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[Top 15] Apex Legends Best Audio Settings That Give You An Advantage

BrandishedSword — Sun, 28 May 2023 10:37:58 +0000

15. Master volume - 100%

The most basic audio setting you need to look at in Apex is of course your in-game master volume. Now, whilst many of these settings can be up to preference, we say that you should have this on maximum.

Audio can be scarce in Apex sometimes, so having your settings at max gives you the best opportunity to hear everything. Master volume increases all sound in Apex, so hopefully you can hear that Octane stimming around the corner.

14. Output Device - Your main audio device

One thing people seem to forget is that you need to direct your audio in Apex. Whether you are playing with headphones, earbuds or just a speaker/soundbar, you need to make sure the game is directed towards whatever device you're using.

Set this setting to your main audio device and then all audio will play from it. I don't think we have to say why this is important, just do it. If this setting wasnt correct before, that's probably why you had no audio at all.

13. Sound Effects Volume - 100%

One of the main things you will want to hear in Apex has to be the sound effects. From grenades to gunfire to abilities being used, you need to hear them. Where people go wrong is lowering the sound percentage in this setting as gunfire is too loud up close.

The problem with Apex is that it also applies this to distanced noise, meaning at lower percentages it's almost impossible to hear. If you put this setting to 100% then you should hear much better.

12. Dialogue Volume - 60%

In a shooter like Apex, you might think that dialogue isn't necessary and should be turned down, but hearing what your character and your teammates' characters are saying is important. Characters like Wraith say when they are being shot or aimed at, and all characters have dialogue when they are healing or looting.

There are so many small audio lines that give you so much information. It's worth having this audio at least around the 60% mark, as it's not as important as normal audio like shooting and healing.

11. Music Volume - 40%

Music is another thing in Apex that isn't exactly necessary but is worth having. Many gamers don't pay attention when you're loading into a match, so having music on lets you know that the match has started.

It also kinda amps you up for the game you're about to play. It's a weird one, but have it on, maybe around 40% or something.

10. Subtitles - ON

Just like dialogue, having subtitles on is great for seeing the audio queues if you can't hear them. Some lines are vital to gameplay as it gives you information you otherwise might not have seen.

Yes, the game has icons when your team is healing but it's also nice to hear them say it. If the audio doesn't play for whatever reason, then subtitles are there to show you what they are saying. It's an important aspect of the game as you need as much information as possible. Turn it on will ya?

9. Voice Chat Input Device - Your microphone

Though not strictly an audio setting, you need to be communicating with your team in the game, especially in ranked play. Setting up your chat input device is the first step, so if you have a microphone set it to that.

Or if you're a console gamer then set it to either your controller microphone or your headset microphone. It might be weird at first, but our next setting will help with that. Communication is key to Apex as letting your team know what's happening and what to do is great for winning games. If you want to rank up, then get talking.

8. Voice Chat Record Mode - Push to Talk

So things don't feel awkward, you can set up a push-to-talk feature on console and PC. This lets you press a button to start talking, rather than just having your microphone on all the time. On PC we recommend setting this to a key you can easily access without messing up your gameplay.

I have mine on “T” as it's not used for anything else and is easily accessible. This is great for communication as you can talk when needed, not all the time. We don't want to hear you eating or talking with others in a ranked game, do we?

7. Open Mic Threshold - Base

Just to make sure your team can hear you in the first place, you might need to mess with the Open Mic Threshold. If you have a quieter voice or need to be quieter on a night, then change this threshold. This setting dictates whether the game picks up your voice depending on how loud you are.

For general gaming, just keep it at the original as it's fine for a normal voice. If you need to be quieter or louder for some reason, mess around with the setting to see what fits. It will all change depending on your microphone and where you are, so it's not a sure thing. Just find the setting for you.

6. Incoming Voice Chat Volume - Preference

Now, we all hate when randoms scream in our ears or have their microphone on when they're eating right? Whether it's someone leaving a fan on in the background or just being loud in general, we want to get rid of it. The thing is, we need to hear them during crucial moments, so the best alternative is to turn them down.

Incoming voice chat volume is the setting for this as it changes the volume of those talking to you in the game. This one is another preference so mess around with it depending on your situation and of course your headset. You must get this setting right though as you need to hear your teammates unless they are being abusive of course.

