VRChat
GameBy VRChat Inc.
4 documents in the library are about VRChat, from writers such as Extra Credits, GameDiscoverCo and Game World Observer. Each has a summary and key insights with the page they come from.
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On Steam
Steam estimates as of 9 Oct 2026. Revenue is premium revenue on Steam only: game sales, without DLC, and without in-game spending in a free game.
- Revenue to date
- $0
- Units sold
- 5.7M
- Price
- Free
- Positive reviews
- 75%
- of 270K reviews
- Peak players
- 67K
- at the same time
- Followers
- 240K
- Average playtime
- 90 h
| Year | Share of the best year | Revenue | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $0 | 495K | |
| 2020 | $0 | 620K | |
| 2021 | $0 | 766K | |
| 2022 | $0 | 1.2M | |
| 2023 | $0 | 368K | |
| 2024 | $0 | 397K | |
| 2025 | $0 | 396K | |
| 2026 so far | $0 | 282K |
On Steam since Feb 1, 2017 · Developer VRChat Inc.Steam store page
Documents about VRChat
Scary Baboons, Sim Hits: The State of Quest Discovery in 2026
The newsletter examines the Meta Quest VR market in 2026, arguing that the platform remains vibrant but has shifted from early-stage experimentation to a mature ecosystem dominated by free-to-play (F2P) titles and social-centric experiences.
- The 2026 Meta Quest market is dominated by free-to-play (F2P) titles, which account for seven of the top ten grossing games.
- Revenue generation is primarily driven by high-volume downloads and in-app purchases, specifically focusing on cosmetic and functional items.
- Social-centric experiences and co-op world spaces like VRChat, Rec Room, and Job Simulator lead the market in total hours played.
Designing Third Spaces | Design Club
Third spaces—social environments distinct from home and work—are undergoing a fundamental transition from physical locations like pubs and coffee shops to immersive digital realms.
- Effective digital 'third spaces' require a core activity to facilitate socialization, preventing the aimlessness often found in general VR or metaverse environments.
- Social interaction in multiplayer games is significantly enhanced by proximity voice chat, emotes, and movement mechanics, which provide essential layers of presence.
- Successful social hubs like Animal Crossing or Flock Around utilize progression systems, such as cosmetic rewards, to keep players engaged while they socialize.
GDC 2024 Recap: Uplifting Startup Ecosystem through Collaborations
The GFR Fund’s participation in the 2024 Game Developers Conference (GDC) served as a strategic initiative to strengthen the gaming startup ecosystem through targeted networking and collaborative engagement.
- GFR Fund hosted a series of networking and mentorship events at GDC 2024, including a Founder Day panel featuring representatives from portfolio companies VRChat, VShojo, and Omeda Studios.
- The firm facilitated direct engagement between startups and investors through one-on-one breakout sessions and its first-ever formal Office Hour pitch session.
- GFR Fund utilized GDC 2024 to strengthen ecosystem ties, hosting a private dinner for portfolio companies Magma and Sanlo alongside a broader 'Game Changers Social' networking event.
Games Industry Layoffs: June 2024
The global games industry experienced a continued trend of workforce reductions in June 2024, with at least 632 professionals losing their jobs.
- The games industry has surpassed its 2023 total layoff count of 10,500 in just the first six months of 2024, with approximately 11,000 professionals losing their jobs year-to-date.
- June 2024 saw at least 632 industry layoffs, contributing to a sustained period of workforce reduction that remains higher than the total losses recorded for the entirety of the previous year.
- Sumo Group accounted for a significant portion of June's losses by cutting 250 employees and closing its Timbre Games studio.