VRChat AlternativesTop Social Networks & Simulation Games like VRChat

VRChat is described as 'Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat' and is a simulation games in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to VRChat for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, iPhone, Linux and Web-based apps. The best VRChat alternative is Garry's Mod. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Overte or ChilloutVR. Other VRChat like games are WorkAdventure, Second Life, Resonite and OpenSimulator.

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  1. Garry's Mod icon
     86 likes

    Garry's Mod is a Sandbox Game based around the idea of building. Unlike most other games there aren't any objectives - you can't lose and you definitely can't win. Doesn't work on MacOS 11.15 or higher.

    30 Garry's Mod alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Steam
    • SteamOS
     
  2. Overte icon
     12 likes

    Overte is an open-source 3D client and server solution that allows for vast social & educational environments to be created and lived in while also being shared in real-time with others.

    11 Overte alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
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    Overte vs VRChat Comments
    MotoFckr9k
    Positive
    0

    free, open-source, decentralized, and cross-platform

    ksuprynowicz
    Positive
    1

    It's open source, you can host worlds on your home PC and build them together with friends in game. It also has VR and full-body tracking support.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Unlike VRChat, Overte is free from the constraints of a for-profit company. There is no censorship and modifications are not only possible but you can improve the code directly or create an application using the JavaScript API.

    3 of 4 comments
    • Overte is Free and Open SourceVRChat is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Overte is a Simulation Games VRChat is a Social Network
  3. ChilloutVR icon
     4 likes

    The main goal is to provide a secure and performant base game for creators and players around the world.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    • SteamVR
     
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    ChilloutVR vs VRChat Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    ChilloutVR is a lot like VRChat but the CVR developers embrace and support modding rather than banning it.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Very unity like vrchat its easy to switch and still have much of the things

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    ChilloutVR does not have EAC

    3 of 4 comments
    • ChilloutVR is Freemium and ProprietaryVRChat is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • ChilloutVR is a Simulation Games VRChat is a Social Network
  4. WorkAdventure icon
     10 likes

    Retro computing 2D virtual environment where folks can work around, meet - establish (video) conversations just like on a real congress.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Online
     
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    WorkAdventure vs VRChat Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    I am looking for VR and 3D. Not Pixels.

    • WorkAdventure is Free and Open SourceVRChat is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Second Life icon
     39 likes

    Explore a vast 3D world where avatars interact in user-generated spaces. Customize avatars, monetize creations, join diverse communities, and utilize a virtual economy with Tilia. Engage in social, educational, or corporate experiences in this original metaverse.

    33 Second Life alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Second Life vs VRChat Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    4

    It's not a VR title. The primary function of VRChat is that it is a VR social game. So, whilst VRC does have a "desktop mode". and SL is similar, if not more advanced, in nature to VRC, fundamentally, those seeking out an alternative to VRChat are likely looking for a VR alternative, of which Second Life need not apply.

    • Second Life is Freemium and ProprietaryVRChat is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Second Life is a Simulation Games VRChat is a Social Network
  6. Resonite icon
     4 likes

    Resonite is a free collaborative social VR & desktop sandbox platform, where users can socialize in a virtual environment and create objects, avatars & worlds together.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • SteamVR
    • Steam
    • Linux
    • SteamOS
     
  7.  13 likes

    OpenSimulator is an open-source server platform for hosting virtual worlds and the Metaverse. It is largely compatible with the virtual world Second Life but compatibility is not a design goal.

    19 OpenSimulator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  8. Vircadia icon
     2 likes

    Vircadia is an open-source 3D interface and server solution that allows for vast social & educational environments to be created and lived in while also being shared in real-time with others.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Vircadia vs VRChat Comments
    silverfishvr
    Positive
    0

    Decentralized and free from corporate restrictions

    • Vircadia is Free and Open SourceVRChat is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Vircadia is a Simulation Games VRChat is a Social Network
  9. Tower Unite icon
     7 likes

    PLAY, CREATE, PARTY! Tower Unite is a community-based virtual world party game with online games, entertainment, activities, and absolutely NO microtransactions.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
     
  10. ActiveWorlds icon
     23 likes

    Activeworlds hosts a Universe of over 500 3D virtual reality worlds. In these worlds you can choose from a vast array of avatars that fit your personality (or your perceived personality - that's half the fun!).

    16 ActiveWorlds alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. Furcadia icon
     8 likes

    Furcadia is the magical world where the animals have learned to speak and walk upon two legs. Create your own customizable avatar and start exploring the friendly online game (MMOG) with rich player-driven content.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Furcadia vs VRChat Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    This too is not VR and 3D.

    • Furcadia is Free and ProprietaryVRChat is Freemium and Proprietary
  12. Sansar icon
     1 like

    The platform enables user-created 3D spaces where people can create and share interactive social experiences, such as playing games, watching videos, and having conversations in VR.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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