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Many cruise lines have splashed out on awesome high-tech games and experiences. Laser tag is experiencing its own moment at sea, with both Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line offering it.
On select Royal Caribbean ships -- Symphony of the Seas, Independence of the Seas and Mariner of the Seas -- teams play Battle for Planet Z. It's a complimentary game of laser tag that pits teams of "aliens" against teams of "robots." Norwegian charges $9.95 for a 10-minute laser tag session or $199 for an unlimited pass for a one-week cruise on Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy. The play area is designed as an abandoned space station.
Incredible racecar and go-kart adventures are available on other cruise ships. Take, for example, the Formula 1 racecar simulators aboard some MSC Cruises ships like Fantasia, Divina, Meraviglia and Seaside. You'll hop into a single-person racecar that has a steering wheel and an array of monitors in front of you. The platform moves and jostles the vehicle as you navigate the virtual racetrack.
If you'd rather experience the wind in your hair, opt instead for the real thing: Norwegian Cruise Line's topside go-karts on Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Joy. The S-shaped track accommodates up to 10 cars, and you can speed along at your own pace or up to 30 miles per hour.
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