VTubeMe vs Ready Player Me
Ready Player Me was a popular avatar platform that generated 3D avatars from selfies for use in games and apps. After its acquisition, the public creator was wound down. VTubeMe is a dedicated photo-to-VRM tool built specifically for VTubing — here's how they compare.
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VTubeMe
Ready Player Me
Status
Active and maintained
Shut down / wound down
Focus
VTubing (VRM avatars)
General metaverse / gaming avatars
Input
A selfie photo
A selfie photo
Style
Photorealistic (resembles you)
Stylized / cartoon
Output format
VRM + GLB
GLB (no native VRM)
VTuber app support
VSeeFace, Warudo, 3tene, VNyan, etc.
Required conversion for VTuber apps
Price
$7.99 one-time per avatar
Was free (with paid API)
Customization
Hair, outfits, accessories
Hair, outfits, accessories
Commercial use
Yes, included
Depended on license terms
Choose VTubeMe if…
- You need an active, maintained avatar platform.
- You want a VRM file that works directly in VTuber software.
- You want a photorealistic avatar that looks like you, not a cartoon.
- You're specifically creating an avatar for VTubing and streaming.
Choose Ready Player Me if…
- Ready Player Me is no longer available for new avatars.
- If you have an existing RPM avatar, you may still use it — but new creation is not possible.
VTubeMe vs Ready Player Me — FAQ
Is Ready Player Me still available?
Ready Player Me's public avatar creator was wound down after its acquisition. You can no longer create new avatars on the platform. VTubeMe is an active alternative for creating 3D avatars from selfies.
Can I use VTubeMe instead of Ready Player Me?
Yes. VTubeMe creates a photorealistic 3D avatar from a selfie, similar to what Ready Player Me offered. The key difference: VTubeMe exports VRM files specifically for VTuber software (VSeeFace, Warudo, 3tene), while RPM was focused on gaming and metaverse apps.
Does VTubeMe export GLB like Ready Player Me did?
Yes — every VTubeMe download includes both a VRM (for VTuber apps) and a GLB (for general 3D tools). Ready Player Me primarily exported GLB only.
How does pricing compare?
Ready Player Me was free for individual use (with a paid API for developers). VTubeMe charges $7.99 once per avatar download, with commercial use included and lifetime re-edit access.
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