In Warzone, understanding sound is critical to success, as being able to detect enemy footsteps gives you a significant advantage. To maximize this, you need the right audio settings.

While having a top-tier loadout is essential for winning matches in Warzone, having the proper settings is just as important. The game has often been criticized for its poor audio, which can make it challenging to hear when an enemy is closing in on you.

Fortunately, tweaking your audio settings can help resolve this, and here’s the best setup for Warzone Season 2.

Best Audio Settings for Warzone:

These settings will help you hear enemy footsteps more clearly:

Volumes:

• Master Game Volume: 90
• Gameplay Music Volume: 0
• Dialogue Volume: 40
• Effects Volume: 80
• Cinematic Music Volume: 0

Audio Device:

• Enhanced Headphone Mode: On

Global:

• Audio Mix: Sucker Punch
• Mono Audio: Off
• Mute Licensed Music: Off
• Asymmetrical Hearing Compensation: On

Functionality:

• Reduce Tinnitus Sound: On
• Hitmarker Preset: Classic

Voice Chat:

• Voice Chat Volume: 40
• Voice Chat: On
• Proximity Chat: On
• Body Shield Chat: On
• Last Word Chat: On
• Game Voice Channel: All Lobby

Microphone:

• Microphone Level: 100
• Open Mic Sensitivity: 70

How to Improve Audio in Warzone:

If adjusting the settings still doesn’t seem to give you the edge you need, your equipment might be the issue.

1. Invest in a Good Headset:

A quality gaming headset significantly improves audio clarity. If you’re used to TV or monitor speakers, upgrading to a dedicated gaming headset can drastically enhance your experience. You don’t have to spend a fortune — a headset in the $50-$60 range will improve audio enough to hear enemy footsteps clearly, but high-end headsets can cost upwards of $200.

2. Minimize Background Noise:

Reducing surrounding noise is essential for hearing in-game sounds clearly. The less external distraction you have, the better you can focus on audio cues in the game.

3. Focus on Key Audio Cues:

Having the best settings and equipment is only part of the battle. You also need to train yourself to recognize key in-game sounds. Practice identifying distinct audio cues, such as enemy footsteps, and learn what they tell you about an enemy’s location, whether they’re sprinting or walking, and if they’re above or below you. The more information you can gather from sound, the better your chances of reacting accordingly.

How to Change Audio Settings:

To adjust your audio settings in Warzone, follow these steps:

1. Launch Call of Duty and enter Warzone.
2. Press Start (on controller) or click the settings cog in the top-right corner with your mouse.
3. Use RB/R1 (controller) or navigate with your mouse to the "Audio" tab to access your settings.