Aliens vs Astronauts

Supplies:

• Cones or markers to define the play area

• Coloured bibs or wristbands (two colours: one for Aliens, one for Astronauts)

• Optional: soft foam balls or small beanbags (as 'energy orbs')

Steps:

1. Set Up: Mark out a large play area. Divide it into two equal halves – one side for the Aliens’ planet and one for the Astronauts’ base.

2. Divide the Group: Split players into two even teams – Aliens and Astronauts. Give each team a matching colour bib or band.

3. Objective: Each team aims to tag members of the opposite team and turn them into one of their own.

4. How to Play:

   • When tagged by an opponent, the player must freeze and count to five.

   • If another teammate tags them before the count is up, they are safe and can keep playing.

   • If they are not rescued in time, they switch sides and join the other team.

5. Add a Twist (Optional):

   • Place a few 'energy orbs' (beanbags) around the field. Anyone carrying an orb cannot be tagged.

   • Players must drop the orb after 10 seconds or when tagged.

6. Winning the Game: The game ends when one team has turned everyone else to their side or after a set time limit (e.g. 10 minutes). The team with the most players wins!

Other Information:

• Great for large groups.

• Encourages teamwork, running, and strategy.

• Works well indoors (in a hall) or outdoors (on the field).