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Xarkanoth at 17:04, 7 July 2026

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	~~Release notes also mention improved master audio and voice~~ chat ~~legibility~~, ~~plus fixes for~~ loudhailer audio ~~being too overpowering~~.		Voice chat is clearer than it used to be, and the loudhailer is less overpowering after audio tuning.
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	~~The voice phrase enum list includes~~ infantry orders, artillery calls, naval phrases, cheers, insults, compliments, surrender, salute, formation commands, and roleplay lines. Players see these through command wheels and class-specific menus ~~rather than raw enum names~~.		Voice phrases include infantry orders, artillery calls, naval phrases, cheers, insults, compliments, surrender, salute, formation commands, and roleplay lines. Players see these through command wheels and class-specific menus.

	~~{{Card_grid\|content=~~		For related systems, see [[Orders]], [[User Interface]], [[Naval Combat]], and [[Roleplay]].
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	~~{{Card\|title=~~User Interface~~\|link=User Interface\|image=User-Interface.webp\|description=Command wheels~~, ~~P menu, scoreboards, player menus, and platform controls.}}~~
	~~{{Card\|title=~~Naval Combat~~\|link=Naval Combat\|image=Naval-Combat.webp\|description=Ship voice lines, captain orders, boarding calls, repairs, sails~~, and ~~broadsides.}}~~
	~~{{Card\|title=~~Roleplay~~\|link=Roleplay\|image=Roleplay.webp\|description=Linebattles, regiments, music, community play, and social commands~~.}}
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	~~The enum page confirms a wide voice phrase list. For wiki use, it is clearer to group them~~ by purpose.		Voice phrases are grouped here by purpose.

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	{{!}} '''Support calls''' {{!}}{{!}} Medic, Help, Good Shot, Get Down, Stay Calm, Reinforce.		{{!}} '''Support calls''' {{!}}{{!}} Medic, Help, Good Shot, Get Down, Stay Calm, Reinforce.
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	{{!}} '''Seasonal / special''' {{!}}{{!}} Brains and Scared ~~appear in the enum list as~~ special phrases.		{{!}} '''Seasonal / special''' {{!}}{{!}} Brains and Scared are special phrases.
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	Age of Sail expanded naval communication heavily~~. The enum list includes many~~ ship phrases, and ~~4.x release notes added~~ new voice acting for ship capture and sinking events.		Age of Sail expanded naval communication heavily, including ship phrases and new voice acting for ship capture and sinking events.

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	~~Important~~ voice and communication ~~updates reflected here~~:		Key voice and communication changes:

	* '''1.x:''' New faction voice lines and roleplay gestures appeared across early updates.		* '''1.x:''' New faction voice lines and roleplay gestures appeared across early updates.

Xarkanoth at 22:24, 6 July 2026

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<div class="hf-toc-category">On this page</div>
<div>[[#overview|Overview]]</div>
<div>[[#voip|Proximity Voice Chat (VoIP)]]</div>
<div>[[#order-wheel|Tactical Voice Commands]]</div>
<div>[[#musician|Musician Interface]]</div>
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{{Release_section
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|title=Voice Communication & Command Systems
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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the communication protocols in Holdfast: Nations At War. Effective communication — whether through proximity chat or standardised tactical commands — is essential for coordination on the battlefield.
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{{Release_section
|id=voip
|title=Proximity Voice Chat (VoIP)
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Holdfast utilises a '''spatialised proximity voice system'''. Audio volume scales based on your physical distance from other players; notably, this includes enemy combatants.

'''Important:''' The game strictly utilises '''Push-to-Talk (PTT)'''. There is no "Open Mic" or "Toggle" functionality available, to ensure a clean acoustic environment.

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! Action !! PC (Default) !! Xbox (Default) !! PS5 (Default) !! Indicator
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{{!}} '''Transmit Voice''' {{!}}{{!}} Hold Y {{!}}{{!}} Hold Y {{!}}{{!}} Hold Triangle {{!}}{{!}} Microphone icon appears above the health bar.
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{{!}} '''Global Mute''' {{!}}{{!}} Press K {{!}}{{!}} Settings Menu {{!}}{{!}} Settings Menu {{!}}{{!}} Speaker icon with a strike-through appears on HUD.
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{{!}} '''Mute Individual''' {{!}}{{!}} Press P {{!}}{{!}} Menu > Scoreboard {{!}}{{!}} Options > Scoreboard {{!}}{{!}} Used to silence specific players via the scoreboard.
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'''Console Troubleshooting: Party Chat Conflicts'''

If you are currently in an Xbox Live Party or PlayStation Party, the in-game PTT system may be overridden by the console's OS. To resolve this:

* '''Priority Settings:''' Switch the console party setting from "Party Chat" to "Game Chat."
* '''System Override:''' On certain firmware versions, holding the PTT button (Y / Triangle) may bypass party chat, but switching to Game Chat is the most reliable method for consistent communication.
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{{Release_section
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|title=Tactical Voice Commands (Order Wheel)
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The Voice Command system allows players to issue pre-recorded, period-accurate tactical orders. These commands are audible to nearby players and often include a text notification in the chat log. These do not require a microphone.

'''Command Execution'''

* '''PC:''' Hold V to bring up the menu, then use the mouse to select the desired command.
* '''Xbox:''' Hold the View Button, navigate the wheel with the Analog Stick, and press A to confirm.
* '''PS5:''' Hold the Touchpad, navigate with the Analog Stick, and press Cross (X) to confirm.

'''Class-Specific Variations'''

Commands are dynamically updated based on your selected class:

* '''Officers / Sergeants:''' Focus on tactical manoeuvres (e.g., "Fire!", "Form Line!", "Fix Bayonets!").
* '''Sailors:''' Focus on naval operations (e.g., "Raise Sails!", "Man the Cannons!").
* '''General Infantry:''' Standardised responses and shouts (e.g., "Cheers," "Retreat!").
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{{Release_section
|id=musician
|title=Musician Interface (PC & Console)
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While Musicians use the same movement controls as infantry, their primary "communication" is through morale-boosting instruments.

* '''Selection:''' Access your instrument via the weapon scroll/selection wheel.
* '''Activation:''' Use the Primary Attack (Left Click / RT / R2) to begin playing.
* '''Song Selection:''' While the instrument is equipped, use the Reload key (R / X / Square) to cycle through available tunes.
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