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. BTW shame you can'd add a poll.
Who here is going to use voice chat?
nRage
I preferably don't want to use it as it's too much hastle setting it all up. I was just wondering if i'm alone on this as i'll be joining a guild, and if most guilds use voice chat they won't really allow me in, so are you guys mostly going to use it or not . BTW shame you can'd add a poll.
or not . BTW shame you can'd add a poll.
Ensign
If you stick to a PvE-centered guild you should be fine. Voicechat is more of a social thing there, hardly critical.
A PvP guild without voicechat? Welcome to the loser's bracket.
Peace,
-CxE
A PvP guild without voicechat? Welcome to the loser's bracket.
Peace,
-CxE
nRage
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If you stick to a PvE-centered guild you should be fine. Voicechat is more of a social thing there, hardly critical.
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only choice really...
Pinger
I wouldnt use chat down to my colourful language, when im annoyed I'm vocal so TS would get me banned from channels
Executioner
Yeah ive been struggling with the idea of using teamspeak... since i have paper thin walls and a baby in the next room... Ill most likely not use it for PvE since theres not much competiveness.
I would think that most guilds use it in GvG/PvP as its a 100 times faster to communicate with your guild m8 than typing, thats another reason for me finding a euro guild, so i dont wake the whole street at 2 am in the morning screaming, HEAL ME, HEAL ME !!!!
I would think that most guilds use it in GvG/PvP as its a 100 times faster to communicate with your guild m8 than typing, thats another reason for me finding a euro guild, so i dont wake the whole street at 2 am in the morning screaming, HEAL ME, HEAL ME !!!!
Saidin
PvP without voicechat will definitely end up being at a disadvantage over the long run.
I don't know a team that doesn't use it for pvp.
I don't know a team that doesn't use it for pvp.
IceD'Bear
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Yeah ive been struggling with the idea of using teamspeak... since i have paper thin walls and a baby in the next room...
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nRage
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I'm sure ArenaNet will be working on solutions to close the gap between teams on voice chat and those just typing their lives away.
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BunnyMaster
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thats another reason for me finding a euro guild, so i dont wake the whole street at 2 am in the morning screaming, HEAL ME, HEAL ME !!!!
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I'm in a US/Euro-guild/clan/thingie with some multi-lingual members and, depending on who's online, we change the main language from English to German to French or even Finnish (Funnish as I like to call it). But yes, just using the headsets is way better then trying to read the chatbox InGame. Just make sure that the majority (especially the Teamleader) has a microphone.
Btw, our clan allows it's members to shout/curse or even throw things at their microphone to vent their anger. As long as they return to their normal state and pick up where they left
Ensign
There hopefully will be some improvements made to the in-game interface, but there really is no substitute for voicechat in game - it's just faster and more robust than anything you can do with text.
I'll agree with IceD'Bear, though - you don't have to speak to use voicechat. Just log into the program, turn off your mic, and listen to everyone else. As long as you're not calling the shots it isn't too big of a hinderance not being able to talk. You just need to be able to coordinate, to communicate strategy, and just listening in and following along will cut it most of the time.
You really don't want eight people jabbering non-stop on teamspeak, anyway. =p
Peace,
-CxE
I'll agree with IceD'Bear, though - you don't have to speak to use voicechat. Just log into the program, turn off your mic, and listen to everyone else. As long as you're not calling the shots it isn't too big of a hinderance not being able to talk. You just need to be able to coordinate, to communicate strategy, and just listening in and following along will cut it most of the time.
You really don't want eight people jabbering non-stop on teamspeak, anyway. =p
Peace,
-CxE
Aladdar
When I play pvp matches I use it, but my mic doesn't work so I just listen. It's actually the way we prefer it, only 2 people are allowed to talk the leader and the target caller. The only other time you're allowed to speak is if it's crucial
(Target is enchanted, somebody remove; ghostly hero's going down, monk down, etc...) Other than that you keep yourself quiet.
(Target is enchanted, somebody remove; ghostly hero's going down, monk down, etc...) Other than that you keep yourself quiet.
The Human Torch
I've heard alot about teamspeak and there's some stuff I'm not clear on. Like, is there any cost associated with using teamspeak besides purchasing the program and headphones? If so, I doubt anyone in our guild will get it, as we'd try to use one of those programs that automatically types whatever you say into the microphone. Of course, I don't know if that would be compatible with guild wars. Can anyone verify that this would work, and if not, i think GW could close the gap between those with teamspeak and those with just microphones that type what they say.
Weezer_Blue
My guild will be using a TS server.
