# GameTruck® — Mobile Video Game & Laser Tag Birthday Parties > GameTruck is America's #1 mobile entertainment party service, founded in 2006. We bring video game trailers, laser tag, GelTag, foam parties, water tag, and ZTag directly to your door — fully set up and staffed by certified GameCoaches. No setup. No cleanup. Guaranteed fun or your money back. Operating 50+ franchise units across 30+ U.S. states in hundreds of communities. --- ## About GameTruck ### [About GameTruck](https://www.gametruckparty.com/about-gametruck) GameTruck was founded in 2006 by Scott Novis in Tempe, Arizona. Inspired by the video game arcades of the 1980s, Scott wanted to bring modern consoles and multiplayer gaming together with the social atmosphere that made those arcades so memorable. The result was a fully equipped mobile gaming theater that arrives at your door, sets up completely, and delivers a party experience that parents and kids remember for years. What started as a single truck grew into a nationwide franchise network. Since GameTruck began franchising in 2008, the brand expanded to more than 100 units operating in over 30 U.S. states. Each franchise is locally owned and operated by people who share a passion for delivering excitement and creating lasting memories. The brand has been featured on the Rachel Ray Show, NPR, Fox Small Business Center, Arizona Midday, and ABC's "About a Boy." Every GameTruck event features state-of-the-art entertainment equipment, a deep game library covering every genre and age group, and a trained, certified GameCoach who runs the entire event from arrival to teardown. GameTruck has delivered over 375,000 events across birthday parties, school celebrations, corporate team-building events, fundraisers, community festivals, and family reunions. ### [Our Mission](https://www.gametruckparty.com/about-gametruck/gametrucks-mission) GameTruck's mission is to deliver extraordinary social entertainment experiences that create lasting memories for kids, families, and communities. The company believes that games — when played together, in person, with friends — are a uniquely powerful social glue. GameTruck exists to provide the equipment, environment, and professional facilitation that transforms ordinary gatherings into unforgettable events. ### [Awards & Recognition](https://www.gametruckparty.com/about-gametruck/awards) GameTruck has been consistently recognized as a top franchise opportunity and a leading children's entertainment brand in the United States. The company has earned rankings and mentions in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500, as well as numerous regional and national awards for franchise growth, customer satisfaction, and business innovation in the entertainment sector. ### [GameCoach Certifications](https://www.gametruckparty.com/about-gametruck/game-coach-certifications) Every GameTruck event is staffed by a certified GameCoach — a trained, background-checked professional whose sole job is to facilitate an amazing experience for every guest. GameCoach certification covers game facilitation techniques, group management, safety protocols, equipment operation, and customer service standards. GameCoaches run tournaments, manage player rotations, keep energy levels high, ensure every child is included, and handle all setup and teardown. Parents never need to supervise or manage the gaming — the GameCoach handles everything so parents can be fully present and enjoy the party. --- ## Party Experiences ### [All Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties) GameTruck offers seven distinct party experiences, each delivered to your location by a certified GameCoach who sets up, runs, and cleans up the entire event. Experiences range from climate-controlled video game theaters to outdoor laser tag arenas, GelTag combat, foam parties, water tag battles, ZTag wearable-tech games, and at-home gaming setups. Parties can be combined for a multi-activity event. Most experiences are available as standalone two-hour bookings with extension options. All party types are available for private booking — no shared venue, no strangers, no waiting. ### [Video Game Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/video-game) GameTruck's most popular experience. A climate-controlled mobile gaming theater arrives at your home, school, or venue fully equipped with multiple HD flat-panel TVs, multiple gaming stations running simultaneously, and a library of 200+ titles spanning every genre and age group. The trailer accommodates up to 20 kids playing at once with tournament brackets, free play, and cooperative challenges facilitated by a certified GameCoach. Video game parties are completely weather-proof — the trailer is climate-controlled and works year-round regardless of heat, rain, or cold. The gaming library includes titles for every skill level, from young children to competitive teens. Popular titles span racing games, sports, fighting, cooperative adventure, and party games that even non-gamers love. Consoles include Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The GameCoach manages all rotations, runs opening ceremonies for birthdays, and ensures every guest plays and has a great time. After the party, the GameCoach packs everything up and drives away — no cleanup, no equipment to return, no mess. ### [Laser Tag Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/laser-tag) GameTruck delivers a complete outdoor laser tag arena to your front yard, backyard, or local park — professional-grade taggers, inflatable obstacles, and a certified GameCoach referee included. No venue required. No dark, stuffy rooms. GameTruck's taggers feature custom sights and weather-resistant construction that let players tag opponents up to 300 feet away. Every