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Is VRChat kid friendly?

Children under the age of 13 should not be using this platform, and we should all do our part to ensure that we are creating a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Thank you for reading.
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Are VR headsets OK for kids?

The headset is not sized for children under 13. The headset should not be used for prolonged periods of time by children 13+ Adults should monitor children 13+ during and after using the headset.
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How do I stay safe on VRChat?

This is called "Safe Mode". On VR controllers, pulling both triggers and pressing both system menu buttons will enable this mode. On Desktop, pressing Shift and Escape will enable this mode.
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Is VRChat rated T?

VRChat does not have a rating from the ESRB.
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How do I make my Oculus safe for kids?

How to set up parental supervision
  1. Ask your child to send you a supervision request from their account. You'll receive an alert with a link to begin setup.
  2. Tap the link to set up parental supervision.
  3. Open up your Oculus app on your phone and tap Menu.
  4. Tap Parental Supervision. ...
  5. Next, tap on your teen's account.
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Should I Let My Child Play VRChat??? ( VRChat Parental Guide )

Is Oculus OK for a 7 year old?

Designed for Age 13+

Meta VR Systems are not toys and must not be used by children under 13. Younger children have greater risks of injury and adverse effects than older users. While we know that children under 13 may want to use Meta VR Systems, we do not permit them to create accounts or use Meta VR Systems.
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Why is VR not suitable for under 12?

There's very little research available on how VR could affect sensory development, or potentially trigger existing conditions. At the very least, VR can cause eye strain and fatigue for kids of any age.
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Is it ok for a 12 year old to play VRChat?

Children under the age of 13 should not be using this platform, and we should all do our part to ensure that we are creating a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
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Does VRChat have scary games?

Butter of Terror (PC and Quest)

Created by のりand available on VRChat here. A silly take on the classic horror puzzle genre, this one has entertaining puzzles, absurd moments, and even though the visuals are bare-bones, the gameplay is solid.
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What is VRChat rated for?

Boz said that all of the content on their platform is rated, and VRChat is currently rated by the ESRB as “Teen.”
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Why did I get banned on VRChat?

If you were warned or kicked from a room, this could have come from a user that was moderating the instance, or from the VRChat Trust & Safety Team. All moderation inquiries regarding a ban must go through the VRChat Ticket System.
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Does VRChat have parental controls?

With parental control software, teens can be protected from the dangers of VRChat Games. This is because parental control software gives parents control over one of the VR hardware, PC or desktop. There are several parental control guides available on the net right now.
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Is VR bad for kids with ADHD?

Various studies have shown that VR capabilities in the rehabilitation of children with ADHD include providing flexibility in accordance with the patients' requirements; removing distractions and creating an effective and safe environment away from real-life dangers; saving time and money; increasing patients' ...
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Should I get my 11 year old a VR headset?

VR headsets are unsafe for kids. Sony recommends users to be aged 12 and above for its headset PlayStation VR. Oculus Rift and Samsung Gear VR come with age recommendation of 13+. Google, with its relatively new tech Google Cardboard, prescribes that kids must only use the VR headset under parental supervision.
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What happens if a 9 year old plays VR?

The sentiment that VR is not harmful to kids is also supported by the American Academy of Ophthalmology which has stated that “Age limitations for VR technology might make sense for content, but this technology poses no threat to the eyes.
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What percentage of VRChat is female?

vrchat.com Audience Demographics

vrchat.com's audience is 79.83% male and 20.17% female.
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What is the average age for VRChat?

The VRChat site age breakdown, however, is fairly notable: A strong majority (about 58%) are over 25, while 1 in 4 are 35 or older. That runs counter to the general assumption that VRChat users are mostly teens and early 20s.
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Is VRChat a roleplay?

Roleplay in VRChat shares elements with other forms of roleplay and acting, namely LARP, Improvisational Theatre, and even some tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons.
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Why is VR age 13?

Designed for ages 13+

Meta VR systems are not toys and must not be used by children under 13. Younger children have greater risks of injury and adverse effects than older users.
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What happens if an 11 year old uses VR?

Using VR is an intense experience and using it for long periods of time could cause problems like eye strain. There is also a risk of injury while wearing a headset as your child cannot see their surroundings. If the game requires them to move around, they could trip or fall on other items in the room.
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What is the minimum VR age?

The minimum age limitation for VR gaming is 7+ but most of the headset manufacturers' set the age limit according to their hardware. SONY's play station VR has restricted the age limit 12. Oculus Rift and Samsung's Gear VR rate it of 13+. Only HTC has no specific age restrictions but it also warns its use for children.
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What is the danger of VR for kids?

Virtual Reality Can Cause Real Damage to Children's eyes.

VR headsets, usually too big for kids' heads, are meant for adult eyes and may cause damage to the eyes of kids under the age of 13. Vancouver optometrist Dr. Justin Asgarpour commented “These devices are designed mostly for adult use.
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Can a 5 year old use a VR headset?

Most VR headsets are not designed for children under the age of 13. Review the product's health and safety guidelines.
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How much VR is too much?

Spending more than the recommended 30 minutes in VR will — in nearly every case — cause you to lose spatial awareness of the room around you. After 30 minutes, it is much more difficult to identify where things are in the physical world, from inside your headset.
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