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	VRChat runs on the following standalone headsets:		VRChat runs on the following standalone headsets:
			{\| class="wikitable"
	*Meta Quest 2		!Brand
	*Meta Quest 3		!Model
	*Meta Quest 3S		\|-
	*Meta Quest Pro		\|Meta
	*Vive Focus Vision		\|Quest 2; Quest 3; Quest 3S; Quest Pro
	*Vive XR Elite		\|-
	*Pico 4		\|VIVE
	*Pico 4 Pro		\|Focus Vision; XR Elite
	*Pico 4 Ultra		\|-
			\|Pico
			\|4; 4 Pro; 4 Ultra
			\|}

	===Mobile devices===		===Mobile devices===
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	*In-game interface text is legible on the Steam Deck.		*In-game interface text is legible on the Steam Deck.
	*VRChat's default graphics configuration performs well on the device.		*VRChat's default graphics configuration performs well on the device.

			===Linux===

			VRChat does not provide a native Linux client. It can be played on Linux, including the Steam Deck, through Valve's Proton compatibility layer. VRChat has stated that there are no concrete plans for a native Linux client.<ref name="devqa1may2026">[https://ask.vrchat.com/t/may-1-2026-developer-stream-q-a-summary/48386 "May 1 2026 Developer Stream Q&A Summary"] on ''[[ask.vrchat.com]]''. Posted May 5, 2026. Retrieved June 18, 2026.</ref>

	===PC===		===PC===
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	VRChat is available via [https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce-now/ GeForce NOW]<ref>Announcement at X - https://x.com/VRChat/status/1854237896707899862</ref>		VRChat is available via [https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce-now/ GeForce NOW]<ref>Announcement at X - https://x.com/VRChat/status/1854237896707899862</ref>

			==== Shadow PC ====

			VRChat uses Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC), which is provided by Epic Games. As of 2026, running VRChat on the Shadow PC cloud-gaming service has been affected by a compatibility issue with EAC's handling of virtual machines. VRChat has described this as an ongoing three-way situation between VRChat, Easy Anti-Cheat, and Shadow PC. VRChat has stated that, for security reasons, it will not disable or reduce its anti-cheat for virtual machines, and that the issue must be resolved between the other parties.<ref name="devqa1may2026" />

	==Installing VRChat ==		==Installing VRChat ==

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	[[Category:Needs ~~Images~~]]		[[Category:Needs images{{#translation:}}]]

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	Minimum requirements<ref>VRChat Help, System Requirements, https://help.vrchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500002378722-System-Requirements</ref><ref>Steam Store, VRChat, https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100/VRChat/</ref> to play are based of SteamVR minimum requirements<ref>Steam Store, SteamVR, https://store.steampowered.com/app/250820/SteamVR/</ref>.		Minimum requirements<ref>VRChat Help, System Requirements, https://help.vrchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500002378722-System-Requirements</ref><ref>Steam Store, VRChat, https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100/VRChat/</ref> to play are based of SteamVR minimum requirements<ref>Steam Store, SteamVR, https://store.steampowered.com/app/250820/SteamVR/</ref>.

	If you want to see if your PC is compatible with playing VRChat, you can ~~download and use~~ the ~~[https://store.steampowered.com/app/323910/SteamVR_Performance_Test/ SteamVR Performance Test] application~~.		If you want to see if your PC is compatible with playing VRChat, you can compare your PC specs with the minimum requirements listed below.

	* '''CPU:''' Intel® i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350 or equivalent		* '''CPU:''' Intel® i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350 or equivalent
	* '''Memory:''' 4GB		* '''Memory:''' 4GB
	* '''GPU:''' NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970 or AMD Radeon™ R9 290 or equivalent		* '''GPU:''' NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970 or AMD Radeon™ R9 290 or equivalent
	* '''Disk Space:''' 21.5GB of storage (~1.5GB for application<ref>SteamDB, VRChat, Depot https://steamdb.info/depot/438101/</ref>, ~~20GB~~ minimum cache size)		* '''Disk Space:''' 31.5GB of storage (~1.5GB for application<ref>SteamDB, VRChat, Depot https://steamdb.info/depot/438101/</ref>, 30GB minimum cache size)
	* '''Internet Connection:''' required (25Mbps+ download speed recommended)		* '''Internet Connection:''' required (25Mbps+ download speed recommended)
	* '''OS:''' Windows 10, Windows 11		* '''OS:''' Windows 10, Windows 11
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	These are the <u>absolute minimum</u> requirements to run VRChat on desktop and VR mode. Although the application will run, you may encounter performance issues. VRChat has lots of user-created content, some [[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars\|avatars]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/Worlds\|worlds]] may cause your performance to drop more than you might expect from a typical game! It is recommended adjusting your [[Special:MyLanguage/Safety\|Safety Settings]] for the most optimal experience.		These are the <u>absolute minimum</u> requirements to run VRChat on desktop and VR mode. Although the application will run, you may encounter performance issues. VRChat has lots of user-created content, some [[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars\|avatars]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/Worlds\|worlds]] may cause your performance to drop more than you might expect from a typical game! It is recommended adjusting your [[Special:MyLanguage/Safety\|Safety Settings]] for the most optimal experience.