tagger is lightweight and durable for kids and adults alike. The GameCoach arrives early, sets up the inflatable obstacle course, gears up every player, and facilitates fast-paced competitive rounds including team elimination, VIP protection, and infection mode. The energy is high, the action is non-stop, and the GameCoach keeps every player engaged throughout the event. Laser tag parties work best for ages 7 and up, with a recommended group size of 10–18 players. When the party ends, the GameCoach dismantles the arena and loads everything back into the truck. No gear to return, no mess to clean, no venue to vacate. ### [GelTag Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/geltag) GelTag is a competitive outdoor combat sport using gel blasters — devices that shoot small, soft, water-absorbent gel beads that are safe, mess-free, and biodegradable. GameTruck delivers the full GelTag arena to your location, including equipment, protective eyewear, and a GameCoach to facilitate the event. Players compete in team battles with tactical objectives. GelTag provides the excitement of paintball-style competition without the pain, mess, or cost. It is ideal for kids ages 8 and up, teens, and adults. ### [ZTag Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/ztag) ZTag combines digital scoring technology with physical outdoor play. Players wear wearable tech sensors that track hits, scores, and game modes in real time, creating a dynamic, data-driven tag experience. GameTruck delivers and facilitates the full ZTag experience including equipment setup, game configuration, and certified GameCoach management. ZTag is fast-paced, physically engaging, and appeals to tech-savvy kids and teens who want more data and depth than traditional tag games. ### [Water Tag Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/water-tag) GameTruck's Water Tag brings high-energy outdoor water battle gameplay to your backyard or outdoor space. Players use water-based equipment to compete in team battles facilitated by a GameCoach. Water Tag is a seasonal experience best suited for warm-weather months and is an ideal choice for summer birthday parties, end-of-school events, and outdoor celebrations. It provides the fun of a water fight with the structure, competition, and facilitation of a professional party experience. ### [Foam Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/foam-party) GameTruck's Foam Party uses a professional-grade foam cannon to fill a space with mountains of clean, hypoallergenic foam bubbles. Kids dance, play, and run through the foam while the GameCoach facilitates games and music. The foam is safe for skin and eyes and biodegradable. Foam parties are popular for younger children (ages 4–12) and work well for warm weather birthday parties, community events, and school celebrations. GameTruck handles all foam production, safety management, and cleanup after the event. ### [At-Home Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/parties/at-home) GameTruck's At-Home experience brings gaming consoles, screens, controllers, and a GameCoach directly inside your home when outdoor space or a full trailer is not available. This option is designed for apartments, condos, or venues without driveway access. The GameCoach sets up a complete gaming environment in your living room or indoor party space and facilitates the event just like a trailer-based party. At-Home is available in select markets and is ideal for smaller indoor gatherings. --- ## Events & Occasions ### [All Events](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events) GameTruck is available for a wide range of events and occasions beyond birthday parties. The same mobile entertainment format — deliver, set up, facilitate, clean up — applies to corporate events, fundraisers, school celebrations, community festivals, family reunions, team-building events, end-of-season parties, and private gatherings. GameTruck's certified GameCoaches adapt the experience to the group size, age range, and event objectives. ### [Birthday Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/birthday-parties) GameTruck birthday parties are the company's most popular service. A certified GameCoach arrives 15–30 minutes before the party starts, sets up the entire experience in your driveway or outdoor space, and runs the full event from opening ceremony to closing. Parents do not manage the gaming, supervise equipment, or coordinate activities — the GameCoach handles everything. After the party ends, the GameCoach packs up all equipment and leaves the space exactly as found. Birthday parties are available for all age groups. The most common age range is 7–14 years, but GameTruck regularly hosts parties for younger children (with parental supervision as needed) and teen or adult birthday parties. The GameCoach adapts game selection, difficulty, and competitive structure to match the group. Birthday parties typically run 2 hours with extension options available. Pricing starts around $500 for a standard event and varies by location, experience type, and party duration. Parents can book online in minutes by entering a ZIP code, selecting a party type, choosing a date, and confirming. ### [Corporate Events & Company Picnics](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/company-picnics) GameTruck provides mobile gaming and outdoor activity experiences for corporate events, employee appreciation days, and company picnics. The format scales from small team outings to large company-wide events. Corporate events typically combine multiple GameTruck experiences (video games plus laser tag, for example) to accommodate larger groups and mixed age ranges. The GameCoach facilitates competitive team activities that create natural bonding and friendly