Sin
Does anyone know if we could use a "talk and type" thing so you talk and it types in the team channel of chat?
Just wondered figuring alot of people might not set it up or have reasons they don't maybe computer not that great (like mine), so they type. Would be better than having to type everything, even if not as good as an actualy team speak.
Just wondered figuring alot of people might not set it up or have reasons they don't maybe computer not that great (like mine), so they type. Would be better than having to type everything, even if not as good as an actualy team speak.
Auh
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I've heard alot about teamspeak and there's some stuff I'm not clear on. Like, is there any cost associated with using teamspeak besides purchasing the program and headphones?
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I'll be using TeamSpeak.
Raumoheru
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I've heard alot about teamspeak and there's some stuff I'm not clear on. Like, is there any cost associated with using teamspeak besides purchasing the program and headphones? If so, I doubt anyone in our guild will get it, as we'd try to use one of those programs that automatically types whatever you say into the microphone. Of course, I don't know if that would be compatible with guild wars. Can anyone verify that this would work, and if not, i think GW could close the gap between those with teamspeak and those with just microphones that type what they say.
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or you can have a seperate PC you set up to host the server.
I use TS a lot because i have been in a few clans for FPS games, it is a whole lot better then trying to type all the time and the dreadfull "sit in one spot so we can type out what we need"
LordFu
I really can't understand people's reluctance to use voice chat programs. They're really not hard to figure out (with the exception of a relative few hardware issues). Ensign couldn't be more right. To be competitive, it is a requirement.
Ren Falconhand
Our Guild(The Harpers) will be using Teamspeak once we finish configuring ti server. But It is not a requirement to join.
Shrapnel_Magnet
On another note, TS and/or Ventrillo is not really that hard to set up at all. I, too, was leery at first and expected problems. However, I was pleasantly suprised with the ease of use.
So if you're not really that interested in it simply because you fear that it won't work or something will go wrong... don't. Besides, after using it last event, I can't imagine a Guild Battle without it.
So if you're not really that interested in it simply because you fear that it won't work or something will go wrong... don't. Besides, after using it last event, I can't imagine a Guild Battle without it.
Manderlock
you dont need money to host a ts server, my clan has one. it *is* a public server, but we just kick anyone that trys to come in. (thats only happend two times sense we have had it)
mechaman
The Guild I'll be starting with my friend will require TS. You don't need to have a microphone, just be able to hear your leader give instructions.
Synthos
Voice chat with limited amount of players can be fun, but for everyone to hear voice chat? Im not interested, ive had voice chat in my games before. Im not interested in hearing 13 year olds being obnoxious and people making obcene noises and such. Give a moron a microphone and watch everyone else suffer.
Cotton Swab Bob
I play in the Tombs a lot with a 56k that somehow moves the game lagfree. I'd like to know if voice chatting could hinder my netspeed. I don't want to be denied a team simply because of my connection which has no problem moving the game without voices.
Scythens
In my opinion being able to talk instead of type while you're playing the game makes things much more efficient and fun.
I'm definitely going to be using voice chat.
It's not that hard to set up either; it takes only 5 minutes of your time (if that). Then everytime you want to play just boot up Ventrilo or TeamSpeak and join your guild's server.
I use Ventrilo for my RavenShield clan and it give you no lag issues--I doubt it will give you any issues in-game. However, I'm on cable so 56k may be a different story.
I'm definitely going to be using voice chat.
It's not that hard to set up either; it takes only 5 minutes of your time (if that). Then everytime you want to play just boot up Ventrilo or TeamSpeak and join your guild's server.
I use Ventrilo for my RavenShield clan and it give you no lag issues--I doubt it will give you any issues in-game. However, I'm on cable so 56k may be a different story.
mechaman
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Voice chat with limited amount of players can be fun, but for everyone to hear voice chat? Im not interested, ive had voice chat in my games before. Im not interested in hearing 13 year olds being obnoxious and people making obcene noises and such. Give a moron a microphone and watch everyone else suffer.
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ratatass
Using Teamspeak for the event...and if we are few www.skype.com - enormously good sound...tested with 5 players - free...
Davion
Oh I plan on utilizing it.
One of the biggest reasons I opted for the Collector's Edition. It comes with Teamspeak apparatus in box.
Up until I pick up my retail copy I will continue as is. (no not typing)
Oddly, myself and a buddy of mine having been playing online games together for the last 5-6 years. For one, we innately know what the other is thinking, even without speaking. (differing styles..he is melee..warrior..I have always been ranged or mixed combo as needed to cover or lead off if situation denotes) Over time, we have come to pre-think each others actions. If I call it, he's already charging it, and vice versa.
