The Nightfox Arctic that Rummbolt reviews in this video is a thermal imaging device designed for airsoft players who want to spot their friends—or enemies—based on heat rather than lucky guesses. It comes in a sturdy box with a manual that is actually readable, which is a nice change of pace for tech gadgets. He says the device is surprisingly light for its size, so you won't feel like you’re wearing a brick on your forehead during a long day of running around the woods. It also uses a standard rechargeable battery, which is handy if you happen to have a spare one lying around from your other gadgets.

Using the device is fairly straightforward, though it requires a bit of a learning curve to remember which button does what in the heat of a skirmish. The screen is small but clear enough to show whether that warm blob in the distance is a person or just a very enthusiastic rock that’s been sitting in the sun. It features several color modes, including one that makes you look like a red fire truck against a black background. However, the sensor is quite sensitive, occasionally getting confused and highlighting cold trees with the same enthusiasm it shows for human beings.

In actual gameplay, the Arctic is more of a specialized tool than a magic win button. During a sunny afternoon with people running everywhere, the thermal advantage is a bit limited because the sun heats up everything, making the whole world look like a warm soup. It seems to find its true calling in slower, tactical games during the early morning or late evening when temperature differences are more obvious. While it might not turn you into an elite scout overnight, it certainly adds a bit of high-tech flair to your gear setup.