ID Software INFORMATION

Rage 2 Is the latest post apocalyptic entry available from ID Software. From the minds who brought you the Quake series, games like Doom & the original RAGE game. As of today Rage 2 is now available on PlayStation 4, XBox One and Pc.

It’s important though if you do suffer any issues or errors that you should contact ID Software and report the fault

ID Software will be available to help you with any and all queries when it comes to issues or errors that you may have with Rage 2.

Be sure to follow ID Software on their official Social Media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, Youtube to stay current with any updates, patches or news releases for RAGE 2.

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Windows 10 Rage 2 Audio Fix

If you’re having issues with no sound or music being played on your PC. It is likely either a software issue or an incorrect setting being applied. Or a fault between your Gaming PC and your Headphones or Speakers.

1: Ensure that your Default Device is Set.

Sometimes Windows 10 can change your Default Audio Device. The Default Audio Device on your PC represents which piece of equipment your Audio out will be played on.

This can include speakers, TV’s, Audible Monitors, Headphones, Headsets and Mixers. So if you’re choice of speaker or output device is correctly installed it will be displayed within the Sound Options on Windows 10.

To Access the Sound Options Simply :

1: Right Click the Sound Icon on Your task Bar
2: Click “Sounds”
3: Toggle “PlayBack”
4: Select your Output Device – Right Click “Set as Default Device”

If this has been completed and you’re still not hearing any sound for Rage 2 then it may indicate that your Output device is faulty.

Fix : Source a Repair or Replacement For your Headphones.

The Good news is if you purchased your Headphones or Speakers from a Retailer then it will be covered by a warranty. This makes you eligible for either a repair or replacement. Get Digging for that proof of purchase!

2: Ensure the Correct Audio Drivers are installed.

This is only really applicable if you’re using an internal or external sound card. If you have installed a sound card to provide more features for audio settings. It’s important that you download the correct Drivers.

You will be able to source the drivers from the support page of your Sound Card Brand.

Fix : Download the Latest Audio Drivers for your PC or Laptop. 

If you have not installed a Sound Card then the Latest Windows 10 Update and Motherboard Updates will feature sound drivers which are more than capable of playing Rage 2 Audio.

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Audio Stuttering and Skipping Segments.

Audio is pretty black and white when it comes to working correctly. It either works perfectly fine or not at all. Continuous Audio Skipping or audio cuts are more likely a side effect of hardware issues.

If you have experienced Rage 2 or any other games skipping or cutting out audio during gameplay on your PC. Then be sure to try the following Troubleshooting tips that may reveal the fault.

1: Ensure your Running the Latest Rage 2 Update.

More Often than Not Audio Glitches are usually resolved by downloading patches or updates provided by ID Software. So it’s important to ensure that you stay up to date.

Fix : Download the Latest Rage 2 Update.

Updates like this are the reason you should reach out to ID Software to inform them of any more audio issues or faults.

If you’re running the latest update then move onto the next step.

2: Games Dropping frames causes Audio to Stutter.

A very common occurrence is Games Dropping Frame Rates on Gaming Rigs or PC’s. When Frames are dropped this will distort the gameplay and sometimes along with that the audio.

This then presents the gamer with a series of audio effects which involve breaking, cutting or complete audio drops. This is clearly not intentional and requires to be resolved.

Fix : Improve your Rage 2 Frame Rate Today.

We’ve created a comprehensive guide which will allow you to bolster your frame rate and gaming performance on your Gaming PC or Laptop. This will relate to all games and not just Rage 2.

Another thing you can do to amp up your Frame Rates is to ensure that your Hardware Specifications meet the requirements of Rage 2.

Guide : Ensure your Gaming Rig or Laptop is Compatible with Rage 2.

If your gaming rig is suffering to provide for the requirements this will result in frame drops.

3: Is Lag Causing Your Audio Stutter.

Similar to Frame Rates High Ping and Lag Spikes during Gameplay can cause any games like Rage 2 to stutter. The reason behind this is due to the connection to the server being lost. 

You’re playing catch up to match your server state with your fellow gamers. This may cause an influx of sound effects and distortion.

Sometimes people overlook their internet connection being a key issue when it comes to audio issues. So it’s important that you ensure your Connection is stable and strong.

Fix : Test your Internet Connection to Resolve Audio Lag.

This guide will help you test your internet connection and recover certain details regarding Download Speed. Upload Speed and Ping.

If none of the above steps have helped resolve your issue then move on.

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XBox One Rage 2 Audio Fixes

1: Microsoft’s Support Guide – XBox One.

Microsoft have a strong Audio Fix Guide detailing ways to resolving any Audio issues you may have with Rage 2. The XB1 guides are split into 4 categories.

PlayStation 4 Rage 2 Audio Fixes

1: PlayStation 4 Audio Support Guide

Sony have featured a robust Audio guide when it comes to outputting audio from your Console.

“Your PS4™ system automatically selects the best audio format for connected devices. It is usually not necessary to change these settings.”

“When you connect a device such as an AV amplifier for a home theatre to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) port, you can select the audio format(s) that the connected device supports.”

“To select the audio format(s), select  (Settings) > [Sound and Screen] > [Audio Output Settings] > [Primary Output Port] > [DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)].”

You can read the full guide above. It may deliver some insight in how to correctly output your Audio for Rage 2 from your PlayStation Console. Alternative to this you can simply reach out to Sony.

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