MASTER YOUR SOUND.
MASTER THE GAME.
Pinpoint your enemy's location long before you see them with Sonar,
a breakthrough in gaming sound. Hear what others miss.
Windows 10 (RS5+)
Sound Like a Streaming Pro
Without The Big Production
HEAR EVERY DETAIL,
WIN EVERY BATTLE
Unlock pro-grade audio without needing audio expertise. Gain a competitive
edge with crystal-clear essential sounds, cut out distractions, and immerse yourself fully.
1. SELECT AUDIO DEVICES
Set your game, chat, media, aux, and mic sources through a simple setup wizard.
2. BEGIN WITH PRESETS
Apply separate presets for your game, chat, media, aux, and mic. Sound pro in seconds.
3. TWEAK TO PERSONALIZE
Fine tune presets to your unique hardware and in-game preferences. Save to use again.
Pro Presets
POP HEADS LIKE THE PROS
Great audio starts with the click of a preset—each carefully designed by our sound engineers with input from pro players and game developers. Try one on for a competitive edge or a cinematic experience.
GET 180+ PRO PRESETS &
850K+ COMMUNITY PRESETS
Import pro-level audio presets from elite gamers with ease or share
your custom presets to help your squad dominate the competition.
180+ Pro Presets
Share Your Personal Preset
Parametric EQ
HEAR YOUR ENEMIES FIRST
Dive deep into sound customization, amplify or reduce specific in-game sounds to
hear real-time footsteps, potion slurps, and bomb plants clearer than ever. The entire
spectrum of audio is yours to remaster for victory in every game with precision.
Audio Mixer
FLEX SOUND CONTROL
For Your Streaming Sound Studio
Balance Every Channel
AI Noise Cancellation
SPEAK AND THEY WILL LISTEN
Call the shots and stay in contact with your squad. Optimize your mic for crystal clear comms and reduce team noise without even having to ask.
Spatial Audio
POSITION YOURSELF FOR GLORY
Surround yourself in 360° detail with spatial audio that sends real-time
audio to your headset for cinematic gaming. A bullet drop. A head pop.
Hear it all in transcendent fidelity.
DIVE IN FULLY LOADED
Gear Agnostic
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Price
Forever Free
Game Presets
178
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Community Preset Sharing
✓
Share or import audio presets from the community.
Headphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Microphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Channel-Specific Tuning
✓
Customize your Chat, Game, Media, Aux, & Mic in tandem.
Dual Audio Devices
✓
Use different devices for game audio and chat.
ChatMix (All Headsets)
✓
Balance game and chat audio on any headset.
Adjustable Channels
✓
Set the number of channels to suit your needs.
App Channel Selection
Drag and drop routing
Streamer Mode
✓
Dedicated mode for high-quality streaming.
Surround Sound
360° Spatial Audio
Immerse in rich multi-channel sound.
Surround Sound Personalization
✓
Adjust channel position, immersion, and distance.
AI Noise Cancellation
✓
Eliminate unwanted background noise.
Noise Gate
✓
AI De-Reverberation
✓
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Speaker Echo Canceling
Only For SteelSeries Speakers
Minimize echo from external speakers.
Smart Volume
✓
Automatic volume adjustment.
Microphone Compressor
✓
Maintain steady audio levels while speaking.
Volume Boost
✓
Enhance audio levels as needed.
Best With Sonar
Unlock the full potential of Sonar with the latest SteelSeries headsets, designed for unparalleled audio precision.
Choose Audio Presets Faster
with New Sonar Feature
Your favorite presets are easier to select than ever before.
FAQ
OS
Windows 10 RS5 or newer
CPU
Intel Core i5-2xxx or newerAMD FX-4xxx processor or newer
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Video
—
HDD Space
700MB
Video RAM
—
RAM
8GB
No, Sonar works with any headset or audio device connected to your PC.
SteelSeries GG is a powerful, free-to-download platform designed to elevate your gaming experience by bringing multiple tools and features together in one easy-to-use application. These include:
- QuickSet: Ready-made presets that automatically apply optimized keyboard settings for popular games, saving you time and effort.
- Sonar: An advanced audio solution for gaming and streaming, offering precise control over your sound setup.
- Moments: Effortlessly capture, edit, and share your best gameplay highlights.
- 3DAT: Train your aim with deadly training routines designed to improve precision and accuracy.
- Engine: Customize your SteelSeries devices with features like key bindings, macros, and RGB lighting to suit your style.
