Does VRChat run on Linux?
by VRChat Inc.
- 83% of 123 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. VRChat has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 83% of 123 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
VRChat on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 123 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Nov 1, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 61 | 82% |
| AMD | 55 | 85% |
Anti-cheat
VRChat uses Easy Anti-Cheat. AreWeAntiCheatYet lists its Linux status as Supported: the developer has enabled Linux and Proton support. Latest change: “Does this prevent people from playing VRChat on platforms like SteamOS on the Steam Deck? - NO!” (Tue Jul 26 2022).
Which Linux distros do VRChat players use?
The distros named most often in the last year’s reports. They show what people actually play on, not which distro is best.
How to play VRChat on Linux
- Install Steam for Linux from your distro’s software manager or Flathub.
- In Steam, open Settings → Compatibility and make sure Steam Play is enabled for all other titles, then install VRChat.
- If it misbehaves, right-click the game → Properties → Compatibility and pick a different Proton version.
Sources
Game statistics are distro.watch’s summary of ProtonDB report data, used under the Open Database License.
VRChat on Linux: common questions
Does VRChat run on Linux?
Yes. VRChat has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 83% of 123 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does VRChat work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates VRChat “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does VRChat run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 83% of 123 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 52% said it worked without any tweaks.