5. System Master Volume - 100%

Now onto some settings outside of the game. One thing people tend to forget about is their PC’s actual volume settings or of course their TVs. If you are using a TV as your audio then make sure the volume on that is correct before changing the game's settings as a whole.

For PC, just make sure Windows has its volume at maximum. It's something we all forget but might be the reason your game has lower audio than others. Changing this might bring you that advantage in a fight as your game is as loud as ever.

4. Background Music - Preference

Many people love to listen to music whilst gaming, me included. Sometimes you just wanna vibe out right? Well, sometimes our music is too loud and it obscures our audio in the game. You need to hear the game at all times, even if you are just chilling out with friends. Find that perfect volume blend between the game and your music and you'll be golden.

3. Headset Settings - 100%

Just like your in-game audio and your own system’s audio, making sure your headset is turned up makes a massive difference. Your headset uses a multiplier with audio, so having it low changes all the audio you hear.

Many gamers sometimes knock the wheel on their headset or accidentally press a button that lowers their sound. Make sure things are all turned up so you can hear everything you need to.

2. Have Good Headphones - $$$

Speaking of headphones, sometimes having a good pair makes the difference. Whilst it's, of course, possible to play the game with a cheap pair, if you have the money to invest it might be worth getting a nice pair.

It's gonna give you better audio and more settings to make your experience even better. Though it's of course not necessary, if you have the money then maybe consider it. It would give you that advantage you need, especially if you're currently using a cheap pair.

1. Don't use the Nemesis AR

One crazy thing that we saw recently with Apex was its audio bugs being figured out. The audio in Apex has been bad for the last two years or so but was even worse after the release of the Nemesis last season.

It turns out that one line of code was messing up the audio around the Nemesis, making everyone in its area lose some audio. Though this has been fixed, maybe still stay away from the gun as it might mess with your audio. What a weird one right?

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[Top 15] Best Overwatch Audio Settings

Raven — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:20:53 +0000

Audio In Gaming

Audio is one of the most critical components of gaming. Without audio, you’re left at a major disadvantage since you can’t hear what’s happening around you. With these 15 audio settings, you can enhance your Overwatch gameplay and give yourself an advantage.

15. Master Volume

The master volume controls the volume of the entire game. The louder you have it, the better you can hear. However, if you’re wearing headphones, be wary of how loud it can get. Keep it at a level that’s safe for your ears, but also loud enough that you can hear all the details the audio provides.

This gives you an advantage because it allows you to hear all the small audio cues you might not hear otherwise. For example, a Tracer’s footsteps. Her footsteps are already very light, but with a high master volume, you can hear those cues much more clearly.

14. Music

Music is a core part of the Overwatch experience. Music adds to the tension, gameplay, and overall experience. Whether or not you choose to include music is up to you. However, depending on how you react to sounds like these, including music could be advantageous or disadvantageous.

If you feel the pressure when music comes on, it can give you an advantage. As the pressure sets in, your adrenaline rises and helps you perform better at the game. As for a disadvantage, if you get distracted easily, it can hurt your performance. It all comes down to personal preference.

13. Music Volume

If you choose to play without music, you should turn this setting down to 0. If you want to play with music, then you can turn this up as high as you want. Putting it to 100 is not recommended since it can hurt your ears. Also, it’ll block out other important sounds if you play it too loud.

To get the most out of the music option, you should keep it in the 40-60 range. That’ll keep it loud enough that you get audio cues. For example, the music gets more intense during the last 30 seconds, cuing you to move faster if you want to win, thus giving you an advantage.

12. Subtitles

The voices heard in-game are referred to as subtitles. You can turn on critical gameplay, critical gameplay + conversations, everything, or none. The critical gameplay is very helpful for those who have a hard time keeping up with the game and then the voices on top of that. If you have any trouble with this, then you should give subtitles a try.

Conversations aren’t as helpful, but they do give you an insight into how the characters are feeling. If you’re interested in exploring the lore of the game, you should give the conversations a shot. Either way, it’s worth it to try putting them on.

