Strikeman

Strikeman USA, Inc.

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About this game

The Strikeman app allows users to practice their shooting skills without the need for real ammunition. Using our laser bullet, target and smart phone mount, the app records the target and records the users shot scores based on where the laser hit the target.

The app is composed of 3 sections:

Section 1 – Training

The training section is the initial area of the app where the user can practice their shooting skills. Upon beginning a session, a warning screen is shown to ensure that proper firearm safety is taking place before beginning a session. Once the user agrees, the target appears on the screen. The user calibrates the screen to the target by using two fingers to cover the circumference of the target. Then, the distance from the target is selected and they can begin shooting. Each shot from the firearm triggers a laser, which emits a laser strike on the target, and the app records the score. Shooting metrics appear on the screen to show the user how they are doing during the session. This is accompanied by audio. Once the session is complete, all shots will be shown on the target and saved into an archive.

Section 2 – History

The history section provides screenshots, shooting metrics, and graphs for the user to track their progress. This includes average score, average range, total shots and total sessions. The information is presented on a histogram and a pie chart. This information is saved in an archive.

Section 3 – Settings

The settings section allows the user to turn on/off gun shot audio and voice feedback. Users can toggle the distance metric, selecting either feet or yards. They can also report an issue if the app isn’t working correctly. The App provides access to the initial tutorial to ensure that all safety precautions are being taken.

Ratings and reviews

Overall a good system. It is extremely sensitive to the lighting and background of the target in your room. Many unrecorded shots if you don't get it right but I think I finally found the right spot where it records them all. The best thing this system can teach you is trigger control. You can instantly see when your firing technique is off because the laser will streak across the target instead of being a steady laser flash. Very helpful in that regard!!

UPDATE: As I wrote below, I already switched settings. Same phone. Diff. distance. Fix it! Only registered about 20% of hits @ 40'??? This is supposed to go much farther than that? No way. About 50% registered @ 25' Really only "sees" the shot at 12' or less. New batteries (just got this). Decent indoor lighting. Tried brighter & dimmer lights. Phone is only about 2' away from target & everything is clear. Changed settings and it didn't matter. Seems to be a fairly common problem. Fix it.

This application may provide excellent practice in the comfort of your own home. I have a 14 yard long hallway, so I set up there. I have found the ability to draw, shoot, reholster, and repeat especially valuable. But there are very inconvenient limitations on the basic application. While you may create individual templates for different firearms, you cannot edit the name of the firearm, name of drill, or the range inside of each template.

What’s new

- Added ability to search for friends by Strikeman ID.
- 11 New Achievements.
- 7 New Badges.
- General user account improvements
- Other Updates: Various bug fixes and performance improvements.