Communication plays a vital role in achieving success in Helldivers 2, and among the various voice settings, Push-to-Talk stands out as one of the most effective—here’s a comprehensive guide to this feature.
While Helldivers 2 does offer a solo experience, multiplayer gameplay is highly recommended for tackling the onslaught of Bugs and Automations, with effective communication being paramount for mission success. While you can utilize map markers and quick commands for communication, voice chat provides a more efficient means of interaction.
Enabling Push-to-Talk in Helldivers 2 may seem daunting if you’re unfamiliar with the process, and there has been some confusion regarding the activation button. Allow us to clarify the procedure for you.
How to enable Push-to-Talk in Helldivers 2
To activate Push-to-Talk in Helldivers 2, navigate to your settings and adjust the voice chat preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Open the pause menu in Helldivers 2.
- Scroll to the “Options” tab.
- Select the “Audio” option.
- Locate the “Voice Chat” setting, positioned second from the bottom.
- Switch the setting to “Push-to-Talk”.
- Apply the changes by pressing Triangle on PlayStation, TAB on PC, or Y on an Xbox controller.
With Push-to-Talk (PTT) enabled, simply press the designated button whenever you wish to communicate with your teammates. Additionally, you have the option to configure your settings to Open Microphone, Push-to-Mute, Muted, or Disabled, although the latter is not recommended.
How to use Push-to-Talk in Helldivers 2
Once Push-to-Talk is enabled in Helldivers 2, press the assigned button. On PC, the default Push-to-Talk button is Caps Lock. If you’re using an Xbox controller on PC or playing on PlayStation 5, you’ll need to assign a command by following these steps:
- Open the pause menu in Helldivers 2.
- Scroll to the “Options” tab.
- Select the “Controller” option.
- Click on “Select Bindings”.
- Navigate to the “Communication” tab.
- Choose “Voice Activation (PTT/PTM)”.
- Assign a button of your choice.
You can modify your Push-to-Talk control at any time by following the aforementioned steps. If you opt for a custom command, ensure to check other controls to select an unused option for optimal functionality.