11. Sound Effects in the Background

Background sounds can be very distracting to those who aren’t good at selective listening. If you’re on a PC, this mostly applies to you. Console players don’t have to worry nearly as much about this issue. If you have multiple monitors or multiple tabs open, be mindful of those background sounds.

When on PC, turn off all your background sounds. This will give you an advantage since you can focus your full attention on the game.

10. Team Chat

This is a setting you can change in-game through the social menu. You have the option of participating in team chat or not. This isn't very important in a casual mode like quick play. However, in competitive play, it’s essential.

This team chat setting is not the same one in the audio settings; rather, this is the choice you have to join team chat during your games. Team chat gives you a huge advantage in competitive mode since you can hear what your teammates are saying and you can speak to them too. You can make callouts, listen to your team, and ask for help when you need it.

9. Headset Or Speaker

This is yet another option not physically in the game, but it does play a heavy role in your audio experience. You have the choice between playing the audio through your headset or your speaker. This all depends on personal preference, but the best way to go is to use your headset for competitive play and a speaker for casual play.

The reason why is because your headset gives you a huge advantage. You can hear every audio cue easily and clearly. Meanwhile, with a speaker, it’s a bit harder. The main downside to headsets is that they make you more susceptible to headaches, especially if you have your volume up high.

8. Voice Chat Volume

In the audio settings, you’ll find the volume for voice chat. This is exactly what it sounds like: it allows you to change the volume of voice chat. The voice chat is where every player talks, and voice chat is imperative to winning in competitive play.

To give yourself an advantage, you should turn your voice chat volume up. This means that you can hear your teammates better. However, if you have toxic teammates, feel free to turn it down or off completely since that’ll give you a disadvantage rather than an advantage.

7. Voice Chat Mode

Right by the voice chat volume, you’ll see the voice chat mode setting. This controls whether your mic operates by "push to talk" or "open mic". Using push to talk, you have to push a button to talk. You don't have to do that if you're using an open mic. Each option has its own pros and cons.

For open mic, you don’t have to worry about pressing anything in the middle of a game. With push to talk, you can control your background noise better and drown out anything you don’t want teammates to hear (such as your cat meowing or a sibling coming into your room).

6. Party Or Team Chat

If you’re on a console, this setting applies to you. As many console players are aware, there’s the option to go into a voice party with your friends. Party chat doesn’t automatically connect to team chat. You have to choose between staying in your party or going into team chat.

Team chat can be laggy. Of course, parties can too, but the risk is limited, so inviting your team to a party chat could be really beneficial. However, be wary of people who randomly invite you to parties because they can be trying to DDoS you. In simple terms, DDoS means to attack someone’s internet and make it unusable. If this happened to you, then your internet would go offline for a bit, and you wouldn’t be able to play.

As long as you’re careful and make sure the party invites you receive are from your teammates, not the enemy, then you’re most likely safe from being DDoS attacked. Regardless, both party chat and team chat have their pros and cons. You'll have to weigh before you make a final decision of which one you’d prefer.

5. Team Voice Chat

One of the very last options in the audio settings is team voice chat. You can set this to auto-join to make your life a lot easier. This setting will give you an advantage since you don’t have to waste time manually joining the team voice chat. You’ll get in right away, and therefore you get to talk to your team faster.

Although this setting does boil down to your personal preference, enabling it saves you the hassle of taking the time to connect to team chat. On console, it tends to be laggier than on PC, so if you’re on console, you should definitely consider changing the team voice chat to "auto-join".

4. In-Game Voice Volume

This setting impacts the in-game voices. This refers to the heroes in Overwatch. By fiddling with this setting, you get to change the volume at which the Overwatch heroes speak. Although this may not seem like a huge deal, there’s one reason why turning the volume to a reasonable level will give you an advantage: support heroes.

Blizzard added voice lines for support heroes where they call out when they’re being attacked. For example, if Ana is getting attacked by an enemy, in the game, she calls out for help. The higher you have this volume, the more likely you are to hear it, so you can peel back and help your support. There are also other audio cues that Overwatch heroes give, so it’ll give you a huge advantage to increase this volume setting.

3. Voice Chat Mic Volume

This option allows you to control the volume of your voice while you’re in the game. Although this sounds like a perfect time to turn the volume up, you should keep it at a moderate level so you aren’t blasting your teammates’ ears off.

