For a lot of people, the word avatar is a new concept. An avatar is an icon representing a person or character that’s typically used in games and other virtual spaces to represent the user. In VRChat, avatars are incredibly important as they allow you to interact with other users in a social setting.
When starting out on VRChat, where you go and how you look is up to you. However, avatars are the primary way for users to express themselves in VRChat so it’s essential that you have one. Anything goes in terms of what your avatar looks like but there are some things to note when creating one.
Importing 3D Stuff into the VRChat Platform
VRChat is a platform that allows users to create their own content for use in the virtual world. This can range from models and textures, all the way up to full worlds with custom scripts. In terms of avatars though, importing your own 3D model or using one you’ve downloaded from elsewhere is as easy as dragging and dropping it into the VRChat window.
Before you start importing though, it’s a good idea to check the file sizes of your model. The maximum file size for an avatar is 2048 x 2048 so if your model is any larger than that, you may need to re-export it at a smaller resolution or with fewer polygons. To do this with Blender, all you need to do is go to the “File” menu in the top left-hand corner of Blender and select “Export.” From there it’s just a case of choosing your avatar size.
How to Upload Custom Avatar Vrchat
1 . Before you can upload your avatar to VRChat, you’ll need a developer account. This is completely free and only takes a few minutes. If you already have an account from when the SDK was released, or if you’ve been using VRChat for a while, then chances are that your account isn’t a developer account. One way to check is to log in on the website. If you’re able to do that then that means your account is fine. If not, or if you want to create a developer account for the first time, just go to VRChat’s sign up page.
2 . Once you’ve created an account with VRChat, it’s time to upload your custom avatar. To do this, all you’ll need is to be signed in on the website and have your VRChat account linked with it. From here just go to the “My Content” tab in the top right-hand corner of the webpage, click on “Upload Avatar,” then follow the simple interface that will pop up for selecting your model and uploading it.
3 . After your upload is finished, you’re all done! Your avatar should now be available in the VRChat platform and ready for use. This means that you can now go ahead and interact with other users as your awesome new character.
Designing Your Own Avatar for the Online World
While you can use any model that you want, VRChat is also a great platform for people looking to find their own models. There are plenty of free tools available for 3D modelling and many tutorials on the web offering guidance on how to get started using them. Two of the best tools out there right now are Blender and Maya , both of which have a really friendly learning curve and offer a lot of flexibility in what you’re able to create.
Once you’ve got your model ready, the next step is to upload it to VRChat.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to add a little more personality and uniqueness to your VRChat experience, importing your own custom avatar is easily done. With so many tools and tutorials available at the moment, there’s never been an easier time to get into creating 3D models and avatars for use in an online social setting.
VRChat is a virtual reality app that allows users to interact and communicate with others through an avatar. To make your own custom avatar, all you need to do is upload a 3D model of it then save it as an Avatar Profile.
If you don’t have any 3D models or only want to use those from the library, there are thousands of avatars that you can choose from. You can search for any username in VRChat to go directly to their Avatar Profile.