	VRChat benefits from big caches which can be found in AMD X3D CPU Series. As for the GPU, selecting cards that have more V-RAM will give you a performant experience. However in certain cases (Including VR) it is mostly recommended that you choose a card that has generally better performance.		VRChat benefits from big caches which can be found in AMD X3D CPU Series. As for the GPU, selecting cards that have more V-RAM will give you a performant experience. However, in certain cases (Including VR) it is mostly recommended that you choose a card that has generally better performance.

	===PC (Cloud)===		===PC (Cloud)===

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	Minimum requirements<ref>VRChat Help, System Requirements, https://help.vrchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500002378722-System-Requirements</ref><ref>Steam Store, VRChat, https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100/VRChat/</ref> to play are based of SteamVR minimum requirements<ref>Steam Store, SteamVR, https://store.steampowered.com/app/250820/SteamVR/</ref>.		Minimum requirements<ref>VRChat Help, System Requirements, https://help.vrchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500002378722-System-Requirements</ref><ref>Steam Store, VRChat, https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100/VRChat/</ref> to play are based of SteamVR minimum requirements<ref>Steam Store, SteamVR, https://store.steampowered.com/app/250820/SteamVR/</ref>.

	If you want to see if your PC is compatible with playing VRChat, you can download and use the [https://store.steampowered.com/app/~~1070910~~/~~Are_you_ready_for_Valve_Index~~/ ~~Are you ready for Valve Index?~~] application.		If you want to see if your PC is compatible with playing VRChat, you can download and use the [https://store.steampowered.com/app/323910/SteamVR_Performance_Test/ SteamVR Performance Test] application.

	* '''CPU:''' Intel® i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350 or equivalent		* '''CPU:''' Intel® i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350 or equivalent

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	[[File:LoginPage.webp\|thumb\|An image of the VRChat login screen]]		[[File:LoginPage.webp\|thumb\|An image of the VRChat login screen]]
	{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY}}}}		{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY\|title=Sign-In Issues \| Account Management\|thumb=File:YTThumb_gXTe3GhWebY_SignIn.webp}}}}

	When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/Impostors\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.		When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/Impostors\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.

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	===On iOS===		===On iOS===
	You can search for '''VRChat''' on the iOS / iPadOS App Store, or [https://apple.co/~~4hxSKrK~~ tap this link on your mobile device].		You can search for '''VRChat''' on the iOS / iPadOS App Store, or [https://apps.apple.com/app/vrchat/id6448578770 tap this link on your mobile device].
	To install and play the app, you need an iPhone or iPad model running iOS 17 or later with at least 6GB of RAM.		To install and play the app, you need an iPhone or iPad model running iOS 17 or later with at least 6GB of RAM.

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	=== On PC===		=== On PC===
			It's recommended to install the [https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nmzlz57r3t7 HEVC Video Extensions] for better video playback support.

	==== Via Steam ====		==== Via Steam ====

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	===On iOS===		===On iOS===
	You can search for '''VRChat''' on the iOS / iPadOS App Store, or [https://~~apps.~~apple.~~com/us/app~~/~~vrchat/id6448578770~~ tap this link on your mobile device].		You can search for '''VRChat''' on the iOS / iPadOS App Store, or [https://apple.co/4hxSKrK tap this link on your mobile device].
			To install and play the app, you need an iPhone or iPad model running iOS 17 or later with at least 6GB of RAM.

	==Account creation==		==Account creation==

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	[[File:LoginPage.webp\|thumb\|An image of the VRChat login screen]]		[[File:LoginPage.webp\|thumb\|An image of the VRChat login screen]]
	{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY}}}}		{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY\|title=Sign-In Issues \| Account Management\|thumb=File:YTThumb_gXTe3GhWebY_SignIn.webp}}}}

	When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/Impostors\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.		When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/Impostors\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.

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	* '''OS:''' Windows 10, Windows 11		* '''OS:''' Windows 10, Windows 11

	These are the <u>absolute minimum</u> requirements to run VRChat on desktop and VR mode. Although the application will run, you may encounter performance issues. VRChat has lots of user-created content, some [[Special:MyLanguage/~~avatars~~\|avatars]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/~~worlds~~\|worlds]] may cause your performance to drop more than you might expect from a typical game! It is recommended adjusting your [[Special:MyLanguage/Safety\|Safety Settings]] for the most optimal experience.		These are the <u>absolute minimum</u> requirements to run VRChat on desktop and VR mode. Although the application will run, you may encounter performance issues. VRChat has lots of user-created content, some [[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars\|avatars]] and [[Special:MyLanguage/Worlds\|worlds]] may cause your performance to drop more than you might expect from a typical game! It is recommended adjusting your [[Special:MyLanguage/Safety\|Safety Settings]] for the most optimal experience.

