Red Herring Virtual Escape Games vs. Other Providers: What Makes Us Different?

When it comes to virtual escape games, there’s no shortage of options out there. So what makes Red Herring virtual escape games stand out from the crowd?

We’re glad you asked! Here’s what makes us the go-to for corporate team building, charity fundraisers, and fun-seekers everywhere.

1. No Downloads, No Hassle – Just Pay and Play!

Let’s be honest: nobody wants to wrestle with downloads, firewalls, or clunky software – especially when you’re trying to get a team of colleagues or friends together.

Our virtual escape games run entirely in your web browser (HTML-based), so you can play on a phone, tablet, or PC with zero tech headaches. No IT tickets, no “it won’t work on my computer,” and no awkward waiting around for everyone to install something new.

2. Accessible for Everyone; Solo, Teams, and Big Groups

Whether you’re playing solo, playing with a friend, or wrangling a whole remote or large office, we’ve got a format for you. Our games are designed for:

• Solo or single teams (with built-in hints for smooth progress)
• Multi-team competition (host packs for friendly rivalry and team-building)
• Fully hosted sessions (let our pro facilitators do the heavy lifting!)
• No matter the group size, you can play Red Herring Virtual Escape Games together from anywhere in the world—just add your favourite chat platform like Zoom or Teams.

3. Original, Logic-Based Puzzles – No Trivia, No Barriers

All of Red Herring virtual escape games are original concepts, not adaptations of our murder mysteries. Each puzzle is a self-contained logic challenge, so you’ll never get stuck because you don’t know obscure trivia.

Everything you need is right there on the screen, making our games accessible for all ages and backgrounds.

4. Corporate-Ready and IT-Friendly

We know the pain of trying to run online events in a business setting. That’s why Red Herring virtual escape games are designed to breeze through corporate firewalls and work on any device.

They have no moving parts, you don’t need to download anything (no apps or software), and there are no compatibility issues.  If your device can access the internet – then you can play our games.  Just click the link and start.

Plus, our team packs and host options make it easy to run competitions or large-scale events.

5. Flexible Customisation for Your Brand or Event

Want to make your event extra special? We can add your logo, brand colours, or even a custom video message to the opening and closing screens. Need something truly bespoke? We can create a fully custom escape game to fit your theme or campaign. (Just give us a few weeks’ notice!)

6. Budget-Friendly, Replayable*, and Packed with Value

Our pricing is competitive (often cheaper than other providers), and our solo/team games start at just £6.

Hints are always available in solo play, and facilitator packs make running your own event a breeze. Plus, once you buy a game, you can replay it as many times as you like (* the answers remain the same, but you can play it with a different group of friends or colleagues to give them a challenge.)

The fact you can access our games repeatedly is a big win for corporate team supervisors that want regular smaller team challenges for different teams in the group. You aren’t forced to get everyone onto the same event; instead, you can run the event several times.

Just make sure you purchase the right size pack, as this ensures enough active links for all playing each time. Need to upgrade for a bigger group? Just reach out – we can size you up rather than have you pay in full again.

7. Charity & Social Impact: Free Games for Fundraisers

We’re passionate about giving back. That’s why charities can access 50 escape games free of charge through our Raise £3 Million Project booster  – perfect for raffles, rewards, or fundraising events. Find out more here.

As a corporate group – every purchase of Red Herring Virtual Escape Games helps fund our booster packs for charities, keeping them free for charities to access.  So you can meet CSR targets while having fun with your own team.

If you have a particular charity you’d like to sponsor, you can pay it forwards by purchasing a fundraising pack specifically for them.

8. Why Do Teams and Groups Love Red Herring Virtual Escape Games?

Our customers tell us they love the simplicity, the challenge, and the way our games bring people together; whether they’re in the same room or on opposite sides of the world.

Many corporate groups come back every quarter for new puzzles and friendly competition. And because we release 4–6 new games a year, there’s always something fresh to try.

In a nutshell:

Red Herring virtual escape games are easy to run, easy to play, and easy on your budget.  Making them the perfect choice for corporate, charity, or just a rainy weekend at home.

Want to see for yourself?  Check out our FREE GAME here.

Contact us to book your next virtual escape adventure, or check out our latest games online!