Sometimes you’re ready to jump into the action, but no one can hear you in the game chat. It can be annoying, right? Here’s how to get that mic working in Black Ops 6.
First things first, check if your mic’s muted. It sounds simple, but it’s an easy mistake. Console users? Look for the mute toggle on your headset or the controller. PlayStation and Xbox both have settings that can mute your mic without you realizing it.
If you’re on PlayStation (PS4 or PS5), press the “Options” button, then head into “Settings.” Choose “Audio,” find “Voice Chat,” and make sure it’s toggled “On.” Accidentally toggling it off is common. Also, set “Voice Chat” to “All Lobby.” When it’s on “Friends Only,” you’ll be limited to talking to friends, not everyone in the lobby. A quick tweak here can get you connected again.
On Xbox, the settings are similar. Go to “Settings,” then “Audio,” and find “Voice Chat.” Double-check that it’s active and set to “All Lobby.” Some Xbox players get tripped up by privacy settings, so be sure you’re fully open for chat if you want to talk to more than just friends.
PC users, go to “Settings” > “Audio.” Here’s the trick: make sure your input and output devices are correct. The mic and speakers you’re using need to be chosen in the game settings, not just on your PC. If you’re still not getting sound, try switching to your computer’s default device, then back to your preferred mic—it sometimes gives the system a wake-up call.
If none of these steps work, try an alternative. Use Discord for voice chat with friends, or Xbox and PlayStation’s party chat features. Sometimes the in-game chat is just too glitchy.
And there you have it—simple fixes to keep you in the conversation.