Quasar Elite

What Quasar Elite does

Quasar Elite is a UK-based manufacturer and licensor of laser tag entertainment systems, headquartered in Harlow with in-house component production at a UK manufacturing site. The company's portfolio centres on two product lines: Quasar Elite, a 6th-generation arena system supporting up to 60 players with class 1 laser phasers, voice-synthesized body armour, loading docks (energizers), headquarters (bases), networked scoreboards, and centralized scoring software; and Quasar Softplay, a compact 10/20 phaser mobile unit targeting softplay and inflatable venues.

The company monetizes through a multi-stream revenue model: one-time equipment sales of turnkey systems, ongoing franchise and licensing fees for the Quasar brand and operating methodology, recurring maintenance and support services (24-hour UK parts turnaround plus remote support and first-year warranty), and bundled installation and staff training. Quasar Elite operates a franchise/licensing go-to-market with named operators including Butlins, AMF Bowling (a Hollywood Bowl Group subsidiary), LeisurePlex, Bowl+Quasar, and Jungle Land in the UK, plus licensed venues across at least nine European countries (Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Russia, Spain), giving a global footprint of 40+ branded locations.

Customer segments are entertainment venue operators (primary) and softplay/inflatable operators (secondary). The business is privately held with no disclosed revenue, funding history, or management team details; firmographic data lists 6 employees and pricing is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Quasar Elite

Legal name

Quasar Elite

Website

https://quasarelite.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Quasar Elite is a UK-based manufacturer and franchisor of laser tag entertainment systems, selling turnkey Quasar Elite arena and Quasar Softplay mobile equipment to entertainment venue and softplay operators via a franchise/licensing model spanning 40+ sites across the UK and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laser Tag Entertainment Equipment

NAICS

Amusement Parks and Arcades (7131)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Mini Golf & Attractions Centers (Mini Golf, Go-Karts, Laser Tag Complexes) (THAJAEAK)

Keywords

• Laser tag equipment
• Entertainment venue systems
• Laser tag franchise
• Arena equipment manufacturing
• Amusement technology supplier

Headquarters

HQ city

UK

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Laser Tag Equipment Sales: Sale of complete Quasar Elite laser tag systems including phasers (up to 60 units), arena equipment (energizers, bases, scoreboards), computer/printer/software package, and charging systems. Equipment is sold to franchise/license operators who establish laser tag venues.
2. Franchise and Licensing Fees: Ongoing licensing of the Quasar brand name, intellectual property rights, and operational methodology to franchise operators. Franchisees benefit from brand recognition, operational procedures, and ongoing support.
3. Maintenance and Support Services: 24-hour turnaround replacement parts and repairs service for UK customers, remote support, and comprehensive repair services. First year parts and labour included free under warranty.
4. Installation and Training: Full installation and commissioning of equipment plus staff training included in equipment cost. Training at manufacturing site available free of charge when needed.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Quasar Elite designs, manufactures, and supplies complete turnkey laser tag entertainment systems under its Quasar Elite and Quasar Softplay product lines, including proprietary phasers, LED body armor, networked arena equipment, and proprietary software. The company sells these systems to entertainment venue operators worldwide through a franchise/licensing model and direct sales, bundling installation, staff training, and 24-hour UK maintenance support. Average site earnings are stated at over £10,000 per week with investment return within 9 months.

Product overview

Quasar Elite offers a portfolio of laser tag entertainment products consisting of two main systems: Quasar Elite (6th generation) for dedicated arena venues supporting up to 60 players with full phasers, body armour, and arena equipment; and Quasar Softplay for softplay and mobile markets with 10/20 phaser units in a portable configuration. Supporting services include Site Installation & Training (included with equipment purchase) and Quasar Maintenance (with 24-hour UK turnaround and first-year warranty). The systems integrate proprietary software running on dedicated computer hardware to manage scoring, player state, and game operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Quasar Elite: 6th generation laser tag system for up to 60 players, featuring sleek modern design, class 1 laser, integrated voice synthesizer, LED chest pack display with trembler, and robust jacket design.
• Quasar Softplay
• Arena Equipment
• Quasar Maintenance

Products and services

• Quasar Elite Laser Tag System 6th generation turnkey laser tag system for entertainment venue operators, supporting up to 60 players. Includes proprietary phasers with class 1 lasers and integrated voice synthesizer, LED body armor/chest packs with trembler feedback, loading docks (Energizers), headquarters (Bases), networked scoreboard, computer with printer, charging system, and proprietary software. Sold with installation, training, and first-year warranty.
• Quasar Softplay Laser Tag System Compact laser tag system designed for the softplay and inflatable markets, consisting of a 10/20 phaser unit in a mobile case with laptop, printer, charging system, and site administration software. Designed for plug-and-go operation, easy storage, and quick deployment in space-constrained venues.
• Arena Equipment Package Standard arena equipment suite for the Quasar Elite system, including two loading docks (Energizers), two headquarters (Bases), networked scoreboard with team colors and time display, network wiring, computer with printer and keyboard, charging system, and score paper (5000 sheets).
• Site Installation and Training Full installation and commissioning of the laser tag system including network wiring, equipment setup, and system testing, plus comprehensive staff training covering game setup, briefing procedures, software operation, and gun testing. Included with equipment purchase; additional training can be delivered at the UK manufacturing site.
• Quasar Maintenance Service 24-hour UK turnaround maintenance service for replacement parts and repairs, with remote support available globally. First-year parts and labour included under warranty; ongoing service includes comprehensive spares kit and access to plug-on/plug-off components manufactured in-house.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average weekly earnings per site exceed £10,000
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

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No

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Feature6 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hollywood Bowl Group: UK-listed ten-pin bowling operator (parent of AMF Bowling, a Quasar Elite franchisee). Comparable as a customer/operator of family entertainment attractions including laser tag, representing the demand side of Quasar's value chain rather than a direct equipment competitor.
• Dave & Buster's: Major US operator of family entertainment centers combining arcade games, sports simulation, and attractions including laser tag. Comparable as a large-scale venue operator that purchases entertainment attraction equipment, but operates at significantly larger scale and across a broader entertainment portfolio.

Direct peers

• Zone Laser Tag: Australia-based laser tag system manufacturer and venue operator with international franchising. Comparable to Quasar Elite in producing proprietary laser tag hardware and operating/licensing under its own brand across multiple countries.
• LaserMaxx: Manufacturer of laser tag systems and arenas for family entertainment centers, with global distribution. Directly comparable to Quasar Elite in hardware (phasers, vests, scoring systems) and business model (selling turnkey systems to venue operators and franchisees).
• Battlefield Live: UK-based competitor offering mobile and fixed-site laser tag equipment for entertainment operators. Closely comparable to Quasar Elite in geography (UK-headquartered), product (laser tag phasers and arenas), and target customer (entertainment venue operators).
• Delta-3 Entertainment: Laser tag and tactical entertainment equipment provider with proprietary hardware systems. Comparable to Quasar Elite as a manufacturer of phasers, vests, and arena infrastructure for commercial entertainment venues.
• Laser Tag Inc. US-based manufacturer and supplier of commercial laser tag equipment and arena systems for entertainment venues. Direct peer to Quasar Elite in product offering (phasers, vests, arena gear) and target customer (venue operators and franchisees), though primarily serving the North American market.

Emerging players

• iCombat: US-based provider of tactical laser tag equipment with emphasis on mobile/portable systems and modern electronics. Partial overlap with Quasar Elite's hardware offering, but with a more tactical/military-simulation positioning rather than family entertainment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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