VRChat devs prepare for Steam Frame launch this summer with standalone build

VRChat developers have uploaded an Android build of the game to Steam, preparing for the launch of Valve's Steam Frame VR headset this summer. The standalone version will run natively on the ARM-based device via compatibility layers, eliminating the need for a PC connection.

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