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Warzone 2 Proximity Chat: How To Turn Off And On

Here is everything you need to know about the Proximity Chat function in Warzone 2 & DMZ!
Warzone 2 Proximity Chat: How To Turn Off And On

As players dive into Warzone 2's giant Al Mazrah map, there is plenty of new and exciting content to explore and unlock. One of the best additions to Warzone 2 is the proximity chat function. Previously, in Warzone 1, Death Comms allowed players to hear a short soundbite from whoever killed them. Warzone 2 is upping the ante, allowing players to communicate with anyone around them!

This feature brings back memories of old-school Modern Warfare 2 pre-game lobbies and depending on your reaction to that statement, you may want to turn Proximity Chat on or off! Whether you want to mute other players' voices or you're down for a little lighthearted trash talk, here is everything you need to know about Proximity Chat in Warzone 2.

How To Turn Proximity Chat On And Off In Warzone 2 & DMZ

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Proximity Chat allows you to voice chat with nearby players. (Picture: Activision)

Here is how you can turn proximity chat on or off in Warzone 2 & DMZ:

  • Open the Settings menu (you can press the options button on your controller or navigate to the small cog in the top right corner of the menu screen).
  • Navigate to the "Audio" tab. 
  • Scroll down to the "Voice Chat" option and select the slider next to "Proximity Chat."
  • You can now choose to turn Proximity Chat off or on to your liking. 

Proximity Chat should be on by default, but if you accidentally turned it off somehow, the above method will also allow you to turn it back on. 

How To Fix Proximity Chat Not Working In Warzone 2 & DMZ

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You can switch Proximity Chat on or off, depending on your preference. (Picture: Activision)

If you are experiencing issues with Proximity Chat in Warzone 2 & DMZ, there are several things you can do to fix the problem. These are as follows:

  • Make sure your Proximity Chat setting is on using the above method. 
  • Make sure your microphone is plugged in and is set as Default in your audio settings (PC).
  • Make sure you are not muted either on PC or console. 
  • If your voice chat settings are set to "Push to Talk," make sure you are pressing the corresponding button when trying to chat. 

Proximity Chat is a great addition to Warzone 2 and can make certain game modes a lot easier. But if you don't want to deal with any kind of toxicity that comes with voice chat, you can just as easily turn it off!


For more on Call of Duty: Warzone 2, check out be sure to check out our dedicated section and learn more with some of our Warzone 2 Guides & Tutorials below:

Warzone 2 Battle Royale Guides - Map Al Mazrah Guide|Map Size|All Killstreaks Explained|Unlock All Operators|New Reporting System|Prestige Ranks, Cap, Rewards|New Battle Pass System|All New Operators List|Victus XMR Sniper Rifle Unlocking Guide|Backpack & Looting Explained | Skill-Based MatchmakingPC Specs |Check Server Status | Unlock Zeus & Mortal's Bane | Locked On The Menu Issue | CDL Packs | Blackout Roze Operator Skin | BAS-P SMG Unlocking Guide | Weapon Balance Changes | 

Warzone 2 Tier Lists - Best Weapons Tier List | Best Assault Rifles (AR) Tier List

Warzone 2 DMZ Mode Guides - Factions & Missions | Contracts & World Activities | DMZ Faction Rewards | Interrogation Guide |

Featured image courtesy of Activision.


For more on Call of Duty: Warzone 2, check out be sure to check out our dedicated section and learn more with some of our Warzone 2 Guides & Tutorials below:

Warzone 2 Battle Royale Guides - Map Al Mazrah Guide|Map Size|All Killstreaks Explained|Unlock All Operators|New Reporting System|Prestige Ranks, Cap, Rewards|New Battle Pass System|All New Operators List|Victus XMR Sniper Rifle Unlocking Guide|Backpack & Looting Explained | Skill-Based Matchmaking| PC Specs |Check Server Status | Unlock Zeus & Mortal's Bane | Locked On The Menu Issue | CDL Packs | Blackout Roze Operator Skin | BAS-P SMG Unlocking Guide | Weapon Balance Changes | Hidden Money Chests | Unlock Gaz and Klaus | AQ Soldier Kills

Warzone 2 Tier Lists - Best Weapons Tier List | Best Assault Rifles (AR) Tier List 

Warzone 2 DMZ Mode Guides - Factions & Missions | Contracts & World Activities | DMZ Faction Rewards | Interrogation Guide | Factions Rewards | Unlock UAV Towers | Find Stronghold Keycards | LAG & Stuttering Fix

Warzone 2 Class Setups - Best Meta Loadouts | Best Long Range Loadouts | PDSW 528 Loadout | M4 Loadout | FSS Hurricane Loadout | TAQ-56 Loadout | MCPR-300 Loadout | Kastov 762 Loadout | RPK Loadout | Lachmann Loadout | EBR-14 Loadout | RAAL MG Loadout | SP-R 208 Loadout