competition among coworkers. GameTruck is a vendor-of-choice for HR teams looking for no-setup, high-energy entertainment that works outdoors and requires no venue. ### [Fundraising Events](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/fundraising) Schools, nonprofits, churches, and community organizations use GameTruck to run fundraising events. The GameTruck experience draws large attendance, generates excitement, and creates a ticketed-activity format that works well for carnivals, family fun nights, and benefit events. GameTruck can participate in fundraising events on a revenue-share or flat-fee basis depending on the operator and event structure. Contact your local franchise for fundraising event pricing and formats. ### [Team Building](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/team-building) GameTruck's outdoor competitive experiences — laser tag, GelTag, ZTag — are particularly well-suited for corporate team-building events. Physical, competitive, and team-based activities that require coordination and communication create natural bonding opportunities. GameTruck GameCoaches structure the activities to emphasize teamwork, rotate team compositions, and facilitate debriefs on request. Team-building events are available for groups of all sizes and can be combined with video game experiences for a mixed indoor/outdoor format. ### [Festivals & Community Events](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/festivals) GameTruck participates in fairs, festivals, school carnivals, municipal events, and community gatherings as a featured entertainment attraction. Festival formats typically involve open-play gaming sessions or structured competitive brackets for walk-up participants. GameTruck's self-contained setup — trailers and equipment arrive fully equipped and require only a parking space — makes it easy to integrate into existing events without additional infrastructure requirements. Contact the nearest franchise for festival and community event pricing. ### [Family Reunions](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/family-reunions) GameTruck brings multi-generational entertainment to family reunions, with experiences that appeal to children, teens, and adults. Video game parties are popular at reunions because the deep game library includes titles for every age — young children play party games while older relatives compete in sports or racing titles. Outdoor activities like laser tag bring groups together in physical competition. GameTruck handles all facilitation so the family can focus on being together rather than running activities. ### [Private Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/private-parties) GameTruck's standard booking model is inherently private — each event is an exclusive booking for one group, not a shared venue. Private parties include all experience types and can be customized for any occasion: graduation parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, quinceañeras, milestone birthdays, farewell parties, and more. Private party bookings follow the same online booking process as birthday parties. ### [End of Season Parties](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/end-of-season) GameTruck is a popular choice for end-of-season celebrations for youth sports teams, school clubs, and academic programs. Coaches and parents book GameTruck as a team celebration after a season, tournament, or school year concludes. The self-contained experience requires no parent coordination beyond booking — GameTruck handles everything. ### [Party Planning Tips](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/party-planning-tips) GameTruck's party planning tips guide covers practical advice for parents planning kids' birthday parties, including how far in advance to book (4–6 weeks recommended for weekend slots), how to communicate the party format to guests, how to manage weather concerns for outdoor activities, what to expect on the day of the event, and how to handle common logistics like parking, timing, and guest count changes. The guide is written for parents planning their first mobile entertainment party. --- ## Booking & Pricing ### [Book a Party](https://www.gametruckparty.com/booking/begin) GameTruck parties are booked online at gametruckparty.com/booking/begin. The booking process takes approximately 5–10 minutes. Parents enter their ZIP code to confirm service availability in their area, select an experience type (video games, laser tag, GelTag, foam, etc.), choose a party date and time slot, provide event details (number of guests, location, birthday child's name and age), and confirm with a deposit. Real-time availability and pricing for the local franchise is shown during booking. A confirmation email is sent immediately. The GameCoach contacts the family before the event to confirm logistics. Parties are also bookable by phone through the local franchise. Most franchises offer evening and weekend availability. Weekend slots, particularly Saturday afternoons, fill up fastest — booking 4–6 weeks in advance is recommended. Last-minute bookings are accepted based on availability. ### [Find a Location](https://www.gametruckparty.com/locations) GameTruck operates 50+ franchise locations across 30+ U.S. states. The locations page allows parents to find their nearest franchise by state, city, or ZIP code. Each franchise serves a defined geographic territory. Franchise pages include local contact information, available experiences, pricing, and online booking access. Some larger metro areas are served by multiple franchises. If a ZIP code is outside a franchise's service territory, the booking wizard will notify the parent and provide contact options. ### [FAQ](https://www.gametruckparty.com/events/faq) GameTruck's