VRChat is a free social platform where nearly all content is made by users in Unity and uploaded through the VRChat SDK. You pick an avatar, join instances of player built worlds, and talk with proximity based voice, either in VR or on desktop with mouse and keyboard. The Udon scripting system in SDK3 turned worlds into full games, which is why the platform hosts murder mysteries, horror survival maps and nightclubs alongside empty hangout rooms.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key combinations |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
VRChat Home
Key resources: Movement tutorial, menu basics, starter avatars Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Safety Shield settings upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
The Black Cat
Key resources: Active public lobbies, social contacts Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Safety Shield settings upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
The Great Pug
Key resources: Secret areas, social hub, hidden basement maze Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Safety Shield settings upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Murder 4
Key resources: Full game rounds, deduction gameplay Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Quick Menu max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Terrors of Nowhere
Key resources: In world progression, cooperative horror rounds Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Quick Menu max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (VRChat Home to The Black Cat)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials, since you'll need them later
- Focus on Safety Shield settings once accessible
Mid Game (The Great Pug)
- Push Safety Shield settings to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Quick Menu
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Murder 4 to Terrors of Nowhere)
- Max out Quick Menu. This is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment: Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials: Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear: Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring The Great Pug farming: This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early: Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Configure your Safety Shields before your first Public instance. Setting Visitors and New Users to a restricted shield while allowing Known and Trusted Users through blocks most flashing particle and loud audio avatars without cutting you off from everyone.
- Farm The Great Pug during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build. Some classes farm faster in certain areas
More VRChat Guides
- VRChat VRChat Overview
- VRChat Best Builds
- VRChat Tier List
- VRChat Walkthrough
- VRChat Beginner's Guide
- VRChat Tips & Tricks
- VRChat Weapons Guide
- VRChat Combat Guide
- VRChat Boss Guide
- VRChat Maps & Locations
- VRChat Classes & Characters
Similar Games
If you enjoy VRChat, check out these related guides:
- Terraria Crafting Guide: sandbox game with similar mechanics
- Garry's Mod Crafting Guide: sandbox game with similar mechanics
- Tabletop Simulator Crafting Guide: sandbox game with similar mechanics
