How to Make a Custom VRChat Avatar in Vroid FREE | Vroid to VRChat Part 1
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Introduction
Creating your very own custom avatar for VRChat can be a rewarding experience, especially if you're aiming for an anime style that’s both highly customizable and easy to make. In this tutorial, we'll walk you through creating an avatar using Vroid Studio—a completely free avatar creator. After designing your avatar, we'll make some basic edits in Blender to enhance its functionality in VRChat. Finally, we will upload it to VRChat using Unity. This guide is suitable for both Quest and PC avatars and will help you get started if you've ever wanted a fully personalized avatar but weren't sure where to begin.
Materials Needed:
- Vroid Studio: Downloadable from Steam or the official website.
- Blender: Free software for 3D modeling and editing.
- Unity: Necessary for uploading your avatar to VRChat.
- VR Wave Prescription Lenses: An optional tool for glasses wearers, enhancing comfort while using VR.
Step 1: Setting Up Vroid Studio
- Download Vroid Studio: Install the software via Steam for easier access and English support.
- User Interface Preferences: Switch to dark theme in settings for better visibility.
- Choose Your Avatar Base: Start from scratch or select a pre-made model. In this example, we’ll create a feminine avatar.
Step 2: Face Editor
- Editing Features: Use sliders to adjust the size and position of facial features.
- Texture Editing: You can import custom textures from sites like booth.pm to further personalize features like eyes, eyebrows, and skin.
Step 3: Hairstyle Editor
- Choose or Create a Hairstyle: Select a preset hairstyle or customize your own. You can also modify the hair texture to suit your aesthetic.
- Texture Adjustments: Use additional textures from booth.pm to ensure your hairstyle looks unique and fits your character.
Step 4: Body and Outfit Editor
- Body Adjustments: Customize body size, height, and erase unnecessary portions of the body to prevent clipping with outfits.
- Outfit Customization: Select an outfit preset and make necessary texture changes. You can add your own graphics or designs to personalize further.
Step 5: Accessories and Outline Editor
- Add Accessories: Use the accessory editor to add items like glasses or ears.
- Outline Effect: Adjust the outline settings to give your avatar a more anime-inspired look.
Step 6: Expression Editor
- Customize Facial Expressions: Tailor your avatar’s expressions and visemes for realism in VRChat, suitable for various emotions and sounds.
Step 7: Exporting Your Avatar
- Exporting as VRM: Pay attention to your polygon count and optimize it for your avatar needs. This process ensures your avatar runs smoothly in VRChat.
- Finalize Export Settings: Confirm all settings and export your avatar to your computer.
By following these steps, you'll have a unique and personalized VRChat avatar ready to be enjoyed. In the future parts of this tutorial series, we will explore using Blender for further optimization and adjustments before uploading your avatar to VRChat.
Keyword
- Custom Avatar
- VRChat
- Vroid Studio
- Blender
- Texture Editing
- Anime Style
- Accessories
- Exporting VRM
FAQ
1. Do I need any special software to create a custom avatar?
You'll need Vroid Studio for creating your avatar, Blender for further editing, and Unity to upload it to VRChat.
2. Is Vroid Studio free to use?
Yes, Vroid Studio is free and can be downloaded either via Steam or its official website.
3. Can I upload my avatar to both Quest and PC VRChat?
Absolutely! The tutorial will work for creating avatars suitable for both Quest and PC platforms.
4. Can I use custom textures from other websites?
You can find and use free textures from sites like booth.pm, but always check the licensing to ensure you have permission to use and modify them.
5. What should I do if the avatar has a high polygon count?
If the polygon count is too high, you can use Blender to reduce it for better optimization, especially if you want to upload it as a Quest avatar.