- Giveaways: Unlock exclusive in-game items, free DLCs, and other rewards with regular updates.
With all these tools, SteelSeries GG gives you everything you need to play better.
SteelSeries Sonar is a Windows-based audio software designed to enhance gaming audio on PCs. Unfortunately, it is not directly compatible with gaming consoles like Xbox or PlayStation.
However, if you own a SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset or Arctis GameBuds™, you can download the Arctis Companion App on your mobile device. This app allows you to access over 100 game-specific audio presets and customize your audio experience for use on consoles, giving you enhanced audio even without Sonar.
Yes, you can use Engine within SteelSeries GG to customize and optimize your SteelSeries headset. Engine allows you to adjust settings like:
- EQ profiles
- Surround sound
- Mic levels
- RGB lighting (for supported devices)
However, if you're looking for next-level audio customization, Sonar—also available in SteelSeries GG—offers advanced features such as:
- More than 180 game presets
- Five-Channel Audio Mix: Game, Chat, Media, Aux, Mic for precise audio balancing
- Microphone AI Noise Cancellation (your voice)
- Chat AI Noise Cancellation (on your friends voice)
- 3D Spatial Audio for immersive soundscapes
- Streamer Mode optimized for live-streaming setups
And more
While Engine provides great device-specific settings, Sonar allows for advanced audio control, enabling you to have separate tuning for different audio channels. For example, you can have noise canceling on your chat channel while keeping a game preset for your game audio. If you use only Engine, all your sound will have the same tuning, which means you might miss out on the specialized audio experience that Sonar offers.
For the best audio experience on PC, we recommend using Sonar for its superior customization and advanced features. Both tools are available for free within SteelSeries GG, giving you the flexibility to choose the best solution for your gaming or streaming needs.
No, inactive apps in SteelSeries GG will not impact your performance. If you don't want to use one of the apps, you can easily turn it off in the settings. Once disabled, the app will not run in the background or affect your system's performance. As an example If you don't have a SteelSeries device connected, Engine app inside GG will remain inactive and won't impact your PC performance.
SteelSeries GG is designed to ensure that unused features do not consume resources, providing a streamlined experience tailored to your needs.
MASTER YOUR SOUND.
MASTER THE GAME.
Pinpoint your enemy's location long before you see them with Sonar,
a breakthrough in gaming sound. Hear what others miss.
Windows 10 (RS5+)
Sound Like a Streaming Pro
Without The Big Production
HEAR EVERY DETAIL,
WIN EVERY BATTLE
Unlock pro-grade audio without needing audio expertise. Gain a competitive
edge with crystal-clear essential sounds, cut out distractions, and immerse yourself fully.
1. SELECT AUDIO DEVICES
Set your game, chat, media, aux, and mic sources through a simple setup wizard.
2. BEGIN WITH PRESETS
Apply separate presets for your game, chat, media, aux, and mic. Sound pro in seconds.
3. TWEAK TO PERSONALIZE
Fine tune presets to your unique hardware and in-game preferences. Save to use again.
Pro Presets
POP HEADS LIKE THE PROS
Great audio starts with the click of a preset—each carefully designed by our sound engineers with input from pro players and game developers. Try one on for a competitive edge or a cinematic experience.
GET 180+ PRO PRESETS &
850K+ COMMUNITY PRESETS
Import pro-level audio presets from elite gamers with ease or share
your custom presets to help your squad dominate the competition.
180+ Pro Presets
Share Your Personal Preset
Parametric EQ
HEAR YOUR ENEMIES FIRST
Dive deep into sound customization, amplify or reduce specific in-game sounds to
hear real-time footsteps, potion slurps, and bomb plants clearer than ever. The entire
spectrum of audio is yours to remaster for victory in every game with precision.
Audio Mixer
FLEX SOUND CONTROL
For Your Streaming Sound Studio
Balance Every Channel
AI Noise Cancellation
SPEAK AND THEY WILL LISTEN
Call the shots and stay in contact with your squad. Optimize your mic for crystal clear comms and reduce team noise without even having to ask.
Spatial Audio
POSITION YOURSELF FOR GLORY
Surround yourself in 360° detail with spatial audio that sends real-time
audio to your headset for cinematic gaming. A bullet drop. A head pop.
Hear it all in transcendent fidelity.
DIVE IN FULLY LOADED
Gear Agnostic
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Price
Forever Free
Game Presets
178
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Community Preset Sharing
✓
Share or import audio presets from the community.
Headphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Microphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Channel-Specific Tuning
✓
Customize your Chat, Game, Media, Aux, & Mic in tandem.
