How To Fix FragPunk Audio Not Working

The thrill of a new game is undeniable, but sometimes, technical glitches can dampen the excitement. If you're experiencing audio issues in the hero shooter FragPunk, don't worry—we've got you covered. Here's how to fix the frustrating silence and get back to the action.

While FragPunk's PC launch generated significant buzz, the console release faced delays. For PC players, however, a more immediate problem emerged: the absence of in-game audio. This is a critical issue in a hero shooter, where sound cues are vital for gameplay. Fortunately, the community has identified solutions.

Reddit user Even_Significance581 offered two effective fixes, both involving adjustments to your system settings. Let's start with the first:

Disabling Exclusive Mode for FragPunk

1. Right-click the speaker icon in your PC's system tray.
2. Select "Sound settings."
3. Navigate to the "Advanced" section and click "More sound settings."
4. Right-click your speaker or headphones.
5. Choose "Properties," then navigate to the "Advanced" tab.
6. Uncheck "Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device."
7. Click "Apply," then "OK."
8. Relaunch FragPunk and check if the audio is restored.

If this doesn't work, there's another solution:

Running FragPunk as Administrator

1. Right-click the FragPunk shortcut.
2. Select "Properties."
3. Navigate to the "Compatibility" tab.
4. Check "Run this program as an administrator."

This grants FragPunk full system access, potentially resolving the audio problem. If the issue persists after trying both methods, check FragPunk's in-game audio settings to ensure everything is set to default. If the problem remains, it suggests a game-side issue that needs addressing by the developers.

That's it! Hopefully, these steps have silenced the silence. For further optimization, check out The Escapist's guide to the best settings and crosshair codes. And for those curious, we've also compiled a list of FragPunk's voice actors and their previous credits.

FragPunk is currently available on PC, with PlayStation and Xbox releases planned for a later date.