f4580a9838.png(If you know, you know.)

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1 minute ago, Jez_Armstrong said:

sorry but the law is if you have played 9 years of paintball it gets deducted from your airsoft lives 

 

so you have only played for 7 years in airsoft :P

 

Ahhhhhh....that explains my confusion!

 

Still, that's six and a half more years than your average airsoft safezone 'expert'.

 

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36 minutes ago, ak2m4 said:

chatgpt has entered the building

That was exactly what I thought; I am currently spending far too much of my working time analysing ChatGPT and similar AI systems and their output.

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