30 May 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- Every user has unique needs so we’ve introduced a new feature that allows you to disable and re-enable Media and Aux channels with just a few clicks. When you disable a channel, it’s also removed from the Windows taskbar audio section, helping to keep your interface clean and clutter-free.
- We’ve rolled out new game presets: XDefiant, Gray Zone Warfare, Grounded, and Resident Evil Village.
- Minor bugfix
Moments
- We’ve added the ability to create and save new trims from your clips, it is now available in the Editor. Adjust your clip in the timeline and save it as a new clip in your gallery. Keep the gold and save disk space!
- We’ve changed some of the controls in the Editor to ease your experience, you will discover a new vertical control panel where you can find Screenshot Extractor and Trim features.
- We’ve also adapted the clip Gallery filter system so you can easily find your trims and edited clips.
- We’ve fixed an issue where the Voice Clipping non-default options were not kept.
- We’ve fixed an issue where the auto-clip preferences are not persisting after a GG restart.
- We’ve fixed a minor issue related to Export video including effects.
Engine
- Minor UI Bugfix and improvements for Arctis Nova 5/X
- Apex Pro full size & Apex Pro TKL: Firmware updates
- Adds new OLED icons for config number, lock indicators, and Rapid Trigger
- Adds option to display key actuation level (off by default).
- Change the word “profile” to “config” in OLED menus
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14 May 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- In the previous GG version, we shadow dropped shortcuts to change playback devices. As we want to provide more value at each release it just got an upgrade. Now, when you switch playback devices with shortcuts, an overlay will confirm the successful change.
- The equalizer preset formerly known as “default” has shed its old skin and embraced a new, more descriptive name: flat. Simple, right? It’s the same great sound, just with a more intuitive label.
- We’re excited to introduce two new Equalizer presets: We’ve crafted a preset for No rest for the wicked and one for Call of Duty Modern Warfare III. We’ve teamed up with the pros to create an amazing preset for Call of Duty Modern Warfare III enthusiasts. Faze Clan: COD MWII by ATL Faze is now available among the Sonar Game presets. These presets are born from our passion to help you fine-tuning your audio to perfection.
Engine
- Fixes an issue where “Repeat while Pressed” binding did not set key direction back to down
- Apex Pro TKL Wireless: Firmware Update
- Adds new OLED icons for config number, lock indicators, and Rapid Trigger
- Adds option to display key actuation level (off by default)
- Change the word “profile” to “config” in OLED menus
- Added support for Bluetooth Swift Pairing (will not impacting existing connections)
- Improved Bluetooth pairing lighting feedback
- Apex Pro Mini and Apex Pro TKL (2023): Firmware Update
- Adds new OLED icons for config number, lock indicators, and Rapid Trigger
- Adds option to display key actuation level (off by default).
- Change the word “profile” to “config” in OLED menus
- Fix an issue with Alt+Tab, Shift+Tab, and Alt+F4 not working when Windows lock is enabled
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06 May 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- We’ve been on a bug-busting mission. First things first, let’s talk about that pesky bug in GG 60.0/60.1. Some of you experienced an issue where your audio devices would switch every time your PC went to sleep or restarted. We heard your feedback loud and clear. We’re really sorry for the inconvenience and the potential mix-up during your gaming sessions. We’ve been working hard to squash these bugs.
So, what’s the fix? We’ve released an update that puts an end to all the issues. No more unexpected device swaps and no more excluded devices joining the party uninvited. To help you understand the magic behind the scenes, we’ve put together a detailed FAQ. That’s your golden ticket to understanding how the Backup device switch works in Sonar. Knowledge is power, and we want you to have all the power!
- And because we love to keep the good times rolling, we’re also dropping some fresh Game presets to enhance your audio experience. Get ready to immerse yourself in the worlds of Fallout 76, Content Warning, Path of Exile, Farlight 84, Vampire the Masquerade, and Star Citizen with tailor-made EQ settings that will make your ears feel like they’re in audio heaven!
Engine
- Minor bug fixes
- Fixed an issue where Engine Gear tab would not load without internet connection in certain conditions
Moments
- Moments now supports auto-clipping for Helldivers 2! Auto-clipping will be triggered for killstreaks at x20, x50, and x100, if you’re a killing machine. It will also trigger when you get eliminated, because those moments can be memorable too.
- We’ve fixed and updated some events related to other supported auto-clipping games such as Fortnite headshots (Chapter 5 Season 2).
- We’ve removed the ‘Elevated Capture’ option, as it was no longer useful based on the latest updates to the Moments Capture Engine
- We’ve fixed minor issues related to Screenshot Extractor functionality.
3D Aim Trainer
- Introducing the new and improved player interface in the game lobby. Get ready to level up your gaming experience!
- Discover stunning new badges and showcase your assessment!
- Play new, exciting casual play levels!
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10 Apr 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Engine
- Fixed an issue with error reporting
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03 Apr 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- Guess what? Sonar just got a cool upgrade! Now you can arrange your backup devices like a playlist. Just drag and drop to tell Sonar which device to jump to next if one goes on a break. It’s super easy and all on the settings page.
- Sonar’s got you covered with some serious performance boosts. Get ready for some speed because Sonar is now way quicker to start up, so you can get to enjoy the best possible sound in a flash.
- Dive into your convos without the background buzz : ClearCast AI is now on for everyone by default!
- New presets : Guild Wars 2, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Alone in the Dark, Last Epoch, Horizon Forbidden West™
Engine
- Apex Pro Mini:
- Fixed a bug on French and Nordic layouts where some lighting & keybind changes would apply to the incorrect keys.
- Various Bug Fixes
Moments
- Moments is adding a new feature with the ability to take screenshots directly from the clip editing page thanks to a Screenshot button, as well as the ability to take screenshots with a hotkey. The screenshots will be saved in a new ‘Screenshots’ folder as PNG files
- We’ve also improved the Text effect with the ability to scale and resize in the Editor.
- The ability to switch between GSDK versions 2.4 and 2.5 will be available out of beta for 20% of our user base to monitor and stabilize the new GSDK 2.5 version
- We’ve improved autoclip support for ‘double kill’ and ‘triple kill’ events in Warzone
- We’ve updated autoclipping events for Fortnite Chapter 5 Season.
- We’ve fixed an issue related to Fortnite Victory autoclip events not being detected on 21:9 screens.
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19 Mar 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- We’ve extended our volume & mute overlay feature! Now, when you adjust the volume or mute your audio using the on-device controls of Alias and Alias Pro, you’ll see convenient on-screen overlays. You can customize your overlay experience from the setting page.
- Every creak and whisper is now more spine-chilling than ever, ensuring you’re fully immersed in this ghostly investigation with our new Phasmophobia preset. We’ve also crafted an Atlas Fallen preset that enhances the game’s epic soundscapes that will envelops you in its ancient world.
Engine
Moments
- We’ve added a small but useful improvement to the Editor view that allows you to navigate quickly between your clips, thanks to the new Previous/Next buttons.
- Fixed an issue where Battle.net games were not showing in Moment Game Detection Settings
- Minor bugs fixes
3D Aim Trainer
- Daily Challenges are here! Every day brings a fresh, pulse-pounding test of skill. Climb those leaderboards, earn Challenge Tokens, and cement your status as the ultimate aimer! Join the action now and show the world what you’re made of!
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12 Mar 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Moments
- Fixed an issue related to YouTube sharing compliance.
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06 Mar 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- We’ve introduced Overlays for mute and volume shortcuts. Now, you can keep your eyes on the game and still have complete control over your audio levels with these intuitive on-screen indicators.
- New Game presets are out! Navigate the post-apocalyptic world of DayZ with heightened auditory senses, track your prey with precision in Way of the Hunter, rule the high seas with the Skull and Bones preset, and drop into the frenetic fray of Helldivers 2 with sound so real, you’ll be checking for mud on your boots.
- Resetting an imported preset/config? Fear not! No more flat-EQ when you reset an imported preset. Feel free to play around to personalize it and come back to the one you imported.
- For our Arctis Nova Wireless device users, we’ve added a wireless status icon (online/offline) in the backup device switch setting page, so you can keep an eye on your connection while setting up your backup devices
- We’ve fixed a bug that caused no-sound when changing sound format in Windows settings or while using Windows Mixed Reality/Oculus apps.
- We’ve also made some minor bug fixes and improvements to ensure Sonar runs smoothly and your audio experience is uninterrupted.
Engine
- Fixes an issue where a firmware update would not complete successfully under certain conditions
- Apex Pro TKL Wireless & Apex Pro Mini Wireless: Firmware updates
- Fixes an issue where keystrokes were getting dropped during wake-up
- Prism:
- Full regional layout support has been added for the Apex 7s, Legacy Apex Pros and Apex 5
Moments
- Moments is adding a NEW FEATURE for the POST-GAME CLIP CAPTURE WINDOW! After you have captured clips from a GSAI Auto-clip enabled game you can now turn on/off the Auto-clips associated with the last played game. Now you can easily capture more clips from GSAI enabled games without having to go into the settings to configure.
