Can VR escape rooms outshine physical ones?

In this operator-led panel from the 2024 VR Summit, four seasoned FEC owners break down how VR escape rooms stack up against traditional formats—and how they’re transforming everything from group bookings to game flexibility to return-on-investment. With modular playtimes, low staffing needs, and immersive storytelling, these experiences are opening doors for broader audiences and smarter business models.

Featuring:

• Jeremy Paige – vrCAVE

• Salem Thyne – ICR (Immersive Combat Reality)

• Nazar Yousif – Diablo Escape

• Archie Wright – The Rush Funplex

Topics:

• Why VR escape rooms outperform physical ones in flexibility and ROI

• Group dynamics, replayability, and immersive storytelling

• How VR expands accessibility across age and skill levels

• Revenue strategies: full-price bookings, upsells, and quick-play add-ons

• Seamless operations and minimizing payroll overhead

Whether you're an escape room traditionalist or a VR arcade innovator, this episode will give you a clear look at how operators are scaling success with immersive puzzle-based gameplay.