Best audio settings to hear footsteps in Warzone 2

Sourav Banik
an operator pointing a gun and two players fighting in Warzone 2

When it comes to playing Warzone 2, getting the right audio cues is vital to understand the location of your enemies, and prepare for their imminent arrival. So, here’s a rundown of the best audio settings to hear footsteps in Warzone 2.

When it comes to Battle Royale games like Warzone 2, footsteps are a crucial aspect. They allow player the chance to pinpoint the location of enemies without putting themselves at risk. This feature is beneficial especially when you don’t have a visual on them and it’s no different for Activision’s Battle Royale sequel.

Getting the correct sound cue increases your chances of winning a gunfight or in some cases, even a game, which is why having the best audio settings is a fantastic path to success, along with the best settings for PC and consoles.

With that in mind, here are some of the best settings for you to hear the footsteps of your enemies in Warzone 2.

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Getting the right audio intel is crucial in Warzone 2.

Best Warzone 2 audio and sound settings to hear footsteps

Here’s a rundown of the best audio and sound settings for Warzone 2:

Volumes

  • Audio Mix: Headphones Bass Boost
  • Master Volume: 65
  • Music Volume: 10
  • Dialogue Volume: 40
  • Effects Volume: 50
  • Hit Marker Volume: 75
  • Speakers/Headphones Game Sound Device: Default System Device
  • Mono Audio: Off

Subtitles

  • Subtitles: Default
  • Campaign: On
  • Multiplayer: Off
  • Coop: Off
  • DMZ: Off
  • Subtitles Size: Default
  • Subtitles Background Opacity: 0

Voice Chat

  • Voice Chat: On
  • Game Voice Channel: All Lobby
  • Last Words Voice Chat: On
  • Proximity Chat: On
  • Voice Chat Device: Default System Device

Microphone

  • Microphone Mode: Push to talk
  • Voice Chat Volume: 80
  • Microphone Test: Off
  • Microphone Device: Default System Device
  • Mute Yourself When Connecting: On
  • Microphone Level: 85

Audio Advanced Settings

  • Juggernaut Music: Off
  • Hit Marker Sound Effects: MW
  • Mute Game When Minimized: Off
  • Reduce Tinnitus Sound: On

These settings will help you with the best audio intel of enemies nearby. Remember, players often use the “Dead Silence” Field Upgrade to silence their footsteps while pushing enemies.

All you need to do is keep your ears prepared for a specific audio cue when it’s activated. Once you hear it, keep yourself prepared for a sudden attack from the direction of the sound.

So, there you have it — those are some of the best settings for you to hear the footsteps of enemies in Warzone 2. For more on the game, be sure to check out our other guides:

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About The Author

Sourav is a Games Writer at Dexerto, specializing in writing tips and guides for a number of games, including Baldur's Gate 3, Diablo 4, Hogwarts Legacy, Palworld, The Finals, XDefiant, and occasionally Tech. He is also passionate about esports, following games such as Valorant, Rainbow Six Siege, and Apex Legends. He previously wrote for Sportskeeda. Contact Sourav at sourav.banik@dexerto.com