VoiceAttack

About

VoiceAttack is a single player action game. It was developed by VoiceAttack.com and was released on March 18, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

VoiceAttack is the premier voice control and macro creation system for your Windows games and applications. Take a look at just a few elements from VoiceAttack's substantial set of features:Control Your Games and simulators With Your VoiceAdd your voice as an extra controller with voice commands that YOU create. Give specific instructions to your space freighter, your race pit crew, your 'mech o…

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,756 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

VoiceAttack significantly enhances immersion in games like Elite Dangerous and Star Citizen, allowing players to issue voice commands for various in-game actions.
The software is highly customizable, enabling users to create complex macros and voice commands for a wide range of applications beyond gaming.
VoiceAttack is user-friendly and easy to set up, with a supportive community and extensive documentation that helps users maximize its potential.

The voice recognition can be inconsistent, especially for users with accents or in noisy environments, leading to frustration when commands are not recognized.
Setting up profiles and commands can be time-consuming and may require multiple attempts to achieve desired functionality.
Some users have reported issues with software stability, including crashes and problems with Windows speech recognition integration.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
83%
13%
The music functionality in the game is highly praised for its versatility, allowing users to control music playback, create custom playlists, and manage audio settings through voice commands. Features like the ability to play music without repeats and integration with game music packs enhance the gaming experience, making it easier to enjoy personalized soundtracks during gameplay. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a valuable tool for both gaming and general PC use.
- “Make music playlists play at the sound of your voice.”
- “A new offering is called game music packs, which, while recent, has the possibility of changing the way I use custom playlists and use custom music during gameplay.”
- “I also use it for a jukebox in my games as there is a simple feature which will play your music and also make sure that there are no repeats if your list is randomized.”
- “Been using this to use with game music packs for Elite: Dangerous.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
77%
14%
Gameplay is enhanced through the use of voice command tools, allowing players to streamline complex mechanics and key bindings, which significantly boosts immersion and efficiency. While some may exploit these features for cheating, many users appreciate the ability to customize their experience, such as setting up quick commands for actions like disguising or recording gameplay. Overall, the integration of voice commands and custom music packs adds depth and flexibility to the gaming experience, making it more engaging and accessible.
- “I am very happy with the way VoiceAttack performs multiple functions with my voice commands, which makes elite gameplay even more immersive.”
- “It's extremely handy for anything that has a ton of key binds or complex mechanics.”
- “It can be a little tricky to figure out how slots need to be organized first before your voice macros will work correctly with them - of course this tool knows nothing about the games - it is just issuing mouse clicks or drags or keydown/keyup in sequence when you issue that command, so you'll have to set up your gameplay appropriately (for example, what stuff goes where in your inventory slots).”
- “Setting up a profile is a fairly simple, though time-consuming, process, but worth it if you lack the dexterity to make full use of your keyboard or simply want to make your gameplay experience more efficient.”
- “Some will use it for cheating, some will use it to enhance the quality of the design of the experience and make the gameplay even more realistic, this one is my case.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the initial calibration of the Microsoft voice recognition software to be tedious and time-consuming, but ultimately rewarding as it significantly streamlines repetitive gaming tasks. Once set up, the software effectively reduces the burden of memorizing key mappings, making gameplay more efficient and enjoyable. Overall, while the setup process may require patience, the benefits of voice control are deemed worth the effort.
- “Tedious, repetitive tasks can be made much easier and available by voice rather than memorizing key mappings.”
- “Once everything was dialed in it worked very well though the dialing in part is tedious and takes some troubleshooting.”
- “A bit tedious calibrating the Microsoft voice recognition software, but it is an hour well-spent for what you get in return.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely driven by user-generated content, with players creating amusing dialogue and soundboard macros that lead to hilarious interactions among friends. Examples include quirky commands like "bridge, napalm barrage!" and playful references such as "deploy the spaceballs kid's toy," showcasing the game's potential for lighthearted fun.
- “Coded all the macros myself and it's generated some funny dialogue between me and my friends calling out things like 'bridge, napalm barrage!' or sillier ones like 'deploy the spaceballs kid's toy' (it's for the flamethrower for those of you with confused looks on your faces).”
- “There are also a lot of funny things you can do with it, including setting it up to also do soundboard things.”
- “Sweet voice macros for hilarious jokes.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report mixed experiences regarding stability; while some find the software runs perfectly with comprehensive documentation, others encounter significant issues, particularly during high-stress situations where voice recognition fails and the program freezes. This inconsistency has led to frustration and requests for refunds due to inadequate support and transparency about glitches.
- “The primary problem I have encountered is when I get excited during an intense firefight and my voice speeds up; VoiceAttack has difficulty understanding my commands, whereupon it just freezes.”
- “So I am getting a refund. The lack of information on your program is unacceptable, and you really need to be more aware of the glitches your software has, because that is called only giving part of the truth.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
Users highlight that while the software offers unlimited profiles, performance can suffer when managing a high volume of commands simultaneously. They suggest that the developers should focus on optimizing the software for a broader range of motherboards to enhance overall performance.
- “The ability to create unlimited profiles is a game changer; however, having 10,000 commands active at the same time can decrease performance. It's important to use this software wisely and not blame it for performance issues.”
- “What the creators of VoiceAttack need to do is optimize their software for a wider variety of motherboards to enhance performance across different systems.”
- “The unlimited profiles feature is fantastic, but users should be aware that managing too many commands simultaneously can impact performance. Proper optimization is key.”
- “What the creators of VoiceAttack need to do is make their software more optimized for a larger variety of motherboards.”
- “Having 10,000 commands that it has to listen for at the same time will decrease performance; you can use this software the wrong way. Don't blame the software.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally agree that the aspect of replayability significantly enhances the overall playability of many games, encouraging players to return for multiple sessions.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The background story is often highlighted as a crucial element, providing depth and context to the game's world and characters. Players appreciate well-developed narratives that enhance immersion and engagement, making the overall experience more compelling. However, some reviews suggest that a lack of originality or coherence in the story can detract from the gameplay.