VRChat
- February 1, 2017
- VRChat Inc.
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamVRChat is a massively multiplayer fantasy game that allows for both single-player and multi-player experiences in a virtual reality setting. With hundreds of thousands of user-created worlds and millions of avatars, players can engage in various activities, from dogfighting in fighter jets to playing cards with robots and aliens. While VR is not required, the game offers unique features for VR headset users, such as full-body and finger tracking.
PC
Steam Deck
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Quest
Reviews
- VRChat offers a fun and engaging social experience, allowing players to meet interesting people and enjoy a variety of activities.
- The game is free to play and supports both VR and desktop modes, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- There is a strong sense of community, with friendly developers and users who are eager to help newcomers navigate the platform.
- The moderation system is criticized for being overly strict, with reports of users being banned for minor infractions or for simply having fun.
- There are technical issues, including lag and problems with avatar customization, which can detract from the overall experience.
- Some users have reported encountering inappropriate behavior from other players, leading to concerns about the safety of the environment.
- stability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the platform is still in its early stages, leading to complications and bugs in avatar creation and uploading. While some minigames are well-designed and largely bug-free, occasional frame drops and minor bugs are noted, indicating that while the experience can be enjoyable, stability issues persist. Despite these challenges, there is a strong sense of potential for improvement.
“So far, I've only tried two minigames (Discs and Wild West), and both of them were well designed, bug-free, and simply fun to play.”
“It's quite new, so the process of creating and uploading an avatar is still very complicated and buggy.”
“Can sometimes be buggy and drop frames, but not too often.”
“VRChat with HTC Vive is amazing, even being a little buggy; this has unbelievable potential.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the gameplay of this social VR platform, highlighting its engaging mechanics and expressing a desire for similar features to be integrated into future multiplayer and MMO games. The overall sentiment is positive, indicating a strong preference for its interactive elements.
“So far, I like this social VR platform the best. It has a lot of mechanics that I would like to see incorporated into future VR games, especially any that have multiplayer (especially MMOs, I can wish, right?).”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, with players highlighting the friendly and amusing community that enhances the overall experience. Whether played in VR or with traditional controls, the game offers a fun and engaging atmosphere that appeals to a wide audience.
“I would highly recommend this game to those who are searching for some VR fun, or even if you don't have a VR setup like me and just play with a keyboard and mouse or a controller. It's definitely worth checking out at the very least, and meeting the wonderfully friendly, humorous, and kind community.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of VRChat is characterized by a vibrant and supportive community, where players engage in thoughtful role-playing, storytelling, and casual interactions, all contributing to a shared imaginative experience.
“VRChat is full of friendly, helpful people, thoughtful role-players, goofballs, storytellers, casual chatters, and all of them are part of a supportive community working to build a shared dream.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many users noting that it remains impressive and engaging even in the absence of certain elements.
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively enhances the immersive experience, featuring nostalgic 50s tunes that complement the vibrant atmosphere of locations like a bowling alley and a bustling bar. The combination of music and ambient sounds contributes to a realistic and engaging environment.
“I have been in a bowling alley that felt incredibly realistic, complete with 50s music and disco lights. I also experienced a lively bar atmosphere with about 20 people and a bartender busy serving drinks.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally perceived as unpolished, which detracts from the overall experience and fails to engage players effectively.
“It feels unpolished in the graphics, and the activities don't really grab me.”
