- Release 2026.3.3 is now Live! - 2 October 2026
Release 2026.3.3 is now Live! Introducing Desktop HUD, a keyboard refresh, Unity 6 (DO NOT UPGRADE YOUR SDK YET!), and the addition of a News module so you can all watch the patch notes in VRChat :3 & more!Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch the patch notes below:
- World Spotlight: Just Can't Stop Uploading - 30 September 2026
some musicians are one-hit wonders, and some craft album after album of amazing work. in this collection of VRChat worlds, we're bringing you an oversized mixtape from creators that have released multiple successful worlds. grab some friends and dive into this world-hop playlist!Above: Daybreak ⁄ 黎明 by _HarimThis week you can find these worlds in VRChat too: open the Worlds menu and look for the “Can't Stop Uploading” row.See the whole set on the web, with an Open in VRChat button on every world: vrch.at/sp-cant-stop-uploading-steamA few of our picksWaiting ⁄ 待ちone of Harim's best: a train station scene in a flooded plain, a single cherry blossom tree over the infinite reflection. ok, yes, it's gorgeous, but what's with all these flooded train stops? by _Harim · World pageCyberLove ｜ A7 サイバーラブahh, a classic! artsy's built a super detailed, cyberpunk world for you with a laundromat, a ba…
- Cosmic Princess Kaguya! in VRChat - 24 September 2026
A special bundle packed with all the Cosmic Princess Kaguya! collaboration items. Available now until Oct 25. Put on these adorable items and experience the world of Cosmic Princess Kaguya! in VRChat! ©Colorido Twinengine Partners
- Hatsune Miku Yozora Program - 4 September 2026
The official VRChat world for Hatsune Miku Yozora Program, an event by Gugenka, is live now. Meet Miku in the official night-sky world. Free to join — no VR headset needed. ▼ Join vrch.at/mikuyozora-sten Art by リン☆ユウ © Crypton Future Media, INC. www.piapro.net
- Release 2026.3.2 is now Live! - 1 September 2026
Release 2026.3.2 is now Live! This brings a chuckable Camera, and Radial Menus that match your UI theme! Finally.Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch the patch notes below:
- Party with us for Moonchaser and Earn In-Game Rewards! - 20 August 2026
Join us for our (second-ever?) official DJ event, hosted by VRChat! (Shoutout to Summer Festival Jam).Here's how it works:You and your friends come to ANY Moonchaser world instance OR watch the Twitch stream for cool rewards. You in? We thought so. View our site here for more info: vrch.at/moon_st DJ TimesClyde Machine & Softly Steph: Friday, August 28, 2026 6:00PM PDT 3Marco : Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM PDT Sera Akai : Friday, August 28, 2026 8:00 PM PDT Naku & Sir Rose : Friday, August 28, 2026 9:00 PM PDT Yoru019 : Friday, August 28, 2026 10:00 PM PDT We get stuff for partying?YES! Here's how it works: Twitch Drops: Watch any of the performances / sets from the official VRChat twitch account for 30 minutes a Moonchaser Penlight Item. In-World: Join any instance of the Moonchaser world and see the DJ performance broadcast across all instances! Upon joining the world, you will aut…
- Release 2026.3.1 is now Live! - 12 August 2026
Release 2026.3.1 is now Live! This brings the Bio & Nameplate update, Profile Decorations, and bug fixes live! Read the full patch notes here. Don't forget to claim your free Profile Decorations! :3Or, watch the patch notes below:
- Shop Update: Tanabata 2026 Bundle Available until Sept 4! - 3 July 2026
Enjoy the Hoshimatsuri bundle for Tanabata 2026, now available until Sept 4! Watch the video here: Also, VRC+ users, check the Shop for this month's drop! Now available until July 30!
