Author: Scott Novis
Team Building Ideas: GameTruck’s Corporate Event Solutions
Looking for some team building ideas to energize your employees? Let me recommend GameTruck. While GameTruck is known great for birthday parties, did you also know that GameTruck hosts events for adults? That’s right, playing together is not just for kids. In fact, our founder, Scott Novis just published a book called Work at Play, and it’s all about Game Based Learning for Teams. While many people think of video game events as competitive affairs, they don’t have to be. There is a new generation of **cooperative video games** that bring teams together to learn, and play, connect.
Mobile Gaming Theater
At GameTruck, we are all about making fun easy. The mobile video game theater is an awesome environment to play games, but it is not the only way to play together. We understand that some adults might be reluctant to step inside our special digital club-house. Kids love to dive in and play. Adults want time and space to view and assess. Kids will play just about anything. Adults want to understand what they are getting into before they commit time, attention, and effort. And, on a purely practical level, adults and kids for the most part come in two different sizes!
Gameplex
That is why we created GamePlex, a way to create the GameTruck experience in your building instead of in your parking lot. With GamePlex, our staff can turn virtually any conference or break room into a fun place to host a team event. We bring the consoles, the screens, and enough controllers for everyone to play.
Pick Up and Play Games
And of course we can do tournaments, but we can do so much more. We have a selection of simple to pick up and play games that anyone of any age can learn to play in a few minutes. The controls are simple. Cooperation is where the challenge lies. Games like Overcooked give teams a chance to work toward a common goal. Games like Snipper Clips challenge teams to problem solve in groups. And if you have a remote or hybrid team, we even have our own game, “Team Craft”! If you can participate in a zoom call, you can play RSC together.
Conclusion
Ready to transform your next team event into an unforgettable experience? Contact GameTruck today and let us bring the fun to you! With our innovative approach to team building through play, we’ll help you create lasting connections, boost morale, and unleash the full potential of your team. Whether it’s in our mobile video game theater or through our GamePlex setup, we’re here to make team building fun, easy, and effective. Get in touch with GameTruck and let the games begin!
Need large group activity ideas? Try ZTAG! With high-energy games and inclusive fun, it’s perfect for big groups!
Fun Group Activities for Large Events: ZTAG
Are you ready to take your big group events to the next level of excitement? Stop scrolling long lists of ‘Fun Group Activities for Large Events’ on Google! Look no further than Z Tag! At Game Truck, we’re thrilled to introduce you to the ultimate fun experience that brings people together like never before. With action-packed games, quick turnovers, and safety for all ages, Z Tag is the perfect addition to any gathering. Get ready to elevate your event and create unforgettable memories with Z Tag!
Having Fun Together Through Cool Games
At Game Truck, we’re all about bringing people together for fun times. With Z Tag, we take the fun to a whole new level! We’ve got games that make you move and work together with your friends. Whether it’s team challenges or fast-paced matches like zombie tag, every game is made to help you bond and have a blast. So, whether it’s a birthday bash, a company party, or a community get-together, Z Tag is the way to go for big groups to have a great time together.
Quick Turns Mean More Fun for Everyone
One of the best things about Z Tag is how fast-paced it is. You don’t have to wait around forever for your turn. Each game only lasts about seven to ten minutes. That means even if there’s a lot of people at the event, everyone gets to join in on the fun! With Z Tag, we can keep the games going and switch out players super fast. So, you can bet that everyone will get their chance to play and have a blast.
Everyone Can Play, and Everyone Stays Safe
When it comes to fun, safety is super important, especially when there are kids of all ages playing. With Z Tag, we’ve got you covered. Our games are all about tagging each other with game trackers, so there’s no physical contact needed. That means everyone, big or small, can join in on the fun without any worries. Whether it’s a family reunion, a school event, or just hanging out with friends, Z Tag is the perfect way to get everyone involved and having a good time. Plus, since the games are short, even the little ones can stay active and happy throughout the event.
In summary, Z Tag is not just any game—it’s the key to awesome group experiences! With exciting games, quick turns, and safety for all, Z Tag brings the fun to any big event. So, why settle for boring when you can make your next party unforgettable with Z Tag? Call your local GameTruck today!
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Indoor and Outdoor Kids Activities: Experience ZTAG
Ever since the movie Tron, players have not just wanted to play a video game, they have wanted to _be in_ the video game. Nintendo took the first steps to bring this to life with the Wii, and Microsoft took it a step farther with the Kinect, one of that fastest adopted peripherals in the history of video gaming. Many hoped virtual reality would be the next step, but they broke an rule that both Nintendo and Microsoft supported. We want to share great experiences with others. VR, despite it’s power feels isolating.
When we play, we want to play together.
Fostering Connections Through Shared Experiences: The GameTruck Philosophy
As the founder of GameTruck, I have always been fascinated by the power of play to create connections. I believe friends are made shoulder to shoulder through shared experiences. This is one reason we have a giant long couch in the game trailer – so everyone can pile inside together and play. The screens being all on one wall make it easy for friends to scan and see what everyone else is up to. The environment creates a _shared_ experience.
Bridging the Gap Between Video Games and Social Interaction: Introducing ZTAG
Playing video games together is great. But I wondered, “what if there was a way to be in a video game, but _share_ the experience of being in a game together?” And last year my question was answered in by the genius product ZTAG. ZTAG is the brain child of the brilliant engineer (and now close friend) Quan Gan who has a long history in Haunted House design (“a haunted house is an interactive theater experience,” he explains). He wondered if there was way to bring together kids face to face for fun social interaction.
He saw an interactive experience without the theater. I saw a video game without the console. Together we teamed up to bring ZTAG to families around the country, a high energy activity that puts kids _in the game_.
Bring the Fun Indoors and Outdoors: Discover ZTAG, the High-Energy Game from GameTruck
The concept is actually quite simple, even if the technology behind it is complex. We take a group of players, and have them put on a connected device that looks like a watch. (called Taggers, or Game Trackers, or Game Watches). These devices all coordinate to create fun, active, group games where the kids are the controllers. Inspired by classic play ground games, the system teaches players how to play walking them through red light green line (learn to respond to your game watch), to pattern match (learn how to work together and score points), to everyone’s favorite, Zombie Tag! (break into teams and compete!)
Versatile Locations: Host ZTAG Events Anywhere, from Gymnasiums to Backyards
Every game is physically active. Every game brings kids together. And every game is high energy. What’s more the system works indoors (all you need is a multi-purpose room, gymnasium, even a dance studio can work), or outdoors (your typical soccer field, park or backyard is perfect.) Because all the games are non-contact, ZTAG works for ages 4 to 40 (and up!).
Active Group Games for All Ages: How ZTAG Keeps Kids Engaged and Moving
Because all the games are non-contact, ZTAG works for ages 4 to 40 (and up!).
Testimonials from GameTruck Owners: Why ZTAG is Perfect for Schools, Summer Camps, and After-School Programs
“ZTAG is perfect for schools, summer camps, and after school programs,” Says Joel Carlson, owner of GameTruck Orange County. Joel was one of the first GameTruck Owners to adopt ZTAG. “If you’ve got kids and you want to wear them out with fun, ZTAG is the ticket.”
“While we may not have Tron yet, ZTAG from GameTruck gets us a step closer,” Says Julius Freeman owner of GameTruck Atlanta. “Kids love it because it’s fun. Parents and teachers love it because it looks like kids _playing and having fun_.”
If you want to know more, give us a call today or go to our website to find out of ZTAG is available in your area!
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