Communication in online games is a very important part of the gameplay. Gamers have huge problems when for some reason they cannot contact teammates. Most often, troubles are associated with a microphone. This article is about Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. If the microphone does not work in KS GO, the player will not be able to fully integrate into the gameplay.
In addition, game information is transmitted most often using voice chat, therefore, such a problem becomes paramount and requires an immediate solution. A number of solutions to the problem will be presented below. So, why doesn’t the microphone work at KS GO?
Settings in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
You need to start the search for a solution to the problem with the game settings of “CS GO”. You need to go to the game window in: “Settings”> “Sound Settings”. In the list that opens, look for the line “Microphone Activation”. Select the parameter "Key". Now you need to check which key the microphone turns on. Go to Settings> Keyboard / Mouse. In the line “Use microphone” we put any convenient button, many put “K” (by default). The performance of the microphone is checked in the game. If the microphone still does not work in KS GO, then we continue to correct the problem.
It is worth checking the serviceability of the button that activates the microphone, since there is a possibility that the problem is in it. This can be checked in any text file.
Steam Settings
It happens that more than one microphone is connected to a computer. This happens especially often when a webcam is attached to the computer. Therefore, you should check through which device audio is recorded. You can check on Steam, because the settings inside this program will directly affect the game.
So, the actions are as follows: Settings> Voice. In the settings window opposite the field “Sound input device” there is a function “Change device”. We check whether the microphone is connected or not, in which case - change to the desired microphone. Then we return to the settings. Make sure the microphone volume is sufficient for voice recording. Then it’s worth checking the microphone - this function is in an open window. Click on the “Microphone Test” function, say something. If the device is working properly, you can observe the color highlight of the mixer scale.
Sound Driver Update
The microphone may not work in “KS GO” due to the lack of the necessary sound drivers. Install or upgrade them. You can do this manually or using the program.
In the first case, the following operations must be performed. Go to "Start"> "My Computer"> "Properties"> "Equipment"> "Device Manager"> "Sound, video and gaming devices." Copy the name of your sound card to the search bar in the browser. It is advisable to download from the official site and install drivers with the latest available update.
The task of searching for sound and any other drivers can be solved with the help of special programs. They identify missing or outdated drivers, then independently search for suitable software and automatically install it on the computer. Such programs include DriverPack Solution, Driver Genius, Snappy Driver Installer and others.