# Virtual Scavenger Hunt Apps Roadgames Home Lets Users Explore the World from Home By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scavenger-hunt-apps References: [producthunt](https://www.producthunt.com/posts/roadgames-home) & [roadgames.lv](https://www.roadgames.lv/en/from-home) Many [scavenger hunt apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scano-games) can be downloaded as a digital companion to out-of-home activities but Roadgames Home is a virtual scavenger hunt that can be done entirely from home. The app challenges players to choose a city to virtually travel to, which includes an activity-filled map that can be explored. These games include a mix of [street view, photo and video challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-quiz-fun), as well as trivia questions that have players put their knowledge to the test. With the app, there are five different types of challenges to explore, such as [location-based challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guess-where-you-are-game) like Matchmaker and Explorer, or Detective, which requires checking clues and identifying common themes. With the virtual scavenger hunt app, players can feel as if they're traveling to a variety of countries from the comfort of home. Image Credit: Roadgames Home ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Virtual Scavenger Hunts:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative virtual scavenger hunt apps for at-home entertainment. - **Location-based Challenges:** Potential for creating location-specific challenges and activities within virtual scavenger hunt apps. - **Gamification of Home Exploration:** Incorporate gamified elements into apps that allow users to virtually explore cities and landmarks from home. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile App Development:** Developing virtual scavenger hunt apps can be a lucrative opportunity for mobile app development companies. - **Tourism and Travel:** Tourism and travel businesses can leverage virtual scavenger hunt apps to engage potential customers and promote destinations. - **Educational Technology:** Virtual scavenger hunt apps can be utilized as engaging educational tools for schools and learning institutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real-World Adventure Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scratch-earth.md) - [AI-Powered Adventure Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globe-chaser.md) - [Gamified Travel Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countryquest.md) - [Interactive Outdoor Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-chase.md) - [Travel-Inspired VR Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/othersight.md) - [Multimedia Treasure Hunts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madoks-interactive-treasure-hunt.md) - [Virtual City Explorers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-explorers.md) - [Virtual AR Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-treasure-quest.md) - [Word Search Phone Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-hunter.md)