VRChat, initially launched in 2014 for Windows and Oculus Rift, has expanded its reach to mobile devices with an iOS and Android release on 2025-10-24. This move aims to broaden its user base by addressing accessibility and hardware limitations.
Mobile Release Details
The new VRChat mobile version prioritizes performance by defaulting to hide avatars rated as "poor" or "medium" quality. It also reduces custom visual and audio effects to maintain device performance, though users can adjust settings to enable more intensive effects. This approach seeks to optimize the social platform's experience on smaller screens.
Market Implications
The introduction of VRChat to mobile devices signals an important shift towards more accessible virtual social spaces. With mobile devices surpassing the need for high-end VR headsets, more users can now participate in VRChat's community without significant hardware investments. This expansion may provide a competitive edge in the increasingly crowded VR social platform market.
