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'''VRChat+''' ''(often abbreviated to VRC+)'' is a subscription service that provides users with additional features and benefits to enhance their VRChat experience. Purchasing VRChat+ directly supports VRChat's development and addresses users who want to support the platform. VRChat+ was officially released on [https://medium.com/vrchat/vrchat-plus-is-now-live-c8efdf796f2d December 3rd, 2020]. | '''VRChat+''' ''(often abbreviated to VRC+)'' is a subscription service that provides users with additional features and benefits to enhance their VRChat experience. Purchasing VRChat+ directly supports VRChat's development and addresses users who want to support the platform. VRChat+ was officially released on [https://medium.com/vrchat/vrchat-plus-is-now-live-c8efdf796f2d December 3rd, 2020]. | ||
== Features == | == Features == | ||
VRChat+ offers various features that enhance the user experience: | |||
=== Increased | === Custom User Icons === | ||
Supporters can customize their nameplate with a custom icon. Take a picture in VRChat or upload an image on the VRChat website. | |||
=== Increased Avatar Slots === | |||
Supporters unlock more avatar slots and avatar lists. | Supporters unlock more avatar slots and avatar lists. | ||
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=== Gallery === | === Gallery === | ||
Supporters unlock the ability to use the Gallery, which allows them to capture and upload images in the form of Icons, Photos and Emoji. Images uploaded to the Gallery must be less than 10MB, larger than 64×64 pixels, and smaller than 2048×2048 pixels. | Supporters unlock the ability to use the Gallery, which allows them to capture and upload images in the form of Icons, Photos, and Emoji. Images uploaded to the Gallery must be less than 10MB, larger than 64×64 pixels, and smaller than 2048×2048 pixels. Custom emojis must be smaller than 1024×1024 pixels. | ||
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==== Icons ==== | ==== Icons ==== | ||
Icons are circular images that can be equipped to both Profiles and Groups. | Icons are circular images that can be equipped to both Profiles and Groups. When equipped to your profile, the icon is displayed on your nameplate, in the Here tab, at the top of the Quick Menu, and on your profile, replacing the free icon of the first 3 characters of your username. | ||
When equipped to your profile, the icon is displayed on your nameplate, in the Here tab, at the top of the Quick Menu and on your profile, replacing the free icon of the first 3 characters of your username. | |||
==== Photos ==== | ==== Photos ==== | ||
Photos are rectangular images that can be equipped to Profiles and Groups, as well as attached to notifications sent to other users. | Photos are rectangular images that can be equipped to Profiles and Groups, as well as attached to notifications sent to other users. When equipped to your profile, the photo is displayed alongside your username in Friend Locations and on your profile, replacing the thumbnail of the avatar you currently have equipped. When equipped to a group, the photo acts as the group's banner. Photos can be attached to invites, invite requests, and replies. VRChat+ users can take and attach new photos using the camera without saving them to the Gallery. | ||
When equipped to your profile, the photo is displayed alongside your username in Friend Locations and on your profile, replacing the thumbnail of the avatar you currently have equipped. | |||
When equipped to a group, the photo acts as the group's banner. | |||
Photos can be attached to invites, invite requests and replies. | |||
==== Emoji ==== | ==== Emoji ==== | ||
Custom emojis can be uploaded and used in the Gallery, providing unique expressions and reactions. | |||
=== Groups === | === Groups === | ||
Supporters unlock the ability to create and join more [https://wiki.vrchat.com/vrchat:groups groups]. | Supporters unlock the ability to create and join more [https://wiki.vrchat.com/vrchat:groups groups]. A VRChat+ subscription is not required to retain ownership of a group once it has been created. | ||
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=== UI Decorations === | === UI Decorations === | ||
Supporters | Supporters can customize UI Elements to their liking, including the UI theme colors and selecting background images for the [[vrchat:Menus/Quick Menu|Quick Menu]] and [[vrchat:Menus/Main Menu|Main Menu]]. | ||
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=== Trust Boost === | === Trust Boost === | ||
Supporters receive an increase to their [[vrchat:Trust Rank|Trust Rank]]. | Supporters receive an increase to their [[vrchat:Trust Rank|Trust Rank]]. This boost usually increases your trust rank to the next level, which is especially useful for newcomers who want to start content creation immediately. | ||
