How to Fix VRChat Keeps Crashing Issue?

VRChat is an immersive VR social platform that enables you to interact with other 3D characters and avatars that represent your likeness.  This online community can be accessed by Windows Mixed Reality (WMR), HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or any standard desktop. It can be accessed through Steam for free. However, at times, VRChat crashes on launch. There are various reasons why it might keep crashing repeatedly. To fix this issue, check out the solutions mentioned below.

Reset the Avatar to Repair the Issue

In case you can still enter the game, you should take the “Ctrl + \” keys simultaneously on the keyboard to reset the avatar to standard. In certain cases, the VRChat crashes due to avatar problems. Optionally, you may reach the official site of VRChat. Sign in and navigate to the tab of AVATARS and choose the option of Reset to Default Avatar

Confirm the Game Files

You should confirm the game files by following these instructions mentioned below:

1. Navigate to the Library option and click on it.
2. Thereafter, select the VRChat and right-click on it, then choose the Properties option.
3. Now, click on the tab of Local Files and then choose the ‘Verify integrity of game cache’ option.

Update the GPU Drivers

For game players, the GPU driver plays a significant role in enhancing game skills and guaranteeing the ultimate gaming experience. In case the graphic card driver is out of date or damaged, you will come across several game problems like freezing or crashing, and in the specific situation – VRChat crashing. Hence, update the GPU drivers.

Allow VRChat through Firewall

1. Navigate to the Windows Search section on your system.
2. After that, input ‘firewall’ in it and select the OK button.
3. Choose the ‘Firewall & network protection’ option.
4. You should choose the link of Allow an app through a firewall.
5. Later, select the button of ‘Change settings.’
6. Now, move down the list to find VRChat and mark the Domain and Public boxes, then apply the settings.

Remove VRChat Files

1. Go to the Windows Search section on the system.
2. Then input ‘cmd’ in it and select the OK button to launch the Command Prompt.
3. After that, click on the ‘Run as Administrator’ option.
4. Now, remove the VRChat files.
5. Finally, hit the Enter button.

Merge the Steam Account with the VRChat Account

1. Sign in to the VRChat with the Oculus or Steam account.
2. Then launch the quick menu and click on the Settings option.
3. Now, select the ‘Upgrade Account’ option, and pursue on-screen steps to merge the accounts.

Wilder Zayn is a Microsoft product expert and has been working in the technology industry since 2002. As a technical expert, Wilder Zayn has written technical blogs, manuals, white papers, and reviews for many websites such as office.com/setup.

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