Once you have completed your , you cannot just drag the file onto OBS. You need a pipeline.

If you want to skip the searching and download a model immediately, these iconic options are completely free for public use:

Turn on your webcam or link your phone app via IP address. Click Calibrate while looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

Most artists require you to put their Twitter/X or BOOTH link in your stream description.

Before diving into the download links, let's address the "why." A 2D VTuber model (often made in .PSD or .PNG format for Live2D Cubism) allows you to:

Finding a free model doesn't mean you have to settle for poor quality. Many creators offer "sample" models or free-to-use (FTU) models to showcase their rigging skills. 1. Live2D Official Sample Data

These platforms are popular with indie creators worldwide. Many artists post their free models here as a way to showcase their skills or as a "pay what you want" offering. A simple search for "Live2D free model" on these sites can unearth many hidden gems.

Do you plan to track your face using a or an iPhone/iPad ?

Can you monetize your streams, accept donations, or earn bits while using this model? Some free models are strictly for hobby streaming and ban monetization.

Beginners who want to test their tracking software with a perfectly optimized, professionally rigged model. Essential Software to Run Your 2D Model

| Feature | Free Model (Typical) | Paid Model ($100+) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Good, but generic. | Unique, high-resolution, custom lighting. | | Expressions (Toggles) | 2-4 (Default: Angry, Sad, Smile, Surprise). | 10-20+ (Blush, Sweat, Glasses, Eye roll). | | Physics | Basic hair & breast bounce. | Complex clothing, ribbons, ears, tail physics. | | Hand Tracking | Rarely included. | Often included. | | Outfit Toggles | Usually 1 outfit. | 2-5 outfits (school, casual, swimsuit). | | Uniqueness | Other streamers will look like you. | You are one of a kind. |

: An entirely open-source alternative to Live2D. It is lightweight, free, and includes its own model format and rigging software. Vignette Toolkit