- Open the Steam client > Go to Library.
- Right-click on the Helldivers 2 from the list.
- Click on Manage > Select Properties.
- Now, click on the Updates tab.
- Click on Automatic Updates.
- After enabling, the Steam client will notify you whenever a new update is available.
- Click on the Update button and wait for it to install.
3. Verify and Repair the Game Files
You should also verify and repair the game files on your Windows computer to ensure no corrupted or missing game files are troubling you to get into the game server. To do that:
- Launch Steam > Click on Library.
- Right-click on the Helldivers 2 from the list of installed games.
- Now, click on Properties > Go to Local Files.
- Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
- You’ll have to wait for the process until it gets completed.
- Once done, just restart your computer to apply changes.
4. Reconnect the Audio Device
You can also disconnect and reconnect the audio device, such as a microphone or headset, to ensure there is no issue with its detection. Conflicts with device connectivity can cause such an issue.
5. Update the Audio Driver
Sometimes, an outdated or missing audio driver on the system can also trigger several issues. It is highly recommended that you check for the audio driver update and install it (if available). To do so, follow this link to an in-depth article. Otherwise, follow the brief steps below to install the update.
- Press the Win+X keys to open the Quick Link Menu.
- Click on Device Manager > Double-click on Sound, video, and game controllers.
- Right-click on the active audio device > Select Update driver.
- Click on Search automatically for drivers > Wait for the process to complete.
- If there is an update available, it’ll be automatically installed.
- Once done, ensure that the system is rebooted to apply changes.
6. Set the Steam Voice Settings
It’s also recommended that the Steam voice settings be set manually to ensure no conflict with the Steam launcher that interferes with Helldivers 2 voice chat or microphone usage.
- Open the Steam client > Click the Steam tab on the top left.
- Go to Settings > Click on Voice.
- Choose Recording Audio Input Device or Auto Detect.
7. Adjust Windows Sound Settings
Well, the chances are high that your Windows system sound settings option is misconfigured or that you haven’t configured it yet. In that case, you may find some conflicts with the game audio or mic sound. You can follow the steps below to configure system sound settings correctly.
- Press the Ctrl+Shift+Esc keys to open Task Manager.
- Click on the Processes tab > Click on the Steam process and select End Task.
- Now, open Windows Settings by pressing the Win+I hotkeys.
- Click on Sound > Set your Mic Input volume from the System section to 100%.
- Click on your mic and select 2 channels, 48’000 or 44’100 Hz, whatever is showing.
- You can also test your microphone to see if the mic works on your Windows PC.
Note: If you don’t have an audio input device, that doesn’t mean your device is faulty. To get it to work, make sure to unplug and reconnect it into a different USB slot or a 3.5mm audio jack.
- Go to your Sound settings again > Click Input devices in the Advanced sound settings option.
- Make sure to reboot the PC to apply changes immediately and then you can try checking the voice chat again.
8. Adjust Sound Control Panel
It’s also recommended to adjust the sound control panel on your Windows PC to ensure there is no misconfiguration present. To do that:
- Go to the Sound Settings menu > Select More Sound Settings.
- Once the Sound Control Panel option opens, you should set the preferred mic to the default device from the Recording section.
- Then, you can Disable all Other Microphones from the list of devices.
- Next, right-click on the mic you want to use > Head over to Properties.
- Under the Levels tab, don’t mute the microphone.
- Under the Advanced section, you should allow the two exclusive mode options.
- Click on Properties under the General tab.
- Check if the device driver is up to date or not from the Driver section.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes.
9. Allow Microphone Access to Apps
It would be best to try allowing the microphone access to apps by following the steps below to ensure your system and the game can use the connected microphone. To do that:
- Press the Win+I keys to open Windows Settings.
- From the Privacy & Security section, click on Microphone under App Permissions.
- Make sure to enable the Let desktop apps to access your microphone option.
10. Run Audio Playback Troubleshooter
If the above methods don’t work for you, run the audio troubleshooter by following the steps below. Sometimes this specific troubleshooting method can detect potential audio playback-related issues that you may not find normally. To do this:
- Press the Win+I keys to open Windows Settings.
- Click on System from the left pane > Scroll down the right window.
- Click on Troubleshoot > Select Other troubleshooters.
- You can find the Playing Audio option > Click on the Run button next to it.
- You’ll need to select the audio output device you want to troubleshoot.
- Click on Next > Wait for the troubleshooter to scan for the audio-related issues.
- Well, it may take some time. So, please be patient.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete it and choose What to do next.
- Once done, reboot the PC to apply changes.
11. Restart Audio Service
Another thing you can do is restart the audio service on Windows by following the steps below to ensure there is no issue with the audio services.
- Press the Win+R keys to open the Run dialogue box.
- Now, type services.msc and hit Enter to open Services.
- Search for Windows Audio > Double-click on it to open Windows Audio Properties.
- Ensure the Startup type is set to Automatic.
- Check if the service status is set to running. [If not, then do the same thing]
- Click on Apply, then OK to save changes.
- Finally, make sure to reboot the PC to change effects immediately.
12. Check the Network Status
You should check the network status on your end to ensure there is no issue with the internet connection. A poor or unstable internet network can trouble you a lot. Try switching your wired (ethernet) connection to Wi-Fi (wireless) or vice versa to check for the issue. You can also try upgrading the internet data plan or ask your service provider to help with technical support.
That’s it, guys. We assume this guide was helpful to you. For further queries, you can comment below.
