Try out the society's newest home-brewed game: Tag across Glasgow! Chase your friends round the city on trains and buses. Complete challenges to gain coins and use powerups to dupe your opponents.
The game will run from 10:00 – 18:00. There will then be a debrief social at a pub, with details announced closer to the time.
This game is open to anyone. No experience is required, the Jet Lag Society is welcome to all! A £1 Game Fee will be required from non Frequent Flyer Members. This is sold through the ticket that can be purchased above. Frequent Flyer Membership can be purchased from our SRC page.
This game will require a lot of walking (sometimes running), being outside for prolonged periods and can become quite stressful. While all are welcome to play, and we will try to accommodate all accessibility and capability needs, these need to be communicated clearly to us so we that we can prepare.
Event Details
Tickets
This event is open to both members and non-members of the society. You do not need to be a student of the University to join.
- If you have Frequent Flyer Membership: this game is free. You will still need to book your free ticket above
- If you are a standard Full/Associate Member or non-member: You will need to pay the £1 Game Fee. This can be purchased as part of booking your ticket above.
You must be logged into the SRC to book your place. Non-university students must create an account.
How do you play the game?
A full rules document will be provided before the game. But in brief, one team will have a head start to travel on buses and trains around Glasgow. For every minute they spend on public transport, it costs them coins in-game. To gain more coins, the team must complete challenges. However the other teams will be released and will use their tracker on the running team to track them down and tag them. It’s up to the running team to keep away from their opponents for as long as possible while juggling timetables, coin balances and powerups.
Logistics
The game will begin at 10:00 with a cutoff at 18:00. After the game there will be a debrief at a pub, with details to be announced closer to the time.
Players will be required to pay for their own transportation. For this game we recommend the Glasgow Roundabout Ticket (£7.70). Players without a Young Scot Card will also need to purchase a Bus Day Ticket. Details on this ticket will be released soon.
Players will also need to manage their own food and drink throughout the day.
Accessibility
We strive to make all our games accessible to anyone who wishes to play. Please detail your needs or concerns (no matter how small), so that we can make adjustments to your game or at least be aware of anything in case of emergency. Feel free to email us, message our instagram, or join our discord if you have any further questions or concerns.
Tag entails a lot of standing around or walking for extended periods of time. The game is out in the environment, therefore we are unable to guarantee access to seating, toilets etc. Nonetheless adjustments can be made to games to make it easier for you such as mandated game breaks or enforcing a no-running rule.
FAQ
Where do I get a ticket/sign up? Tickets can be booked at the top of this page. You must be logged in (non-students must create an account).
What is Jet Lag: The Game? Jet Lag: The Game is an online TV show that plays this style of game on a country (or even larger) scale! Think Hide & Seek across the UK, or Tag across Europe. If you've never heard of or watched the show, do not worry! The Jet Lag Society is open to everyone who wants to play our games.
Do I need to be a student of the University of Glasgow? These games are open to anybody. We particularly encourage students of other universities in the city or recent graduates to join us.
Can I bring friends? Of course! You can choose to be in the same team, or opposing. Just indicate who you would like to be in a team with when booking your ticket. Please note that large groups may have to be split over multiple teams or games.
What should I bring? We strongly recommend you bring a bottle of water and some snack. Please also pack for Scottish weather. Finally a battery pack is also recommended, although not a necessity.
Do I need to be there for the whole event? Ideally yes, but leaving early can be accommodated. If you need to, please make us aware as soon as possible, preferably at least a few days before the game, so that we can best arrange teams.
How will teams communicate? All game communication happens through our Discord. If you have not already joined, you will be contacted to do so. You will have chats to communicate with your teammates, your opponents. This will also be how you communicate with our Game Helpdesk who ensures safety/wellbeing and provides guidance/verification on the rules of the game.
How can I contact you? If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can email us at jetlag@src.gla.ac.uk message us on instagram @gujetlag, or join our Discord server here.
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