Voice Chat coming to World

[Bojan]

Today's update for Need for Speed World will bring in fully integrated voice chat powered by Dolby Axon. There's also several other updates related to groups and private matches.

Dolby Axon is fully integrated into the Need For Speed World game client; you don’t have to set up a voice server or even install a separate client to use it. Just simply form a group, and you’ll automatically be entered into a voice chat room with your group members. You will be able to chat with them regardless of whether you’re in Free Roam, a race or your Safehouse.

Both Push-to-Talk and voice activation modes will be available for use. Other nifty options include echo reduction to improve voice clarity via speakers, and game audio fading to reduce ambient music and sound effects whenever someone is talking.

In addition, we’ve also improved the group feature in various ways. For instance, a group HUD will now show up on the top left of your screen. This allows for quick group management and toggling of voice chat.

We’ve also made it much easier to play private matches. Once you’re in a group, you can invite all your group members to your private event with a single click. Use this and voice chat to your advantage and master the Team Escape co-op mode with your friends!

[Dr Houbenheimer]

Hmm...sounds good, simple and stable, let's see if that's the case