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DBS Big Game Event 3 • The 2026 Finale

NightmareBefore Halloween

The final battle of the year is almost here. Choose your team, lock in your paintballs, and prepare for a full day of respawns, evolving missions, and scenario-game chaos.

  • SundayOct. 25, 2026
  • 9:00 AMGates Open
  • $25Non-Members
  • FreeDBS Members

Minimum age
Players must be 10 or older.

Maximum velocity
All markers must chrono at 300 FPS or lower.

Field paintballs only
Pre-order for the best event pricing.

Waiver required
Complete it before check-in.

Mission Intel

The story has not escaped… yet.

Event lore, mission objectives, scoring, and special roles will be released as game day approaches. Register now to secure your team, then follow the DBS Big Game community for every briefing.

01

Choose a side

Blue Team follows General Ezra Frenzel. Red Team follows General Ray Ankrum. The full faction identities will be revealed with the story.

02

Watch for briefings

New objectives and game-day details will be announced closer to the event. Do not miss the intel that could shape your strategy.

03

Prepare to reinsert

Respawn-based rounds keep players moving, create bold tactical pushes, and give both teams repeated chances to change the battle.

Pick Your Fate

Choose your team.

Registration is split by team. Pick your side first, then select self-equipped admission or the complete rental bundle.

DBS Members

Your admission is free.

Use the member registration form to reserve your team spot and arrange any paintballs you want in advance. Registering early keeps event-day check-in moving.

Member Registration

Why DBS Big Game

More players. More missions. More chances to make the play.

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Players Typical

Large teams and repeat insertions build a target-rich game with constant movement across the field.

Respawn Rounds

Take the aggressive route. Respawn mechanics let players reinsert and keep fighting for the objective.

Unique Missions

Each round introduces a new objective, tactical problem, or scoring opportunity for both teams.

Event Game Card

Registered players receive a themed team card that supports check-in and becomes a keepsake after the game.

Ways to Enter

Bring your setup or bring a new player.

Every registration starts with a team. Self-equipped players pay admission; the rental bundle adds everything a player needs to join the fight.

Self-Equipped

$25

Non-member admission

  • Full event admission
  • Choose Blue or Red Team
  • Event game card
  • Eligible for registration perks
Choose a Team

DBS Members

Free

Member admission

  • Reserve through the member form
  • Choose your team in advance
  • Add paintballs before the event
  • Faster event-day check-in
Register as a Member
DBS Big Game monthly membership and first case special

Big Game Member Special

Make this game the start of your membership.

Become a DBS Monthly Member to receive free Big Game admission and member paintball pricing. The current Big Game offer also includes your first case of paintballs.

View the membership special

Register Earlier. Earn More Chances.

Five deadlines. Four prize drawings. One final cutoff.

Once registered, you are entered in that milestone drawing and every later prize drawing for this event.

DBS Big Game registration milestones video preview

How It Works

Registration Milestones Explained

Watch this quick breakdown of how registering early enters you in the current milestone drawing and every prize drawing that follows.

Sep27Sunday
DBS Big Game Findlay hat

Registration open

Findlay Hat

Register by end of day for a chance to win a DBS Big Game Findlay hat of your choice.

Oct04Sunday
Enola Gaye smoke device

Registration open

Three-Smoke Bundle

Register by end of day for a chance to win an Enola Gaye bundle containing three smoke devices.

Oct11Sunday
HK Army Reserve paintballs box

Registration open

HK Reserve Case

Register by end of day for a chance to win one case of HK Reserve field-grade paintballs.

Oct18Sunday
HK Army Exclusive paintballs box

Registration open

HK Exclusive Case

Register by end of day for a chance to win one case of HK Exclusive paintballs.

Oct23Friday

Registration open

Final Online Cutoff

Last chance to register online and save $10 per case compared with event-day paintball pricing.

Event Paintballs

Pre-order and save $10 per case.

This is a field-paintballs-only event. Order your paintballs while registering for your team. If you need to add paintballs later, contact DBS before the event.

HK Army Reserve paintballs box

Field Grade

HK Reserve

Advance
$55
Event Day
$65
HK Army Exclusive paintballs box

Premium Option

HK Exclusive

Advance
$60
Event Day
$70

Performance Promise

If you have an issue with your event paintballs, tell a DBS host. We will work with you to swap to a different ball so you can get the best performance possible.

Sunday, October 25

Your event-day timeline.

Arrive early enough to park, check in, complete chrono, collect your game card, and be ready when the round briefing begins.

DBS Outdoor Paintball Park 9600 115th Ave SE
Snohomish, WA 98290
Open directions
  1. Gates Open

    Parking and event arrival begin.

  2. Check-In Opens

    Verify registration, waiver, team, paintballs, and rental gear.

  3. Round Details Announced

    Final briefing, objective details, scoring, and safety reminders.

  4. Round One Starts

    The nightmare begins.

  5. Awards Ceremony

    Final scores, recognition, and event closeout.

Know Before You Go

The essentials.

01

Age 10+

All players must be at least 10 years old on event day.

02

Waiver Required

Every player needs a completed DBS waiver before entering play.

Complete waiver
03

300 FPS Maximum

Every marker must pass event chrono at 300 FPS or lower.

04

Field Paintballs Only

Only paintballs purchased from DBS may be used during the event.

05

Smoke Is Conditional

Smoke devices are permitted only when explicitly approved by DBS for this event and when local fire restrictions allow. Check the latest event update before bringing or purchasing smoke.

06

Listen for Briefings

Mission rules and field conditions can change. Follow host instructions and each round briefing.

See the Scale

This is what a DBS Big Game feels like.

Storming Area 51 DBS Big Game video preview

Player Perspective

Storming Area 51

Watch the movement, scale, and energy of a previous DBS scenario game.

DBS Big Game event technology video preview

Behind the Game

Big Game Tech

See how DBS keeps improving the experience for the scenario-game community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Before game day.

Still need help? Join the DBS Big Game Facebook group for event updates or contact DoodleBug Sportz.

Join the Community
Do I need my own equipment?

No. Choose the $60 rental bundle for admission, an upgraded rental marker setup, a thermal rental mask, and 1,000 paintballs. Equipment models are based on availability.

How do DBS members register?

Members receive free admission. Use the member registration form to reserve a team spot and arrange paintballs in advance.

Can I choose Blue or Red Team?

Yes. Every self-equipped and rental registration link is team-specific. Select your team before completing checkout.

When will the story and missions be announced?

Event lore, objectives, scoring, and special roles will be released closer to game day. Follow the DBS Big Game Facebook group for each briefing.

Can I bring my own paintballs?

No. This is a field-paintballs-only event. Pre-order HK Reserve or HK Exclusive paintballs to save $10 per case compared with event-day pricing.

Are smoke devices allowed?

Only when DBS explicitly approves them for this event and local fire restrictions allow. Check the latest event update before bringing or purchasing smoke.

Do I need a waiver?

Yes. Every player must complete the DBS waiver before play. Completing it before arrival helps speed up check-in.

The Final Big Game of 2026

Choose your team before the gates open.

Sunday, October 25 • DBS Outdoor Paintball Park • Snohomish, Washington

Every player needs a waiver. Complete yours now