	VRChat benefits from big caches which can be found in AMD X3D CPU Series. As for the GPU, selecting cards that have more V-RAM will give you a performant experience. However in certain cases (Including VR) it is mostly recommended that you choose a card that has generally better performance.		VRChat benefits from big caches which can be found in AMD X3D CPU Series. As for the GPU, selecting cards that have more V-RAM will give you a performant experience. However in certain cases (Including VR) it is mostly recommended that you choose a card that has generally better performance.
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	{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY}}}}		{{Thumb\|{{YouTube\|gXTe3GhWebY}}}}

	When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/~~impostors~~\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.		When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading [[Special:MyLanguage/Terms of Service\|Terms of Service]] and the [[Special:MyLanguage/Privacy Policy\|Privacy Policy]], and primarily signing in with a VRChat account, or create a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, depending on the device being used. To log in to a VRChat account, you must first [https://vrchat.com/home/register register] on VRChat's website. Creating a VRChat account will grant you access to the VRChat application, a web version of your VRChat profile, friend list, browse worlds, and generate [[Special:MyLanguage/Impostors\|impostors]]. You will also be able to access [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat_SDK\|VRChat's Software Development Kit]], [https://feedback.vrchat.com Feedback Forums], [https://ask.vrchat.com Ask Forums], enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy\|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki.

	Creating a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, will only grant instantaneous access to the VRChat application. It is also possible to [[Special:MyLanguage/Account Merging\|merge accounts]] if you wish to generate a device account now, and create a VRChat account later. After merging your device account to a VRChat account, choosing to log into the device account will transfer your login to the VRChat account.		Creating a device account via Steam, Meta, Google, Pico, or VIVE, will only grant instantaneous access to the VRChat application. It is also possible to [[Special:MyLanguage/Account Merging\|merge accounts]] if you wish to generate a device account now, and create a VRChat account later. After merging your device account to a VRChat account, choosing to log into the device account will transfer your login to the VRChat account.
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	==Learning how to use VRChat==		==Learning how to use VRChat==

	When you log into VRChat, you’ll start in a private Home world! Here, you can explore at your own pace to learn the [[Special:MyLanguage/~~controls~~\|controls]], adjust [[Special:MyLanguage/~~settings~~\|settings]], find your first avatar, and go to your next world! The default Home world is the [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat Home\|VRChat Home]], a welcoming place to begin your session. You can choose to go back to your private Home instance at any time by opening up the Quick Menu, and choosing the '''Go Home''' tile.		When you log into VRChat, you’ll start in a private Home world! Here, you can explore at your own pace to learn the [[Special:MyLanguage/Controls\|controls]], adjust [[Special:MyLanguage/Settings\|settings]], find your first avatar, and go to your next world! The default Home world is the [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat Home\|VRChat Home]], a welcoming place to begin your session. You can choose to go back to your private Home instance at any time by opening up the Quick Menu, and choosing the '''Go Home''' tile.

	When meeting another user in VRChat, you can open up your [[Special:MyLanguage/Quick Menu\|Quick Menu]], and learn more information about a user. To do this in VR, point the laser in your off-hand at them. A capsule will appear, and you click the trigger button to bring open a separate menu. On desktop, you can either click the '''Select User''' tile, or hold the Shift key and hover over the capsule. Use the left mouse button to open the new menu. On mobile, simply tap on the user to bring open the menu.		When meeting another user in VRChat, you can open up your [[Special:MyLanguage/Quick Menu\|Quick Menu]], and learn more information about a user. To do this in VR, point the laser in your off-hand at them. A capsule will appear, and you click the trigger button to bring open a separate menu. On desktop, you can either click the '''Select User''' tile, or hold the Shift key and hover over the capsule. Use the left mouse button to open the new menu. On mobile, simply tap on the user to bring open the menu.

	In the Quick Menu there also is a tab which shows you the list of current players in the instance: the '''Here''' tab. By clicking on one of the user names in the list you can: read their biography, request to add them as a friend, change their microphone volume, mute them, hide their avatar, [~~https~~:~~//wiki.vrchat.com/wiki~~/Avatars#Cloning clone] their avatar if available, or block them.		In the Quick Menu there also is a tab which shows you the list of current players in the instance: the '''Here''' tab. By clicking on one of the user names in the list you can: read their biography, request to add them as a friend, change their microphone volume, mute them, hide their avatar, [[Special:MyLanguage/Avatars#Cloning\|clone]] their avatar if available, or block them.

	== Change UI Language==		== Change UI Language==