Paintball Grenades

Paintball grenades are specialty devices made to release paint over an area when activated. They are typically used to simulate explosive effects in a safe, controlled manner under event rules. When they burst, paint spreads across a small radius and can mark players or props according to the scenario’s ruleset.

Most paintball grenades are single-use and rely on pre-scored shells, internal bladders, or similar mechanisms rather than any form of pyrotechnics. Many fields and events only allow grenades that meet specific safety standards and may prohibit devices that use heat, flame, or explosive charges. As a result, players must always check whether grenades are permitted and what specific types are approved.

Grenades are most common in woodsball and scenario play. They may be used to clear rooms, bunkers, or dense cover in objective-based missions. Rules about how hits are counted, how close grenades can be thrown to players, and where they may be used vary significantly between fields.

Because grenades can introduce complexity and safety considerations, their availability and usage are tightly controlled by local policies. This entry describes grenades as gear components only and does not encourage or endorse any device outside of established field and event rules.