- Update: Age Assurance, Content Gating, and Safety Improvements in VRChat - 24 June 2026
This post is a copy of our blog post, available on our website here. You can also view the video version of this post on YouTube: As always, we've been getting a lot of questions about Age Verification and Content Gating, and the answers floating around right now are all over the place. The last time we gave you an update was back in December 2025, where we pointed to the first half of 2026 for these changes. Building them properly has taken longer than that sentence made it sound, so let's get you up to date on where things actually stand. First off, this is a status update, not a list of promises. We're not giving release dates, because, honestly? We don't have them to give. This stuff has to be built and tested properly before it goes live, and any date we committed to today could be wrong by next month. What we can do is tell you what we're building, why we're building it, and rough…
- Release 2026.2.3 is now Live! - 22 June 2026
Release 2026.2.3 is now Live! This brings the free release of Desktop Third-Person view, changes to Companions, and more! Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Shop Update: Beat the Heat! Available until Aug 7! - 5 June 2026
Beat the Heat this summer (Northern Hemisphere moment)! Check out our Shop update, available now until Aug 7! Watch the video here: Also, VRC+ users, check your Inventory for this month's VRC+ Drop, available until July 1!You might need these...
- Earn Rewards while Gifting VRC+ for Pride 2026! - 2 June 2026
Earn in-game rewards for gifting VRC+ this year for Pride! That's right, we're bringing back the Pride Campaign this year! VRChat is donating $100,000 in support of Trans Lifeline this June. To make Pride month feel even bigger across VRChat, we've got rewards lined up all month long. Everyone can claim a free Pride Sticker Pack. When you gift VRC+, you can unlock special rewards: 1 month of VRC+ unlocks the Rainbow Stardust Warp Effect! 2 months of VRC+ unlocks the Neon Star Portal! 5 months of VRC+ unlocks the Christopher Cloud Companion! And at the end of the month, anyone who gifted VRC+ during Pride will unlock the Pride Button Accessory! Players who claim every reward will also earn the exclusive Pride 2026 Badge to showcase on their profile. To celebrate the community's biggest gifters, a leaderboard in your menu will track top gifters throughout the event. The top 3 gifters, alo…
- Joining VRChat for the First Time? Welcome! - 1 June 2026
Welcome to VRChat! You’re about to take your first step toward finding new friends and exploring millions of worlds and avatars.Want to get started? Check out our landing page! Make an account here! Download VRChat! VRChat is available on Meta Quest, PC via Steam, iOS, Android, Viveport, and Pico. You don't need a VR headset to play; a modern Windows computer works just fine, and many users opt for a mouse, keyboard, or gamepad.Want to Create Your Own Worlds or Avatars?In VRChat, all the content is made by the users. Want to get started making stuff? We suggest checking out our Creator Documentation! Common Questions Is VRChat actually free? Yes! There's a VRC+ subscription that adds extra favorite slots for avatars and worlds, profile customization, and other perks, but it's not required! Do I need a powerful PC? No! While having a more powerful PC helps, it isn’t necessary. VRChat has…
- Release 2026.2.2 is now Live! - 28 May 2026
Release 2026.2.2 is now Live! Introducing Group Instances Announcements and re-introducing the VRC+ Leaderboard. Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Release 2026.2.1 & Avatar Accessories are now Live! - 28 April 2026
Release 2026.2.1 is now Live! Introducing Avatar Accessories, Performance Gating, and more! Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Release 2026.1.3 & "Skip Leg Day" are now Live! - 1 April 2026
Release 2026.1.3 is now Live! Introducing new Loading Screens, Impostor updates, and... what's this for April Fool's Day? "Skip Leg Day" under Tools? What's that...? (More to come tomorrow!) Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Release 2026.1.2 is now Live! - 24 February 2026
Release 2026.1.2 is now Live! Try out Discord Friends, easier Event Linking, and (soon) Repeating Events! Read the full patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Release 2026.1.1 is now Live! - 27 January 2026
Release 2026.1.1 is now Live! This Release brings double the world favorites for VRC+ Subscribers, new Group Auto Invites, and the Live Now tab for everyone. Read the patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- Steam Audio & Release 2025.4.2 is now Live! - 3 December 2025
Release 2025.4.2 is now Live! This Release brings Steam Audio (FINALLY), Groups & Events Sharing, Mutual Friends, and more. Read the patch notes here.Or, watch them below:
- VRChat Black Friday Sale: New Subscribers Can Get 3 Months Free of VRC+ - 25 November 2025
Celebrate Black Friday with an incredible deal that will enhance your VRChat experience! For a limited time, when new subscribers purchase 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 2 at 12am PT), so act fast before it’s gone!Subscribe to VRC+ now an…
