Sonar

• Fixed an install bug that caused Sonar to display a startup error message: “Startup error encountered. Please retry. ERROR: 3762504530.” This issue has been resolved, allowing for smooth startup and user experience. We apologize for any inconvenience this issue may have caused and appreciate your understanding as we work continuously to improve your experience.

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GG

• GG will now remember your last active app when closed and will return to that app when GG is reloaded.

Sonar

• We’ve added new Game EQ presets for you: Monster Hunter Wilds, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and WWE 2K25.
• Fixed a bug where user-modified volume settings were not retained after restarting the computer.
• Minor bugfixes and improvements to enhance overall performance and stability.

Engine

• Optimized internal mechanisms for better device state management, especially after Windows power management
• Fixed a bug in Prism where lighting zones on the Rival 3 mouse would sometimes not be in sync.

Moments

• We’ve performed some security updates and fixed some minor issues to improve stability.

3DAT

• New League Points distribution! The longer the level and the better medal you get – the more League Points you will receive. We reward your time spent on training and performance!

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Sonar

• Linked Playback Devices: Tired of changing playback devices individually for game, chat, media, and aux? Now you can link the playback devices across all channels! Changing the device in one channel will automatically apply the same setting everywhere, making your audio management seamless.
• Device Manager: Users can now control all aspects of their devices from one central location! With the new Device Manager, you can easily manage your backup device switch, modify priority, and exclude device shortcuts. Discover more about the features of the Device Manager here: https://support.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/34430664112909-Sound-device-manager
• Fixed a bug where Alias Pro controls were not always available after a GG restart.
• Fixed a bug causing recording to start late when using the record sample in microphone channel.
• Fixed a bug where peak meter was not displayed when recording sound in an app routed to microphone channel.
• Fixed a bug where under certain condition apps were not detected in the routing area

Engine

• Rapid Tap is now available for Apex 7 and Apex 9 keyboards! Speed up your movement with up to 5 customizable Rapid Tap key pairs.
• Firmware Update: Apex 9 TKL and Apex 9 Mini [v1.19.9]:
  • Bug fixes for Rapid Tap functionality
• For security purposes, System Monitor has been disabled
• Prism Updates:
  • Fixed an issue where the Apex 3 TKL did not match its’ physical counterpart
  • Fixed an issue where devices could be covered up by lighting customization options
• Added new EQ Presets for Nova 5/5P/5X, Arctis GameBuds/X: Cult of the Lamb, Doki Doki Literature Club!, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension, Fortnite Ballistic, Life is Strange: Double Exposure

Moments

• We’ve fixed auto-clipping events for Fortnite’s new season, ensuring Headshot clips are captured correctly. Additionally, for Warzone’s latest season, we’ve addressed issues with Victory, Top Placed, and Kill events so you never miss a key moment.
• We’ve also improved navigation visibility for auto-clipping events
• Plus, we’ve started rolling out our new automatic capture mode, which records only your gameplay when conditions are just right (Win11, no exclusive mode)—so you get the best moments without unnecessary distractions like desktop elements out of your game.

QuickSet

• You gave us feedback, we listened! We’ve added the option to disable QuickSet Profiles to give you the outmost flexibility to use Profiles whenever you want to. Play games, not settings.
• We’ve also updated our onboarding for QuickSet, giving you easy control over your profiles, keyboard presets, and Sonar presets, all from the start.

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Sonar

• We’ve added Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Game EQ Preset.
• Minor UI bugfixes.

Engine

• Arctis GameBuds/X Enhancements: You can now switch your connection mode by selecting either “2.4GHz WIRELESS” or “BLUETOOTH” within the device configuration window.
• Prism UI Updates! We’ve reimagined Prism to make your creative lighting experience smoother, faster and more intuitive. Dual panel experience so you can customize your effects quicker.

Moments

• Moments now supports auto-clipping for Marvel Rivals. By default, auto-clipping will be triggered for Multi-KO (three or more eliminations in rapid succession) and during Overtime, when the action is at its peak!
• We’ve also fixed some auto-clipping events for Fortnite following the latest game update, including Quest Completed, Top 3, and Match Completed.

3DAT

• Refresh of Starter Missions – Much better UI/UX, more missions and LP rewards for completing the mission!

QuickSet

• Minor updates to the onboarding experience.

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Sonar

• We’ve added new Game EQ Presets for you: Fortnite Ballistic, Doki Doki Literature Club!, Cult of the Lamb, and Fantasian Neo Dimension.
• Fixed a bug where selected playback devices during onboarding were incorrectly retained if the user navigated back during the backup device witch screen.
• Fixed a bug where playing multiple test sounds simultaneously would result in all samples playing at once without stopping the previous one.
• Fixed a bug where, in some cases, Sonar’s status was not correctly displayed on Nova OLED screens.

Engine

• Audio Visualizer is now available in Prism! Let your music control your RGB and show your full audio spectrum on your RGB keyboard.
• Updated System Monitor for better compatibility with newer CPUs and GPUs.
• Added new EQ Presets for Nova 5/5P/5X, Arctis GameBuds/X: Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, Factorio, Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, Infinity Nikki, LEGO® Horizon Adventures™, Marvel Rivals, UFL.