* Visitor → New User | * Visitor → New User | ||
* New User → User | * New User → User | ||
If you are User or Known rank, the trust boost is unlikely to have an effect. | If you are a User or Known rank, the trust boost is unlikely to have an effect. | ||
=== Other Features === | === Other Features === | ||
Additional features may include: | |||
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=== Tiers and Pricing === | === Tiers and Pricing === | ||
VRChat+ comes in | VRChat+ comes in two tiers: VRChat+ Monthly and VRChat+ Yearly. | ||
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=== Gifting === | === Gifting === | ||
You can also gift other users VRChat+. These gifts | You can also gift other users VRChat+. These gifts stack if the user you're gifting to already has VRChat+. | ||
=== Technical Information === | |||
VRChat+ is available on Steam and the Oculus Quest Store. | |||
==== Using VRChat+ on Different Platforms ==== | |||
Your VRChat+ benefits are linked to your VRChat account and any platform-specific account it’s merged with. You can purchase VRChat+ on Steam even if you primarily use another platform, like Oculus PC, by merging your Oculus PC account into your VRChat account. | |||
==== Custom User Icons ==== | |||
Active supporters can upload images to their account on the VRChat website and select one as an icon next to their nameplate. This can be accessed by clicking the Icons button on the sidebar in the VRChat Home interface. You can also upload pictures taken in VRChat via the User Icon interface. | |||
==== Subscription Issues ==== | |||
For issues with VRChat+ features, contact VRChat Support. Subscription payments are processed through platform partners (Steam or Oculus), so contact their support services for payment issues. Refunds for subscriptions are not permitted by the platforms, and VRChat does not offer refunds after purchase. | |||
==== Subscription Renewal and Lapse ==== | |||
When a VRChat+ subscription lapses: | |||
* Your user icon will be cleared, but uploaded icons are saved. | |||
* You will lose access to VRChat+ favorite avatar rows but retain access to the first 25 avatars. Data for additional rows is stored for future access. | |||
* Early Supporter statuses or badges and Trust gained from the VRChat+ Trust boost are retained. | |||
* Other VRChat+ features will be disabled, with data saved for future access if the subscription is restarted. | |||
==== Canceling VRChat+ Subscription ==== | |||
'''Steam:''' | |||
1. Visit the Steam Account Details page. | |||
2. Click “Manage Subscriptions.” | |||
3. Cancel or renew subscriptions as needed. | |||
For more details, see the [https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/726E-E811-168F-0D9E Steam Support article on recurring subscriptions]. | |||
'''Oculus Quest Store:''' | |||
1. In your Oculus headset, select “Your Account” in the Store left sidebar. | |||
2. Select “Subscriptions,” then “VRChat,” and finally “Cancel Subscription.” | |||
=== Trust Rank Increase === | |||
A one-time [[Trust Rank|Trust]] boost is applied when you purchase VRChat+. Trust is a measure of how much the VRChat systems trust a user, influencing the Safety System. This boost is small and has diminishing returns, with a significant effect primarily for Visitors and New Users. The highest Trust rank is Trusted, and further boosts have no effect for Trusted Users. | |||
Revision as of 23:44, 21 June 2024
VRChat+ (often abbreviated to VRC+) is a subscription service that provides users with additional features and benefits to enhance their VRChat experience. Purchasing VRChat+ directly supports VRChat's development and addresses users who want to support the platform. VRChat+ was officially released on December 3rd, 2020.
Features
VRChat+ offers various features that enhance the user experience:
Custom User Icons
Supporters can customize their nameplate with a custom icon. Take a picture in VRChat or upload an image on the VRChat website.
Increased Avatar Slots
Supporters unlock more avatar slots and avatar lists.
| Free | VRChat+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Avatar Slots | 25 | 300 |
| Avatar Lists | 1 | 6 |
Gallery
Supporters unlock the ability to use the Gallery, which allows them to capture and upload images in the form of Icons, Photos, and Emoji. Images uploaded to the Gallery must be less than 10MB, larger than 64×64 pixels, and smaller than 2048×2048 pixels. Custom emojis must be smaller than 1024×1024 pixels.
| Free | VRChat+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Icons | 0 | 64 |
| Photos | 0 | 64 |
| Emoji | 0 | 9 |
Icons
Icons are circular images that can be equipped to both Profiles and Groups. When equipped to your profile, the icon is displayed on your nameplate, in the Here tab, at the top of the Quick Menu, and on your profile, replacing the free icon of the first 3 characters of your username.