This gives you an advantage because the volume controls how well your team can hear you. If you’re a softer speaker, you should turn the volume up. If you’re loud, then you should turn it down.

2. Voice Chat Nameplate Icon

This setting is more important than you might think. The voice chat nameplate icon shows a little icon next to the person speaking in the team chat. It’ll show you which hero the person speaking is playing. This will give you a massive advantage because you can see exactly which hero is saying what.

For example, if Reinhardt says that he’s going in, you can see with the nameplate icon that Reinhardt is the one speaking, therefore you know that he’s the one going in. It’d be awkward if you mistook Reinhardt's voice for Genji’s, meaning you were going to jump in with a flanker instead of your main tank. This also helps you when supports call out that they need help, showing you exactly which of your supports need help.

1. Sound Effects Volume

Sound effects are arguably the most important audio cues in most video games. This is because they alert you to what’s happening around you, including, but not limited to: footsteps, enemies reloading, your teammates’ positions, and enemies using their abilities.

That’s why you need to keep your sound effects volume as high as you can without causing hearing damage. The higher the setting, the better you can hear. The better you can hear, the bigger advantage you’ll have because you can hear your enemies before they hear you.

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[Top 15] Apex Legends Best Audio Settings That Give You An Advantage

Raven — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 23:17:38 +0000

Why Is Audio Important?

Audio settings are more important than you think. It seems like an element of gaming that enhances the experience, but in reality, audio can give you a huge advantage or disadvantage depending on how you use it. To give yourself an advantage by using audio in Apex Legends, change these 15 settings to better suit your playstyle.

15. Master Volume

Although it sounds simple, many players forget to change their master volume. Whether this is 100% or 10%, changing it can give you an advantage. The reason why master volume is so imperative is because it impacts how well you can hear your teammates.

To put it simply, the higher the master volume percentage is, the better you can hear your team. Hearing your team is a necessity for winning fights and communicating your needs. Keep the master volume at a level that doesn’t hurt your ears but also helps you hear your team better.

14. Lobby Music

Master volume and lobby music are two settings that are often overlooked. Having a balance between lobby and master volume is important if you’re easily distracted. Plenty of gamers, myself included, like to look at their phones in between matches. Lobby music is what alerts you to the match beginning.

Using this setting, you can turn it up so it will indicate the start. However, this is where the master volume comes in. Be sure not to turn it up too much, otherwise it’ll be difficult to hear your teammates. Look for a balance between the two settings.

13. Voice Chat Record Mode

The decision between open mic and push to talk is difficult and depends on your playstyle. Voice chat record mode is a good setting to look at if you want to make the decision easier. It allows you to choose between "push to talk" and "open mic."

There are pros and cons to each mode, and it depends on if you’re comfortable having to push a button to talk. If you are, then push to talk is your best friend. Push to talk helps combat background noise, and an open mic saves you the hassle of having to push to talk each time. It depends on personal preference, but it can give you a benefit in combat depending on your playstyle.

If you’re more aggressive, an open mic may be better for you since, in the heat of battle, it can be difficult to press the button. If you’re a more passive player, then push to talk will help you concentrate thanks to the limited background noise. Also, if you talk to yourself while playing and don’t want to distract your teammates, push to talk is an option to consider.

12. Incoming Voice Chat Volume

This setting is exactly what it sounds like: you adjust the volume of voice chat. Like the master volume, this helps you hear your teammates better. However, be wary of turning it too high, otherwise you might hurt your ears. We all know how Apex teammates can be sometimes.

You can turn it up or down at any time, so if you have a loud speaker on your team, turn it lower. If you have the opposite—someone speaking softly—turn it up. Just don’t forget to turn it back down after that game.

11. Convert Incoming Voice To Text

In the "accessibility" setting under "gameplay", you’ll find this setting that allows any spoken voice, including your own, to be sent as text. It’s more accurate than the average gamer will give it credit for, and it’s worth using if you have trouble keeping up with all the voices being thrown around in-game.

However, if there’s a lot of talking, it can cover up a portion of your screen. Try turning it on to see how it works, then, if you like it, keep it on. It can give you an advantage if you have trouble keeping up with a teammate’s aggressive playstyle.

