Being unprepared for enemies in Warzone 2 is a mighty fine way to get yourself killed. Without the best audio settings, you won't hear enemy footsteps, sound cues, or gunshots, and dead is exactly where you’ll be head… ed.

If you want to start playing Warzone 2 like a pro, you'll need the best audio settings, whether you're playing on a PC or console. Warzone 2 is a hyper-competitive battle royale, and you'll never get an edge over your opponents without audio settings that give you hearing so sharp it’d make Daredevil jealous.

So no, this guide isn't just here to get you the best audio settings for Warzone 2 – it's here to increase your chance of winning consistently. So buckle up and get ready to boost your kill-to-death ratio to superhuman levels. 
 

Why do you need the best audio settings for Warzone 2?

Finely tuned audio settings are all the more important when you don't have eyes on the enemy in any shooter, but especially in COD’s Warzone 2.

Since many players use the Dead Silence field upgrade to mute their footsteps, fully optimized audio settings are all the more crucial in Call of Duty’s battle royale. If you're ready to have the best enemy intel and reach the winner's circle time and again, then read on, configure these audio settings, and keep your ears sharp and your gun loaded at all times.

Players who lose in battle royales are the players who only think about their loadout –  trust us when we say in games like Warzone 2, your audio settings are just as important. 
 

What is the best audio setting for Call of Duty Warzone 2?

The best audio settings make the most important sounds loud and easier to hear. That said, most pros would agree that it’s also super important to have settings you’re comfortable with.

The audio settings you’ll find below are designed to minimize distractions and make sure you don't miss any important sound cues. We've chosen these settings to amplify key cues like enemy footsteps, that will help you identify enemy locations, stay alive, and get kills in the fast-paced short TTK world of Warzone 2.

Whether you're playing Warzone 2 on a console like Xbox X Series or PS5, these audio settings will work just as well on any console as on PC.

But always remember – comfort is key. Use these audio settings as a starting point and don't be afraid to tweak any if you feel like they need changing to better suit your preferences.

When tweaking these audio settings, your goal should be to be able to hear someone's footsteps from the other side of the area you’re in. 
 

Volume settings

You've got a few variables with these volume settings. Most players prefer to keep music volume low to avoid distractions, and dialogue and effects volumes high to make sure they don't miss any important audio cues (like when enemies drop a claymore).

The best audio mix setting will depend on what feels right for you, but we've given the three best options for you to choose from.

Play around until you find the best settings for you.

Subtitles settings

Voice chat settings

Microphone settings

Advanced audio settings

Ready to fine-tune the rest of your Warzone 2 settings? Here's some other guides you should check out then…

• Best graphics settings for Warzone 2 
• Best settings for Warzone 2 on Xbox