Photos
Photos are rectangular images that can be equipped to Profiles and Groups, as well as attached to notifications sent to other users. When equipped to your profile, the photo is displayed alongside your username in Friend Locations and on your profile, replacing the thumbnail of the avatar you currently have equipped. When equipped to a group, the photo acts as the group's banner. Photos can be attached to invites, invite requests, and replies. VRChat+ users can take and attach new photos using the camera without saving them to the Gallery.
Emoji
Custom emojis can be uploaded and used in the Gallery, providing unique expressions and reactions.
Groups
Supporters unlock the ability to create and join more groups. A VRChat+ subscription is not required to retain ownership of a group once it has been created.
| Free | VRChat+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Group Joins | 100 | 200 |
| Group Creation | 0 | 5 |
UI Decorations
Supporters can customize UI Elements to their liking, including the UI theme colors and selecting background images for the Quick Menu and Main Menu.
| Free | VRChat+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Backgrounds | 4 | 37 |
| UI Themes | 0 | 20 |
Trust Boost
Supporters receive an increase to their Trust Rank. This boost usually increases your trust rank to the next level, which is especially useful for newcomers who want to start content creation immediately.
- Visitor → New User
- New User → User
If you are a User or Known rank, the trust boost is unlikely to have an effect.
Other Features
Additional features may include:
| Free | VRChat+ | |
|---|---|---|
| VRChat+ Profile Badge | No | Yes |
| Early Supporter Profile Badge (Ended) | No | Yes |
| VRCat on Quick Menu | No | Yes |
| VRChat Android Mobile Early Access (Ended) | No | Yes |
Purchasing
VRChat+ can only be purchased in-client through the VRChat+ tab at the bottom right of the Main Menu.
Tiers and Pricing
VRChat+ comes in two tiers: VRChat+ Monthly and VRChat+ Yearly.
| Tier | Price in USD |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $9.99/month |
| Yearly | $99.99/yearly |
Gifting
You can also gift other users VRChat+. These gifts stack if the user you're gifting to already has VRChat+.
Technical Information
VRChat+ is available on Steam and the Oculus Quest Store.
Using VRChat+ on Different Platforms
Your VRChat+ benefits are linked to your VRChat account and any platform-specific account it’s merged with. You can purchase VRChat+ on Steam even if you primarily use another platform, like Oculus PC, by merging your Oculus PC account into your VRChat account.
Custom User Icons
Active supporters can upload images to their account on the VRChat website and select one as an icon next to their nameplate. This can be accessed by clicking the Icons button on the sidebar in the VRChat Home interface. You can also upload pictures taken in VRChat via the User Icon interface.
Subscription Issues
For issues with VRChat+ features, contact VRChat Support. Subscription payments are processed through platform partners (Steam or Oculus), so contact their support services for payment issues. Refunds for subscriptions are not permitted by the platforms, and VRChat does not offer refunds after purchase.
Subscription Renewal and Lapse
When a VRChat+ subscription lapses:
- Your user icon will be cleared, but uploaded icons are saved.
- You will lose access to VRChat+ favorite avatar rows but retain access to the first 25 avatars. Data for additional rows is stored for future access.
- Early Supporter statuses or badges and Trust gained from the VRChat+ Trust boost are retained.
- Other VRChat+ features will be disabled, with data saved for future access if the subscription is restarted.
Canceling VRChat+ Subscription
Steam: 1. Visit the Steam Account Details page. 2. Click “Manage Subscriptions.” 3. Cancel or renew subscriptions as needed.
For more details, see the Steam Support article on recurring subscriptions.
Oculus Quest Store: 1. In your Oculus headset, select “Your Account” in the Store left sidebar. 2. Select “Subscriptions,” then “VRChat,” and finally “Cancel Subscription.”
Trust Rank Increase
A one-time Trust boost is applied when you purchase VRChat+. Trust is a measure of how much the VRChat systems trust a user, influencing the Safety System. This boost is small and has diminishing returns, with a significant effect primarily for Visitors and New Users. The highest Trust rank is Trusted, and further boosts have no effect for Trusted Users.