10. Play Incoming Text Chat As Speech

The opposite of voice to text is chat to voice. Any chat will become a voice instead. It’s useful to keep up with the pace of the action. However, keep in mind that it can get distracting as time goes on.

It’s a useful setting to consider if you’re someone who sits too far away from your screen to read the chat. Or, it’s useful if you aren’t a fast reader and need to hear it out loud. Either way, you should consider trying out this feature and seeing if it helps you.

9. Open Mic Threshold

The open mic threshold helps you speak and hear better, depending on what you have it set at. In simpler terms, the threshold is like sensitivity. Using the threshold, you can adjust the maximum output level that your mic can hit.

Using this may not seem like an advantage or disadvantage, but if you’re someone using an open mic, this is a setting you need to change. If your mic is too loud, you can distract your teammates and even yourself. Be sure to keep the threshold at a reasonable level.

8. Dialogue

The dialogue setting allows you to activate or deactivate the dialogue option. The dialogue refers to the character dialogue. For example, if you’re playing Wraith and have dialogue enabled, you can hear what she says.

Dialogue can enhance your gaming experience by getting you more in-tune with your environment. It’ll also add to your enjoyment to hear all the thoughts your character has to say. At the same time, the added voices on top of your teammates’ can be distracting, so only try it if you think it can benefit you.

7. Dialogue Volume

This relates directly to the previous setting. The dialogue volume controls how loud the dialogue sounds. To disable dialogue, turn this setting down to 0. If you’re worried about being distracted but still want to experience it, then try lowering the volume.

It’s an effective way to give you the best of both worlds: you can hear the dialogue, and it won’t be too distracting. On the contrary, you can make the dialogue much louder and enjoy the game by immersing yourself in the world.

6. Controller Headset Volume

As many gamers know, how well you can hear your enemy is an important factor that can determine your success. By turning the headset volume up, you can give yourself a powerful advantage.

The more easily you can hear your enemies, the better. If you hear them before they hear you, you’re almost guaranteed to win the fight. It’s all about timing and speed. If you can master listening for your enemies, then you’ll become a much better player.

5. Non-Headset Volume

This is similar to the last option, except for people playing without a headset. Not every gamer has a great headset, which is perfectly okay. All you have to do is change the non-headset volume setting so the audio playing from your screen gives you an advantage.

To balance the screen audio, you should keep your music volume lower than normal; that way you can hear your environment more clearly. Adjust the volume to a setting that matches your playstyle, and it’ll give you an advantage.

4. Voice Chat Settings

This setting is the category holding all of the voice chat settings. Everything having to do with the mics and the thresholds falls under this audio category. This also includes where your audio will come out (through your screen, headset, etc.).

Check the voice chat settings category to get access to all of these individual settings. This category will give you a major advantage since it’ll allow you to better communicate with your teammates, stay focused, and speak clearly.

3. Music Volume

Music is a beautiful thing that can elevate a game from good to amazing. Just take a look at the Halo franchise and its iconic music. That’s why this setting is more important than you may think. The gaming experience is enhanced by these musical scores.

Although it can get distracting in tense moments, the music helps you feel the pressure and, in some ways, can make you focus more and play better. That’s why you should keep the music volume at a fair level. Not blasting, but loud enough that you can feel the intensity and prepare for a rough fight.

2. Background Sound

The background sounds are mostly for PC players who may have other tabs running in the background. For example, say you have Discord open and the alerts disrupt you mid-game. These sounds can catch you off guard and, in some cases, even give you a jumpscare.

Although there is not a specific audio setting in Apex, you should still manage the other sounds your PC is making; that way you minimize the risk of getting jumpscared in the middle of a team fight. That’d be awkward.

1. Sound Effects Volume

Sound effects are essential to the game. Each sound effect alerts you to major, game-changing events happening nearby. If you don’t have your sound effects volume up high, then you’re putting yourself at a huge disadvantage.

You should keep it in the 90–100% range; that way, you don’t blow out your ears, but you can hear the important alerts, such as approaching footsteps. Sound effects are an imperative aspect of any game, not just Apex, which is why you should keep them as high as possible.

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