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<languages/> {{Noticebox/Official}} <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> {{#description2:This page will help you get started with VRChat. You’ll be up and running in a jiffy!}} This page will help you '''get started''' with [[Special:MyLanguage/VRChat|VRChat]]. You’ll be up and running in a jiffy! </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Reading this page will easily explain: </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * What [[Special:MyLanguage/Platforms|devices]] are necessary to run VRChat * Where to install VRChat from * What to expect during your first few minutes of using VRChat * Bonus video guides to help with your first experience </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> If you are unfamiliar with any {{Community link|https://wiki.vrchat.com/wiki/Community:Terminology|Terminology}}, or subjects, feel free to click on any of the blue highlighted hyperlinks that lead to other pages of the VRChat Wiki. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == System requirements / recommendations == </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Standalone devices === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> VRChat runs on the following standalone headsets: </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * Meta Quest 2 * Meta Quest 3 * Meta Quest Pro * Vive XR Elite * Pico 4 * Pico 4 Pro </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Mobile phone === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> VRChat can be played on any Android 10+ device with at least 6GB of system RAM, and is connected to Wi-Fi or over 4G/5G cellular networks. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Any recent mid-range or higher Android device should meet these specifications. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Steam Deck === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Valve's testing indicates that VRChat is Verified on Steam Deck. It is fully functional on Steam Deck, and works great with the built-in controls and display. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * All functionality is accessible when using the default controller configuration. * VRChat shows Steam Deck controller icons. * In-game interface text is legible on Steam Deck. * VRChat's default graphics configuration performs well on Steam Deck. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === PC minimum requirements and OS === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * '''CPU:''' Intel® i5-4570k/AMD FX 8350 equivalent or greater * '''Memory:''' 8GB or more * '''GPU:''' NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970/AMD Radeon™ R9 290 equivalent * '''Disk Space:''' 21.5GB of storage (~1.5GB for application, remaining for content cache). * '''Internet Connection:''' 25Mbps+ download * '''OS:''' Windows 10, Windows 11 </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> These are the <u>absolute minimum</u> requirements to run VRChat on desktop 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 [[Special:MyLanguage/Safety|Safety Settings]] for the most optimal experience. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> One can download the [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1070910/Are_you_ready_for_Valve_Index/ Are you ready for Valve Index?] application to see if their device is compatible with running VRChat in VR mode. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Recommended PC hardware === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ''Last Updated: 15 Apr, 2024'' </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * CPU: AMD 5800X3D or 7800X3D, or 12th Generation Intel® i5 or later </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> ''Ideally, you'd want to get a 7800X3D, as AMD swapped to a new socket (AM5) with this generation.'' </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * '''Memory:''' 32GB or more * '''GPU:''' NVIDIA GeForce® RTX 3060 12GB * '''Disk Space:''' >21.5GB of storage (~1.5GB for application, remaining for content cache). * '''Internet Connection:''' 100Mbps+ download speed * '''OS:''' Windows 10,Windows 11 </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> For your CPU, the AMD X3D series of processors perform unusually well in VRChat and other games due to their very large onboard cache. As for the GPU, aiming for the graphics card with the most VRAM available is best. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == Installing VRChat == </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Installing on Meta Quest === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Either search for '''VRChat''' on the Meta store, or install from the [https://www.meta.com/experiences/1856672347794301 Meta Quest Store page]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Installing on Pico === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Either search for '''VRChat''' on the Pico store, or install from the [https://store-global.picoxr.com/global/detail/1/7288745304105664518 Pico Store page]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Installing on Steam === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> On the Steam Store page, you may either search for '''VRChat''', or click [https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100/VRChat here]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Installing on Viveport === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> On the Viveport Store page, you may either search for '''VRChat''', or click [https://www.viveport.com/apps/469fbcbb-bfde-40b5-a7d4-381249d387cd/ here]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> === Installing on Android === </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> You can search for '''VRChat''' on the Google Play Store, or [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vrchat.mobile.playstore tap this link on your mobile device]. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == Account creation == </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> When you launch VRChat, you will be presented with a log in screen. You will have options on changing languages, reading {{VRC link|https://hello.vrchat.com/legal|Terms of Service}} and {{VRC link|https://hello.vrchat.com/privacy|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 {{VRC link|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]], {{VRC link|https://feedback.vrchat.com|Feedback Forums}}, {{VRC link|https://ask.vrchat.com|Ask Forums}}, enroll in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy|Creator Economy]] Program, and edit the VRChat Wiki. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> 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 later create a VRChat account. After merging your account, choosing to log into the device account will transfer your login to the VRChat account. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == Learning how to use VRChat == </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> 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. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> 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. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> On any device, you can also open the Quick Menu, and click on the '''Here''' tab, which looks like a GPS pin. The Here tab will bring open a list of users in the same instance as you! From here, 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. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == Community resources == </div> {{Noticebox/Community}} <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Our community has created many great guides on getting started in VRChat. Here are a few videos that you can check out to learn how to use VRChat, and also some additional guides and context. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> Thank you to [https://www.youtube.com/@TheVirtualRealityShow PHIA and the Virtual Reality Show team] for creating the videos below. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm8quWg_wig <nowiki>VRCHAT BEGINNERS GUIDE [2024] - Introduction for New Players!</nowiki>] - This guide is a great primer on how to get started in VRChat. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UBmmpt5iJ8 Best Places to see in VRChat! Quest & PC feat. Thrillseeker]- Now that you’ve learned how to use VRChat, here are some places to explore. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWr4diTDqJM How to upload a VRChat Avatar - Complete Guide! PC, Quest & VRoid] - If you’re curious how to create and upload your avatar, this video is a great starting point. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DomfNq0vNCk The Best VR Setup for YOU!] - This guide for 2024 reviews the current VR hardware landscape and gives a good picture of what VRChat players use as they upgrade their equipment. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSyS4HSaFPA Derafrog's Ultimate A to Z Guide to VRChat] - Offers a comprehensive video on many parts of VRChat. </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> == Official resources == </div> <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr"> * {{VRC link|https://vrch.at/getting-started | Getting Started}} on ''help.vrchat.com'' </div> {{Start-navbox}}
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