If you’ve ever played paintball you know it’s a game of adrenaline, teamwork and surprises. Sometimes those surprises are so funny or epic they become stories you tell for years. We’ve got some of the funniest paintball fails and stories to make you laugh. And if you’re serious about paintball be sure to check out our high quality custom paintball apparel at Custom Paintball to make your own paintball memories in style.
1. The Sneak Attack Backfire
One player had the perfect plan to sneak up on the other team by crawling through the underbrush. Unfortunately he didn’t realize his custom paintball jerseys—bright neon and bold—was like a beacon. The result? A hail of paintballs from every direction and a lesson learned: sometimes camouflage is key!
2. The Unplanned Nap
During a long game one player found the perfect hiding spot in a small bunker. The problem? The game was so long he fell asleep! When he woke up to the shouting he panicked and accidentally shot paintballs into the ground and startled his teammates. His nap may have cost his team a few points but the story still makes everyone laugh every time it’s told.
3. Caught in the Crossfire
A rookie’s first time on the field was memorable, not because of his skills but because of his placement. He was standing right between two advancing teams and barely had time to react before he became a human pinata. He learned the hard way to always know where the battle is going.
4. The Slip-and-Slide Entrance
During a fast paced game one player decided to make a big entrance into a key position. He didn’t account for the mud patch right before the bunker. The epic slip sent him sliding—feet in the air and laughter echoing across the field. He was covered in mud but wore his paint splattered custom jersey with pride.
5. The Invisible Branch
A player had a great idea to run through a thick wooded area. With determination and speed he charged forward—only to be taken out not by an opponent but by an unseen branch. The whole field stopped to watch him stumble back, dazed but laughing. His friends still remind him to “watch out for those invisible enemies.”
6. Self-Painted Hero
An overexcited player had just got his new custom paintball jersey and was showing it off. In the middle of his celebratory spins and jumps he tripped and accidentally shot himself with his own paintball marker, painting himself more than his opponents ever could. His teammates still call him “The Self-Painter.”
7. The Accidental Victory Dance
Winning is so cool—so cool that one guy decided to celebrate early. After tagging an opponent, he stood up and started doing a victory dance—not realizing he was still in plain sight. A paintball whizzed past him and ended his dance mid-step. The rest of the team was laughing so hard they were crying.
8. The “I Got This” Guy
Every team has that one guy who says “I got this” before charging into battle. One such guy took on 4 opponents by himself and got halfway through before slipping and falling and losing his marker in the process. He was now defenseless and waving for mercy which to his surprise was granted with a light paintballing.
9. The Mask Mishap
A rule of paintball is to never remove your mask. One guy learned this the hard way when he lifted his mask to scratch an itch and an opponent came charging through. He had to drop to the ground and cover up just in time to avoid a face full of paint. Lesson learned: never underestimate an itch.
10. The Team Talk Gone Wrong
In the heat of the battle communication is key—but so is timing. During a game one team gathered for a quick team talk and got ambushed mid-plan. Paintballs flew and the team scattered in all directions. To this day they are known as the “Tactical Failures” and they wear it as a badge of honor.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a rookie, these are the kind of stories that make paintball so cool. And when you’re getting ready for your next game don’t forget to stand out (or blend in) with a custom paintball jersey from Custom Paintball. Who knows your next epic moment will be the next legendary story on the field. What’s your funniest paintball moment? Comment below!