Dual Audio Devices
✓
Use different devices for game audio and chat.
ChatMix (All Headsets)
✓
Balance game and chat audio on any headset.
Adjustable Channels
✓
Set the number of channels to suit your needs.
App Channel Selection
Drag and drop routing
Streamer Mode
✓
Dedicated mode for high-quality streaming.
Surround Sound
360° Spatial Audio
Immerse in rich multi-channel sound.
Surround Sound Personalization
✓
Adjust channel position, immersion, and distance.
AI Noise Cancellation
✓
Eliminate unwanted background noise.
Noise Gate
✓
AI De-Reverberation
✓
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Speaker Echo Canceling
Only For SteelSeries Speakers
Minimize echo from external speakers.
Smart Volume
✓
Automatic volume adjustment.
Microphone Compressor
✓
Maintain steady audio levels while speaking.
Volume Boost
✓
Enhance audio levels as needed.
Best With Sonar
Unlock the full potential of Sonar with the latest SteelSeries headsets, designed for unparalleled audio precision.
Choose Audio Presets Faster
with New Sonar Feature
Your favorite presets are easier to select than ever before.
FAQ
OS
Windows 10 RS5 or newer
CPU
Intel Core i5-2xxx or newerAMD FX-4xxx processor or newer
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Video
—
HDD Space
700MB
Video RAM
—
RAM
8GB
No, Sonar works with any headset or audio device connected to your PC.
SteelSeries GG is a powerful, free-to-download platform designed to elevate your gaming experience by bringing multiple tools and features together in one easy-to-use application. These include:
- QuickSet: Ready-made presets that automatically apply optimized keyboard settings for popular games, saving you time and effort.
- Sonar: An advanced audio solution for gaming and streaming, offering precise control over your sound setup.
- Moments: Effortlessly capture, edit, and share your best gameplay highlights.
- 3DAT: Train your aim with deadly training routines designed to improve precision and accuracy.
- Engine: Customize your SteelSeries devices with features like key bindings, macros, and RGB lighting to suit your style.
- Giveaways: Unlock exclusive in-game items, free DLCs, and other rewards with regular updates.
With all these tools, SteelSeries GG gives you everything you need to play better.
SteelSeries Sonar is a Windows-based audio software designed to enhance gaming audio on PCs. Unfortunately, it is not directly compatible with gaming consoles like Xbox or PlayStation.
However, if you own a SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset or Arctis GameBuds™, you can download the Arctis Companion App on your mobile device. This app allows you to access over 100 game-specific audio presets and customize your audio experience for use on consoles, giving you enhanced audio even without Sonar.
Yes, you can use Engine within SteelSeries GG to customize and optimize your SteelSeries headset. Engine allows you to adjust settings like:
- EQ profiles
- Surround sound
- Mic levels
- RGB lighting (for supported devices)
However, if you're looking for next-level audio customization, Sonar—also available in SteelSeries GG—offers advanced features such as:
- More than 180 game presets
- Five-Channel Audio Mix: Game, Chat, Media, Aux, Mic for precise audio balancing
- Microphone AI Noise Cancellation (your voice)
- Chat AI Noise Cancellation (on your friends voice)
- 3D Spatial Audio for immersive soundscapes
- Streamer Mode optimized for live-streaming setups
And more
While Engine provides great device-specific settings, Sonar allows for advanced audio control, enabling you to have separate tuning for different audio channels. For example, you can have noise canceling on your chat channel while keeping a game preset for your game audio. If you use only Engine, all your sound will have the same tuning, which means you might miss out on the specialized audio experience that Sonar offers.
For the best audio experience on PC, we recommend using Sonar for its superior customization and advanced features. Both tools are available for free within SteelSeries GG, giving you the flexibility to choose the best solution for your gaming or streaming needs.
No, inactive apps in SteelSeries GG will not impact your performance. If you don't want to use one of the apps, you can easily turn it off in the settings. Once disabled, the app will not run in the background or affect your system's performance. As an example If you don't have a SteelSeries device connected, Engine app inside GG will remain inactive and won't impact your PC performance.
SteelSeries GG is designed to ensure that unused features do not consume resources, providing a streamlined experience tailored to your needs.
MASTER YOUR SOUND.
MASTER THE GAME.
Pinpoint your enemy's location long before you see them with Sonar, a breakthrough in gaming sound. Hear what others miss.
