Bring Your Avatar to Life with Desktop Selfie Expression
by Flare
Desktop Selfie Expression is a webcam-based tracking feature that allows desktop users to move and animate their avatars in real time. You will be able to move your avatar’s head, mouth, eyes, hands, and fingers without needing a VR headset. The feature is now available for Early Access with VRC+ on PC Desktop, all you need is a webcam! (No one will see your real face. Image data is processed locally on your device, only used for animation, and never saved) Settings & Configuration You can find all the following options in the “Tracking & IK” settings page in the main menu. Enable Selfie Expression: This will toggle the feature on or off. Auto-Adjust Selfie Expression Quality: When this is enabled, if your framerate is very low, the “Quality Level” setting will decrease over time. This can also increase the “Quality Level” automatically if your framerate is high Selfie Expression Quality Level: Higher levels represent better webcam resolution and framerate but may require more system r...
Release 2025.1.3 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2025.1.3 is now live! This is build 1606, network compatible. Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Release 2025.1.2 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2025.1.2 is now live! This is build 1585, network compatible. Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Release 2025.1.1 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2025.1.1 is now live! This is build 1567, network compatible. Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Eight years after arriving on Steam, VRChat just hit a new peak concurrent player count
by Jody Macgregor
Its reputation as a virtual Roblox for catgirls, memelords, and Sonic the Hedgehog cosplayers hasn't done VRChat any harm, with player numbers continuing to rise. As SteamDB reports, VRChat recently hit a record peak concurrent player count of 66,284 on Steam—though that doesn't count users accessing it via the Meta store, Google Play, or elsewhere... Read more.
Release 2024.4.2 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2024.4.2 is now live! This is build 1552, network compatible. This release includes Prints, Age Verification, Gift Drops, and more! Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Official Makeship VRRat Plush - NOW Live until December 30 2024!
by Flare
Hello all! After the overwhelming success and interest in Makeship merch since our VRCat plush, we've once again partnered with Makeship to bring you: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27574735/a6e7beaf7637636e159c8e5749b7bbea01d36b6f.png I'm VRRat, your favorite virtual vermin and a lover of cheese. I'm an easy going creature. However, if I catch you putting your filthy paws on my delicious cheese, you might find yourself befallen to my “Cheese-o-Ray” and ZAP I've got more cheese! Be sure to pick yours up before orders close on December 30, 2024! Click HERE to get yours from Makeship today! How does this Makeship Campaign Work? The VRRat Plush is available for 21 days to reach the minimum funding goal. If the goal is not reached, the toy will not be made and everyone who ordered will be refunded. If Makeship receives at least 250 orders, the toy will be made and shipped to all those who preordered! Everyone who ordered a VRRat Plush can expect theirs to ship sometime in May. Keep an eye on the Makes...
VRChat Black Friday Sale: Get 3 Months Free of VRC+
by Flare
Celebrate Black Friday with an incredible deal that will enhance your VRChat experience! For a limited time, when you subscribe to an annual VRC+ membership, you’ll get 3 additional months FREE. VRC+ unlocks premium features and exclusive perks that take your virtual reality adventures to the next level. Show off your style with custom icons, emojis, stickers, and more. How It Works: Head to the VRChat VRC+ subscription page during the Black Friday sale. Select the annual subscription option. Enjoy 15 months of VRC+ for the price of 12 months — it’s that simple! Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to upgrade your VRChat journey. Whether you’re a seasoned user or just starting your virtual adventures, VRC+ has something for everyone. Sale Dates: This offer is valid only through Cyber Monday (December 3 at 12am PST), so act fast before it’s gone! Subscribe to VRC+ now and experience more of what you love about VRChat. Have a happy holiday wherever you are!
VRChat peaks at 66k players
by SteamDB
VRChat has peaked at 66,824 concurrent players on 1 January 2025 which is 8 years after release. View charts and more statistics on our website.
Release 2024.4.1 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2024.4.1 is now live! This is build 1533, network compatible. This release includes Hand Tracking updates and more! Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Spookality 2024 is Here!
by Flare
Spookality 2024 has finally arrived! Check out the world rows for Fractured Realm and our general Spookality Showcase on VRChat! Looking for some spooky new avatars? Check out some of the jam winners and submissions in the VRChat Home World! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27574735/e41907ed6cd597a603c26018344e9bf0953e490a.png Don't miss out! This feature only lasts until November 4th 2024! Read our blog post for a list of winners and more info.
Release 2024.3.3 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2024.3.3 is now live! This is build 1518, network compatible. This release includes Stickeres and Sharing for VRChat+, Chatbox 2.0 updates, camera updates & more! Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Official Makeship Spookality Enamel Pins - Live until Oct 16 2024!
by Flare
Hello all! After the overwhelming success and interest in Makeship merch since our VRCat plush and vinyl toy, we've once again partnered with Makeship to bring you: The all-new Spookality Enamel Pins! ORDER NOW! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/27574735/3d239e3a64cfdf8b072c8b945569e94949105344.png Be sure to pick yours up before orders close on October 16, 2024! Click on the banner or image above to get yours from Makeship today! How does this Makeship Campaign Work? The VRChat Spookality Pin Set is available for 21 days to reach the minimum funding goal. If the goal is not reached, the pin set will not be made and everyone who ordered will be refunded. If Makeship receives at least 500 orders, the pins will be made and shipped to all those who preordered! Everyone who ordered a Spookality pin set can expect theirs to ship sometime in December. Keep an eye on the Makeship campaign page for more details! If you like this campaign, we might just partner with Makeship again! Did someone say VRRat...?
Release 2024.3.2 Is now LIVE!
by strasz
Release 2024.3.2 is now live! This is build 1504, network compatible. Available on all platforms! You can read the full patch notes here. Or, watch the video patch notes below:
Release 2024.3.1 Is now LIVE!
by Flare
Release 2024.3.1 is now live! This is build 1490, network compatible. Available on all platforms. Check out our video patch notes below or head over to our docs to read the full list of changes. Video Patch Notes: