Please use the YouTube player controls to navigate through the series. A transcript for each video can be found on YouTube.
This voice control series was made possible thanks to the knowledge and insight of the Voiced Gaming YouTube channel.
In this voice control series we hope to consolidate the many years of experience in voice control by Voiced Gaming and ourselves into a beginner-friendly tutorial series. The tutorials in this series are aimed at being a helpful resource for new and intermediate voice control users. For more advanced techniques please consider visiting the Voiced Gaming YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/c/VoicedGaming
Some players with clear speaking voices may be considering the possibility of using voice controls as their access method. However, they may not necessarily know where to start.
The SpecialEffect YouTube channel now hosts a voice control video series, consisting of 16 individual videos that aim to assist newcomers to voice controls. You should not need any prior experience or knowledge of voice controls in order to begin this series.
The voice control series is split into several episodes, with some further broken up into smaller parts, with each episode focusing on a particular aspect of voice controls.
Within this article you can find:
- A Playlist of Episodes (at the top of the post)
- Each episode, accompanied by a brief summary of its content
- Download links to software & profiles used in the voice control series
- Links to other SpecialEffect voice control resources
Episodes
Episode 1: Expectations & Equipment
In this episode we talk a new user through the equipment they will need to set up voice controls for both PC and console use. We also discuss some of the benefits and drawbacks of using voice as an input device. Hopefully this episode will aid a beginner in deciding if voice control may be suitable for them to try.
Episode 2: Setting Up for PC
Episode 2 guides a beginner through the physical set-up of equipment needed to use voice controls on a PC. Please note, episode 2 focuses on explaining the setting up of equipment and software only and does not provide information on creating voice control profiles as this will be covered in episodes 5 & 6. Jump down to Download Links for relevant resources.
Episode 3: Setting Up for Console
Episode 3 guides a beginner through setting up voice controls for use on consoles via a PC. It is important to note that while some of the steps are the same as PC, voice control use on consoles requires additional equipment and software. The additional equipment needed is:
- 1 x Titan Two adapter – to connect the PC to the console and convert PC inputs into console inputs.
- G-Tuner IV Software – to load and run the necessary profiles needed to set up the Titan Two.
- 3 x Micro USB cables – to connect everything together.
Jump down to Download Links for relevant resources.
Episode 4: Tips for Using Voice Control
Episode 4 focuses on explaining some potentially helpful tips that may improve the quality of your voice control experience. For example, some tips include how to train your PC to recognise your speech, and what to do if your voice controls regularly mishear certain words.
Episode 5: How to Set Up & Use GAVPI
Episode 5 focuses on guiding a beginner through the early stages of using the free voice control software called GAVPI. This software helps to give a new user a solid understanding of how inputs are produced which can help when making more advanced commands. Episode 5 has been separated into four subsequent parts, so that each part can be focused on individually. These are all available in the above playlist, by using the YouTube player controls. The following episode (Episode 6) covers similar topics but using software called VoiceAttack. VoiceAttack simplifies the user interface which may make it easier to use. VoiceAttack also allows a user to control the mouse pointer via voice.
Please use the YouTube player controls above to navigate through the parts of this episode or use the links in the descriptions below. Jump down to Download Links for relevant resources.
Episode 5.1: Create and Load a Profile in GAVPI
Episode 5.1 shows how you can download & install the software, how you can create and load profiles, as well as how to create your first button press command.
Episode 5.2: Create a Button Press in GAVPI
In episode 5.2 we will guide you through in detail how to set up button presses in GAVPI. Button presses are likely to be one of the most common inputs used in voice controls, and understanding exactly how they function can be important.
Episode 5.3: Hold Down & Stop Commands in GAVPI
Episode 5.3 will guide you through how to create voice commands to hold a button down indefinitely. It will also show you how to release the button and create stop commands. Stop commands are incredibly important when using voice controls as they can be used to release all inputs should you get stuck.
Episode 5.4: Create Macro Commands in GAVPI
Episode 5.4 first introduces what a macro is, and then guides you through how you can string several button inputs together to make a macro of your own. In the video we create a macro to type the word “Hello”. However, macros can be used to replicate many complex functions of a game.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that if you intend to play and use macros online as it may trigger anti-cheat mechanisms. In some instances macros may be seen as giving a player an unfair advantage. If you are in doubt we recommend contacting the developer of your desired game and explaining how and why you intend to use your macros.
Episode 6: How to Set Up & Use VoiceAttack
Episode 6 consists of several subsequent parts each focussing on guiding a new user through various elements of the VoiceAttack software. These are all available in the above playlist, by using the YouTube player controls. The previous episode (episode 5) covers similar topics but using free software called GAVPI. GAVPI is entirely free and helps to give a new user a solid understanding of how inputs are produced which can help when making more advanced commands, whilst VoiceAttack simplifies the user interface which may make it easier to use. VoiceAttack also allows a user to control the mouse pointer via voice.
Please use the YouTube player controls above to navigate through the parts of this episode or use the links in the descriptions below. Jump down to Download Links for relevant resources.
Episode 6.1: How to Load a Profile in VoiceAttack
Episode 6.1 gives a breakdown of the capabilities of the VoiceAttack software, and instructions on how to install the software and then guides a new user through how to create and load profiles.
Episode 6.2: How to Create a Button Press in VoiceAttack
Episode 6.2 discusses two potential methods of creating button presses within VoiceAttack.
- The manual method – which mimics each individual action for increased control.
- The simple method – a faster method of creating profiles. However, you lose the ability to control the individual timing of button presses.
Episode 6.3: How to Create Hold Down & Stop Commands in VoiceAttack
Episode 6.3 guides a new user through how they might create button hold commands, and several methods of stop command in order to release them. Stop commands are very important when using voice controls as they can help to release certain commands or reset you back to a neutral state should something go wrong.
Episode 6.4: How to Create Macro Commands in VoiceAttack
Episode 6.4 introduces what a macro is, and then guides you through how you can string several button inputs together to make a macro of your own. In the video we create a macro to type the word “Test”. However, macros can be used to replicate many complex functions of a game.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that if you intend to play and use macros online it may trigger anti cheat mechanisms. In some instances macros may be seen as giving a player an unfair advantage. If you are in doubt we recommend contacting the developer of your desired game and explaining how and why you intend to use your macros.
Episode 6.5: How to Move the Mouse Pointer – Direct Coordinate Control
It is possible to move the mouse pointer using VoiceAttack. There are two main methods by which this can be achieved. In episode 6.5 we will discuss the first of these two methods: Direct Coordinate Control. Direct Coordinate Control moves the mouse pointer to a specific coordinate on the screen no matter where it was originally. This can be useful in games where certain buttons always appear in the same place, such as Menu Options or Hotbar Actions.
Jump down to Download Links for relevant resources.
Episode 6.6: How to Move the Mouse – Continuous Mouse Movement
Episode 6.6 discusses the second method of how to move a mouse pointer via voice control: Continuous Mouse Movement.
Continuous Mouse Movement attempts to replicate the movement of a mouse pointer across the screen in real time. This can be particularly important in three-dimensional games where the mouse pointer often controls where the camera is looking.
Episode 6.7: Continuous Mouse Movement [part 2] – Using Continuous Mouse Movement in a Profile
Episode 6.7 builds upon the ideas discussed in episode 6.6. We discuss two methods of how a new user may wish to try implementing Continuous Mouse Movement into their voice control profiles. This is achieved through the use of a 1-9 naming system, for example, ‘Right 3’, ‘Up 4’, ‘Left 2’, etc.
The first method is more beginner friendly and faster to implement, however, it leaves slight momentary pauses throughout the mouse movement. The second method offers smoother mouse movement. However, it takes considerably longer to implement.
Episode 6.8: Using Multiple Command Words
The last episode in our voice control series, Episode 6.8 gives a brief introduction on how to have differing words, or combinations of words, trigger a single action in VoiceAttack.
Download Links
Throughout the series several programs, profiles, and differing software is referenced. For ease of use, links to all of the referenced materials can be found below:
Voice Control Software:
SpecialEffect Voice Control Profiles:
The following links include:
- Premade voice control profiles for PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One
- The necessary Gtuner profile to be placed in input 1 of a Titan Two Adapter
SpecialEffect GAVPI Voice Control Profiles
SpecialEffect VoiceAttack Voice Control Profiles
Gtuner IV
To be used alongside a Titan Two Adapter for use on gaming consoles:
Gtuner IV: Titan Two Adapter Software
ConsoleController.gpc is the Titan Two profile responsible for converting computer inputs into console inputs.
ConsoleController-Suspend.gpc is a secondary profile to be loaded into slot 2 alongside ConsoleController (which would be in slot 1). ConsoleController-Suspend.gpc is responsible for some of the features utilised in the advanced voice control profiles provided.
Links to Other SpecialEffect Voice Control Resources
An Introduction to Voice Controls
How to Install the SpecialEffect Voice Control Script for Use on Console
How to Import Voice Control Profiles
How to Set Up Voice Controls on Console
How to Use MishkinaMish to Turn Vocalisations into Keyboard & Mouse Movement
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