- Improved the clickable area for the Gallery Control Strip dropdown menus (Capture, Auto-clipping, Clip Settings, Shortcuts)
- Fixed an issue related to GG not detecting newly installed Battle.net games
- Fixed an issue related to the YouTube sharing interface with a broken scrollbar
- GSAI refinements, bug fixes and stability enhancements.
3D Aim Trainer
- Get hyped, gamers! Introducing our newest feature: Daily Challenges! Every day brings a fresh, pulse-pounding test of skill. Climb those leaderboards, earn Challenge Tokens, and cement your status as the ultimate aimer! Join the action now and show the world what you’re made of!
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21 Feb 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- Sonar audio experts (and hardcore gamers) have crafted the perfect soundscapes for
Lethal Company, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash.
- We’ve introduced an ‘exclude all’ button to the backup device switch settings, making it
a breeze to manage your audio channels. With just one click, you can now exclude a
device from the backup list across all channels, simplifying your setup and saving you
time.
- Spot your Sonar presets at a glance! We’ve updated our preset icons with the Sonar
logo, adding a touch of sleekness to your audio experience
- Fixed an issue that was preventing some users from completing the first-time
onboarding process.
- Fixed a tooltip display issue in the backup device switch settings page
- Fixed a bug that caused app tags to vanish when routing to a disabled channel.
Engine
- Legacy Apex Pro TKL & Legacy Apex Pro Full Size: Firmware updates
- Fixes an issue when adjusting actuation, the number bar lighting would
sometimes not display properly
- Fixed an issue where GameSense events were displaying additional characters
- Prism: Minor bug fix
Moments
- Moments is testing updated video capture and compression software for those who
have enabled BETA MODE. With this BETA FEATURE enabled we hope gamers will notice
improved performance from Moments related to game video capture, compression and
memory usage. The Moments team will monitor feedback and performance in order to
evaluate how best to launch this for all users.
- Fixed issues related to exporting long clips with large file sizes.
- Fixed issues related to game capture not working with some instances of Roblox and Call
of Duty
- GSAI refinements, bug fixes and stability enhancements.
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07 Feb 2024
by The SteelSeries Software Team
Sonar
- Dive into Palworld, Tekken 8, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown with custom Sonar presets designed by SteelSeries audio experts to elevate your gameplay.
- We’ve improved the config/preset import modal screen with a new reference to the channel. Now when importing a config/preset you know exactly to which channel it will be imported.
- Exclusion List UI Enhancement: you can now manage your device preferences with ease using the redesigned side-by-side layout for included/excluded devices (go to GG Settings/Sonar/Backup device switch.)
- Resolved an issue where in some cases the Nova Pro Wireless connection state was not correctly identified.
- Fixed a bug where in some cases sonar UI could freeze upon middle mouse click.
- Minor UI bugfix and improvements for a smoother experience.
Engine
- Minor UI and localization update for Arctis 9, Arctis 7+, Arctis 1 Wireless, Arctis Nova Pro Wireless/X, Arctis Nova 7 & Arctis Nova 4.
- We’ve supercharged our device OLED screens with Bitmap font support! What does this mean? Clearer readability, international characters support, and support for your favorite emojis! A little heads up for keyboards:
- Keyboard OLED screens have been optimized, now displaying two lines for a cleaner look instead of three.
- With this update, if you’re using System Monitor, your device will revert to the default settings. But no worries! A simple and quick setup will have your personalized System Monitor up and running in no time.
Moments
- Moments has added a “Full Screen View” to the Editor Timeline Control Strip. Now when you are editing a video, you can click the new “Full Screen View” button (or simply hit the hot key F) to have the video take up the whole screen. To close the full screen view, click ESC.
- Moments has updated how the EDITOR PLAY HEAD and TIMELINE function. Now when the white VIDEO PLAY HEAD is positioned anywhere on the TIMELINE, you can SLIDE the START or END TRIM MARKERS to the VIDEO PLAY HEAD and they will SNAP IN PLACE. This will make trimming and exporting clips even easier!
- Fixed issue related to some captured clips having desynched audio & video
- GSAI refinements, bug fixes and stability enhancements.
3D Aim Trainer
- Level Up Your Identity! Now, with just a click on your username in the left navigation bar, you can morph your nickname to match your evolving gaming persona! Whether you’re feeling like a stealthy rogue today or a fearless warrior tomorrow, your name can now keep pace with your gaming journey. Dive in, make your mark, and let your name echo your in-game legends!
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