Can you use Darts, Archery and Velcro Toys in an Axe Throwing Venue?

Axe throwing has built a strong reputation as a competitive, social activity. But as guest expectations evolve, many venue owners are asking a new question:

Do we have to limit ourselves to axes?

The short answer is no.

And more importantly, the venues that move beyond a single activity are the ones seeing stronger engagement, broader audiences, and more consistent bookings.

One of the biggest challenges for operators is maximizing the value of each lane. Traditionally, a lane serves a single purpose. But with modern projection-based systems, that same space can now support multiple types of gameplay.

This means a single lane can transition between:

• Axe throwing for traditional players

• Darts-style gameplay for casual fun

• Archery for advanced users

• Velcro toys and soft projectiles for families and younger guests

Instead of building new attractions, you’re unlocking more value from what you already have.🎯

Why Darts Are a Natural Fit?

Darts are one of the most recognizable and accessible games in the world. Bringing that format into an axe throwing venue creates an instant point of familiarity for guests who may feel intimidated by axes.

With the latest Champ Throw update, venues can now offer two distinct dart-style experiences:

Darts Classic

A traditional 301-style game where players start at 301 and work their way down to zero. It rewards precision and strategy, but requires players to avoid “busting” their round by overshooting.

Darts Arcade

A simplified, more approachable version designed for casual play. Players start at 400, aim at larger target zones, and play without bust rules, making it easy for anyone to jump in and enjoy.

This dual-mode approach allows you to serve both competitive players and first-timers without changing your setup

Addressing a common concern:

“Will this confuse guests?”

It’s a fair concern. Adding more options can sometimes complicate the experience. In practice, the opposite tends to happen.

When guests are given clear choices: something familiar like darts, something classic like axe throwing, or something light and playful like Velcro games - they feel more comfortable engaging. The key is not complexity, but flexibility with clarity.

Instead of forcing every guest into one format, you allow them to choose what fits their group.

Another common challenge for operators is appealing to a Wider Demographic.

Axe throwing alone can feel too intense for families or too technical for beginners.

By adding digital targets with multiple throwable options, you naturally expand your audience. Families can enjoy Velcro-based games in a safe environment. Casual groups can gravitate toward arcade-style darts. Experienced players can still focus on axes, archery or even knives.

This layered approach turns your venue into a space where different types of guests can enjoy the same environment in different ways.

Increasing Engagement Without Changing Pricing Strategy.

There’s often hesitation around adding new experiences because it raises pricing questions. But the real advantage of multi-throwable gameplay is not about charging more. It’s about giving guests more reasons to stay longer, come back, and bring others.

When a group can switch between axes, darts, and arcade-style games in one session, the experience feels richer and more dynamic.

That naturally leads to:

• Longer sessions

• Higher satisfaction with stronger word-of-mouth

• Repeat visits

All without needing to fundamentally change your pricing model.

Entertainment trends are shifting toward experiences that blend physical activity with digital interaction. Guests expect variety, interactivity, and the ability to customize their experience. By combining multiple game types into one system, you position your venue as more adaptable and more inclusive.

The question is no longer whether darts, knives, or Velcro toys belong in an axe throwing venue.

The question is: How many different experiences can you offer within the same space?

With Champ Throw Interactive Targets alongside support for multiple throwables, venues now have the flexibility to meet guests where they are whether they’re competitive, casual, or completely new to the experience. And in a competitive market, that flexibility makes all the difference.

You’re no longer just an Axe throwing venue. You’re a multi-experience attraction.