The standalone VRChat app in the Quest Store supports hand tracking. The best way to enjoy VRChat on a PC is by using the standalone app. You see higher-quality versions of most avatars and worlds, and get access to PC-only avatars and worlds that go far beyond what’s possible on mobile.
With the latest open beta of VRChat you can now use hand tracking on PC too, including the finger gesture control system originally designed for Quest.
Previously it was possible to use hand tracking to emulate Valve Index controllers on PC, but this didn’t allow for full finger articulation.since late 2022VRChat doesn’t use OpenXR yet, so to use hand tracking on PC you’ll need software that supports forwarding hand tracking to SteamVR Skeletal Input.
If you have a Meta Quest headset you can do this with the latest beta of
. Apple Vision Pro users can also use the
. You can also use any PC VR headset to use
, but it is not stable for everyday use. VRChat, with its support for face tracking and Virtual Desktop on the VRChat platform, can deliver (at least in beta) a greater sense of social engagement than any other technology. ALVR