Editing Scenario paintball (section)

== Relationship to other paintball formats ==

Scenario paintball overlaps with several other forms of paintball but is not synonymous with them.

'''[[Woodsball]]''' describes paintball played in natural or woodland environments. Scenario games frequently use such terrain, although woodsball can also involve conventional capture-the-flag or elimination games without a storyline.

'''[[Magazine-fed paintball]]''' describes equipment using detachable magazines. Magazine-fed markers are popular in scenario games but are not required by the format.

'''[[MilSim paintball]]''' emphasises military simulation, including equipment, communication and tactics inspired by military operations. Some scenario games incorporate these elements, while others use fantasy, science-fiction or non-military themes.

'''[[Speedball]]''' generally involves comparatively short games on compact playing fields, with defined team sizes and tournament-style scoring.

The distinguishing feature of scenario paintball is its use of organised missions and objectives within a broader game or narrative.