FAQ covers ten categories of common questions: About GameTruck, Pricing & Value, Booking & Scheduling, Party Experiences, Guests & Age Groups, Venues & Space, Weather & Reliability, Party Day logistics, Safety & Staffing, and Corporate & Large Events. Key answers include: video game parties start around $500 for 2 hours with up to 20 guests; outdoor parties (laser tag, foam, water tag) can be rescheduled for severe weather; the gaming trailer requires approximately 60 feet of parking space; GameCoaches are background-checked and certified; and parties serve ages 6 through adult. --- ## GameTruck Marketplace ### [Marketplace](https://www.gametruckparty.com/marketplace) The GameTruck Marketplace is a directory of independent gaming venues, party spaces, arcade businesses, and entertainment facilities across the United States. It is designed to help parents and event planners discover local gaming and entertainment options beyond mobile party services. Businesses listed in the Marketplace include indoor gaming lounges, virtual reality arcades, board game cafes, tabletop gaming stores with event space, and other gaming-focused entertainment venues. Listings include business descriptions, location, hours, and booking or contact information. The Marketplace is separately indexed at gametruckparty.com/marketplace-sitemap.xml. --- ## Gameplex (Indoor Gaming Venues) ### [Gameplex](https://www.gametruckparty.com/gameplex) Gameplex is GameTruck's brand for permanent indoor gaming arenas operated by select GameTruck franchisees. Gameplex locations offer walk-in gaming sessions, private event reservations, birthday party packages, and open play for individuals and groups. Gameplex arenas feature gaming stations with current-generation consoles, large-format screens, comfortable seating, and social gaming environments. Not all GameTruck franchise markets have a Gameplex location — availability varies by franchise. Check the franchise location page for your area to confirm Gameplex availability. --- ## Promotional Partnerships ### [Promotional Partnerships](https://www.gametruckparty.com/promotional-partnerships) GameTruck partners with brands, marketing agencies, event producers, and organizations for branded gaming activations and experiential marketing campaigns. The GameTruck platform — self-contained, mobile, high-impact entertainment with professional facilitation — is used by corporate brands for product launches, consumer sampling events, trade shows, retail activations, and sponsorship activations at large public events. Partnership formats include branded trailers, custom game integrations, co-branded event materials, and multi-market tour deployments. Inquiries for promotional partnerships are handled through the local franchise network or via the national partnership contact on the promotional partnerships page. --- ## Franchising ### [Franchise Opportunities](https://www.gametruckparty.com/franchising-opportunities) GameTruck has operated a franchise system since 2008. The GameTruck franchise model gives owners access to a proven business system, national brand recognition, proprietary booking and operations technology, equipment packages, training programs, and ongoing franchise support. Franchisees operate mobile video game theaters, laser tag arenas, GelTag systems, and Gameplex indoor venues within an exclusive territory. GameTruck is listed among leading franchise opportunities for owners who want a mobile, event-driven business with low overhead, flexible scheduling, and high community visibility. The investment level is accessible relative to brick-and-mortar franchise concepts. Full details on franchise investment requirements, territory availability, training, and the application process are available at franchising.gametruck.com. --- ## Legal & Policies ### [Privacy Policy](https://www.gametruckparty.com/privacy-policy) GameTruck's privacy policy describes how the company collects, uses, stores, and protects customer data including booking information, contact details, payment data, and usage data from the website and booking system. GameTruck does not sell personal information to third parties. The policy covers data retention, cookies, marketing communications, and customer rights to access or delete their data. ### [Terms & Conditions](https://www.gametruckparty.com/terms-and-conditions) GameTruck's terms and conditions govern all bookings made through the website or by phone. Key terms include the deposit and cancellation policy (deposits are required to hold a booking; cancellation windows and refund eligibility vary by franchise and timing), weather rescheduling policy, liability limitations, and age and venue requirements for each experience type. ### [Guarantee](https://www.gametruckparty.com/guarantee) GameTruck offers a satisfaction guarantee on all events. If the party does not meet expectations due to a GameTruck service failure, the company will work with the customer to make it right. The guarantee reflects GameTruck's confidence in its service model and its commitment to delivering an experience that exceeds customer expectations on every booking. --- ## Sitemaps & Discoverability - [XML Sitemap](https://www.gametruckparty.com/sitemap.xml): Full index of all GameTruck pages, including all franchise location pages organized by market. Updated regularly as new franchise pages and content pages are added. - [Blog Sitemap](https://www.gametruckparty.com/blog/sitemap.xml): Index of all GameTruck blog posts covering party planning advice, gaming news, franchise stories, and event recaps. - [Marketplace Sitemap](https://www.gametruckparty.com/marketplace-sitemap.xml): Index of all Marketplace business listing pages for independent gaming venues and entertainment businesses.