We can no longer deny the growing popularity of the sport called paintball. It was first introduced in the seventies but now, it is already a favorite competitive professional sport. It can be played indoors or outdoors and is actually, according to insurance statistics, one of the safest sports.

At times, paintball guns are referred to as markers. The pump action gun that still needs manual cocking was the most conventional version. Using this type of gun, the game will be much slower.

Automatic and semi-automatic categories of guns have also been introduced. Sniper rifles and electronic guns also became popular. Available both in camouflage and in different colors, these paintball guns have elongated barrels, making shooting more accurate.

Military replicas were also manufactured. These guns are perfect for real combat aficionados. They are known for their accuracy, weight, speed, rate of fire and gas usage.

The main features of automatic and semi-automatic paintball guns are their triggers with high sensitivity. They are also known for their incredible speed, making them highly commendable for serious players. Beginners may also pick a more affordable alternative, provided that it has a capability to be upgraded and possesses cosmetic add-ons.

From the ones manufactured before, several paintball guns we see now are actually the upgraded versions. You can add an extra trigger, a bigger hopper or more aiming cosmetics. Putting laser on your paintball gun will also make its shooting more accurate.

Paintball guns have also kept up with the breakthroughs and innovations in technology nowadays. Hair triggers, more accurate velocities, programmable firing modes, reduced gas pressure and even an LCD panel can now be seen in many paintball guns. These add-ons may entail more cost but it also offers more advantages especially when you already use your gun in the game.