Laser Duel
Founded By: Johnie Williams
Originated: 1998 Date Closed: Appx. 2006
Number of Locations: 30
Personnel of Note:
The Williams Family
David Glover
First Facility: Pendleton Skate-N-Fun, 407 NE Hwy 11, Pendleton, Oregon, opened June 1, 1996.
Equipment Overview: A key feature of the Laser Duel vests was the single target positioned on the center of the thermal-formed vest design. Dual lasers were utilized in the phaser, which was an industry first.
Historical Synopsis: The predecessor of Laser Duel was Laser Reality, but with the upgrading to dual lasers the equipment became Laser Duel. This laser tag is credited to Johnie Williams of the manufacturing and designing company Dixieland Fun Machines based out of Fayetteville, Georgia, which manufactured a variety of amusement attractions.