Because we both have same cell phone company..inter member user calls are free. (laughing at irony) So in essence, we have been using a form of teamspeak all this time. We've always hooked into the game with cell's on and chargers plugged. (NOT advisable for most people unless you are ABSOLUTELY aware of your cell provider's plans)
Upon release of the game we plan to switch our operations; so to speak; over to the teamspeak in game setup.(just merely switching our hardware)
But I do highly recommend microphone play over typing.
Just in time saving alone, we can communicate concise points of order and execution with little voicing. (simple audibles that we have come to use and understand)
NEVER leave town without it.
One of the biggest reasons I opted for the Collector's Edition. It comes with Teamspeak apparatus in box.
Up until I pick up my retail copy I will continue as is. (no not typing)
Oddly, myself and a buddy of mine having been playing online games together for the last 5-6 years. For one, we innately know what the other is thinking, even without speaking. (differing styles..he is melee..warrior..I have always been ranged or mixed combo as needed to cover or lead off if situation denotes) Over time, we have come to pre-think each others actions. If I call it, he's already charging it, and vice versa.
Because we both have same cell phone company..inter member user calls are free. (laughing at irony) So in essence, we have been using a form of teamspeak all this time. We've always hooked into the game with cell's on and chargers plugged. (NOT advisable for most people unless you are ABSOLUTELY aware of your cell provider's plans)
Upon release of the game we plan to switch our operations; so to speak; over to the teamspeak in game setup.(just merely switching our hardware)
But I do highly recommend microphone play over typing.
Just in time saving alone, we can communicate concise points of order and execution with little voicing. (simple audibles that we have come to use and understand)
NEVER leave town without it.
Darkmane
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Just the microphone. You need money to host servers on TS, But there are some servers where they provide free-service.
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areku
Guilds without some sort of voice chat are surely to be pitied. Once you get your guildmates into ts/vent, you'll notice how people will start to build up closer relationships to each other. Competing in pvp w/o voice chat is more than pathetic, noone wil question this, I think. There's just no way your team leader can give commands to any team member that fast while typing.
Greentongue
I suspect the female gamers have an issue with using voice chat. Kind of hard to disguise that you are female.
With Guilds, the maturity of the people you talk to is a little more controlled. I expect that having a Guild member "hitting on" other members would be dealt with rather quickly by the Guild leadership.
With Guilds, the maturity of the people you talk to is a little more controlled. I expect that having a Guild member "hitting on" other members would be dealt with rather quickly by the Guild leadership.
baranovan
I have been using voice chat with the same people for over 1 year, and since most of them will be playing Guild Wars with me, well I'll just continue using it. As someone already mentioned, it's a social thing ...
Arcala
Yeah, I use voice chat.. As many have said before me; when in PvP, a team with voice chat has a big advantage over a team without it.
-Arc
-Arc
chalt2
TeamSpeak and other platforms like it are a necessity in a game like this in my opinion, regardless of PvE or PvP I think. When you are in the pre and post Lions Arch areas and missions and the adds you can draw may come in from the blind side taking time to type may be the last thing you do, same in PvP.
Add to this the fact that in our Guild we have people from all over playing, what better way to get a plan together than the ability to talk it through.
Our Guild will be using TeamSpeak
Add to this the fact that in our Guild we have people from all over playing, what better way to get a plan together than the ability to talk it through.
Our Guild will be using TeamSpeak
Sandron
voice coms in this game will be invaluable. My guild will be using it. There are numerous advantages...most go without saying
LordFu
Yes, maturity of people on your voice comm can become an issue, but I don't hesitate to hand out perma-bans to the smacktards of the world. I don't have time for stupidity on my TS server.
BunnyMaster
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I suspect the female gamers have an issue with using voice chat. Kind of hard to disguise that you are female.
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Why would someone want to hide that they're female? Everyone knows that (most) females are favorited by (most of) the players. When I make a fem char - doesn't matter which game - I get flooded with offers, chats and even marriage proposals.Quote:
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With Guilds, the maturity of the people you talk to is a little more controlled. I expect that having a Guild member "hitting on" other members would be dealt with rather quickly by the Guild leadership.
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nRage
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Originally Posted by Sin
Does anyone know if we could use a "talk and type" thing so you talk and it types in the team channel of chat?
Just wondered figuring alot of people might not set it up or have reasons they don't maybe computer not that great (like mine), so they type. Would be better than having to type everything, even if not as good as an actualy team speak. |