QuickSet

• Fixed a bug where QuickSet would sometimes not switch back to Desktop.
• Fixed a bug where certain apps would not have their icons shown in QuickSet on MacOS

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Moments

• We’ve fixed an unexpected issue related to Moments’s interface

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Sonar

• We’ve added LEGO Horizon Adventures Game Preset.
• Bugfixes and improvements.

Engine

• Arctis GameBuds/X Firmware Update and UI Enhancements: We’ve improved the layout of our mic and audio widgets to create a more intuitive user experience. In this update, you’ll find:
  • A new widget “Volume” which allows the adjustment of playback volume for 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connection mode.
  • Microphone-related controls are now consolidated on the left side of the interface, while audio-related widgets are grouped on the right.
  • Restore Factory Default button repositioned to the bottom of the configuration window.
• Prism: Minor UI updates.

Moments

• Moments now supports auto-clipping for Path of Exile 2. By default, auto-clipping will be triggered for Boss Defeat and Death events, which might help you understand why and how you died in this KO!
• A new capture mode is available for Beta users, allowing you to capture only your gameplay, even if you’re playing in windowed mode or have external elements appearing on your screen.
• We’ve slightly improved the Export flow to ease your experience.

3DAT

• UPDATE: Casual Page & Difficulty Navigation – Quickly pick the challenge level you want.
• UPDATE: Global Aim Rank Page – Track your progress in a clean, streamlined view.
• UPDATE: Profile Modal – Enjoy a more intuitive way to see you and your friends stats.

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Sonar

• We’ve added new Game Presets for you: Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, Marvel Rivals, Infinity Nikki and UFL
• Minor improvements and bugfix

Engine

• Added new EQ Presets for Nova 5/5P/5X, Arctis GameBuds/X: Delta Force, Dragon Age™: The Veilguard, Dungeon Fighter Online, Just Dance 2025 Edition, Path of Exile 2, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

Moments

• Fixed Rainbow Six Siege autoclips after latest game update
• Fixed Fortnite Distance Shot autoclip

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Sonar

• New game presets for the following titles: Path of Exile 2, Delta Force and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake
• Minor bug fixes to improve overall performance and stability

Engine

• Apex 9 TKL and Apex 9 Mini Firmware Update:
  • Fixed an issue where actuation changes would sometimes not sync to Engine
• Fixed an issue where the Apex 5 Turkish layout had an incorrect layout in Prism
• Fixed an issue on MacOS where Prism would sometimes not open from a device config window
• Other minor bug fixes and improvements

QuickSet - Early Access

• We are excited to announce that QuickSet now enables Sonar game audio auto-switching when you start up a game or manually change QuickSet profiles. QuickSet is currently available in early access to users with an Apex Pro keyboard. We are planning on rolling out QuickSet (that now includes Sonar integration) in multiple phases over the coming months as we move from early access to full release. This allows us to incorporate initial feedback on the experience and make any changes before we roll out to a larger group. The first phase is available for Apex Pro keyboard users. The second phase will include all SteelSeries audio device users. The final phase will include all Sonar users (regardless of if you are using a SteelSeries audio device or not). We know that this is a highly requested feature from our community and we look forward to making this accessible to all users in the near term.
• The overlay settings have been updated for finer control. You can now toggle overlays just for shortcut triggered QuickSet profile switching
• Fixed an issue where QuickSet overlays would sometimes overlap
• Fixed an issue where the UI would be incorrect with some languages
• Other minor bug fixes and improvements

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Sonar

• Added new Game presets for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Dragon Age™: The Veilguard and Dungeon Fighter Online
• Minor bugfixes and improvements

Engine

• The Apex 3 and Apex 3 TKL keyboards are now available in Prism! Check it out to enhance and unify your device lighting with Prism presets and effects!
• Added new EQ Presets for Nova 5/5P/5X, Arctis GameBuds/X: COD: Black Ops 6, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Dragon ball: Sparking! ZERO, EA Sports FC™ 25, Final Fantasy XVI, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Silent Hill 2, Throne and Liberty.
• Arctis GameBuds/X: Firmware Update:
  • Optimize Arctis GameBuds/X Mic Gain in PS5
  • Optimize Arctis GameBuds/X volume in Xbox
  • Fixed an issue related to incoming call’s ringtone
  • Updated Arctis GameBuds/X default volume
  • General stability and functionality improvements
  • In Call Controls and Others list, added “Three Second Hold In Case” description

Moments

• Fixed and updated auto-clipping events for Call of Duty: Warzone Season 01.
• Resolved an issue where Reaction Clipping could not be deactivated when Auto-Clipping was turned ON or OFF
• Minor bugfixes and improvements

3DAT

• New UI of 3D Aim Trainer Page in GG!

QuickSet

• Custom Profiles are now available! Custom profiles can be created to quickly switch between device and Prism configs without needing to assign a game or app.
• You can now assign shortcuts to your QuickSet profiles! Assign them to your favorite profiles for even faster switching.
• QuickSet profiles can now be renamed.
• Fixed an issue where some keyboard presets were not deploying correctly on the Apex Pro Mini (Wired).

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