Windows 10 (RS5+)
Sound Like a Streaming Pro
Without The Big Production
HEAR EVERY DETAIL,
WIN EVERY BATTLE
Unlock pro-grade audio without needing audio expertise. Gain a competitive edge with crystal-clear essential sounds, cut out distractions, and immerse yourself fully.
1. SELECT AUDIO DEVICES
Set your game, chat, media, aux, and mic sources through a simple setup wizard.
2. BEGIN WITH PRESETS
Apply separate presets for your game, chat, media, aux, and mic. Sound pro in seconds.
3. TWEAK TO PERSONALIZE
Fine tune presets to your unique hardware and in-game preferences. Save to use again.
Pro Presets
POP HEADS LIKE THE PROS
Great audio starts with the click of a preset—each carefully designed by our sound engineers with input from pro players and game developers. Try one on for a competitive edge or a cinematic experience.
GET 180+ PRO PRESETS &
850K+ COMMUNITY PRESETS
Import pro-level audio presets from elite gamers with ease or share your custom presets to help your squad dominate the competition.
180+ Pro Presets
Share Your Personal Preset
Parametric EQ
HEAR YOUR ENEMIES FIRST
Dive deep into sound customization, amplify or reduce specific in-game sounds to hear real-time footsteps, potion slurps, and bomb plants clearer than ever. The entire spectrum of audio is yours to remaster for victory in every game with precision.
Audio Mixer
FLEX SOUND CONTROL
For Your Streaming Sound Studio
Balance Every Channel
AI Noise Cancellation
SPEAK AND THEY WILL LISTEN
Call the shots and stay in contact with your squad. Optimize your mic for crystal clear comms and reduce team noise without even having to ask.
Spatial Audio
POSITION YOURSELF FOR GLORY
Surround yourself in 360° detail with spatial audio that sends real-time audio to your headset for cinematic gaming. A bullet drop. A head pop. Hear it all in transcendent fidelity.
DIVE IN FULLY LOADED
Gear Agnostic
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Price
Forever Free
Game Presets
178
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Community Preset Sharing
✓
Share or import audio presets from the community.
Headphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Microphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Channel-Specific Tuning
✓
Customize your Chat, Game, Media, Aux, & Mic in tandem.
Dual Audio Devices
✓
Use different devices for game audio and chat.
ChatMix (All Headsets)
✓
Balance game and chat audio on any headset.
Adjustable Channels
✓
Set the number of channels to suit your needs.
App Channel Selection
Drag and drop routing
Streamer Mode
✓
Dedicated mode for high-quality streaming.
Surround Sound
360° Spatial Audio
Immerse in rich multi-channel sound.
Surround Sound Personalization
✓
Adjust channel position, immersion, and distance.
AI Noise Cancellation
✓
Eliminate unwanted background noise.
Noise Gate
✓
AI De-Reverberation
✓
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Speaker Echo Canceling
Only For SteelSeries Speakers
Minimize echo from external speakers.
Smart Volume
✓
Automatic volume adjustment.
Microphone Compressor
✓
Maintain steady audio levels while speaking.
Volume Boost
✓
Enhance audio levels as needed.
Best With Sonar
Unlock the full potential of Sonar with the latest SteelSeries headsets, designed for unparalleled audio precision.
Choose Audio Presets Faster
with New Sonar Feature
Your favorite presets are easier to select than ever before.
FAQ
OS
Windows 10 RS5 or newer
CPU
Intel Core i5-2xxx or newerAMD FX-4xxx processor or newer
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Video
—
HDD Space
700MB
Video RAM
—
RAM
8GB
No, Sonar works with any headset or audio device connected to your PC.
SteelSeries GG is a powerful, free-to-download platform designed to elevate your gaming experience by bringing multiple tools and features together in one easy-to-use application. These include:
- QuickSet: Ready-made presets that automatically apply optimized keyboard settings for popular games, saving you time and effort.
- Sonar: An advanced audio solution for gaming and streaming, offering precise control over your sound setup.
- Moments: Effortlessly capture, edit, and share your best gameplay highlights.
- 3DAT: Train your aim with deadly training routines designed to improve precision and accuracy.
- Engine: Customize your SteelSeries devices with features like key bindings, macros, and RGB lighting to suit your style.
- Giveaways: Unlock exclusive in-game items, free DLCs, and other rewards with regular updates.
With all these tools, SteelSeries GG gives you everything you need to play better.
SteelSeries Sonar is a Windows-based audio software designed to enhance gaming audio on PCs. Unfortunately, it is not directly compatible with gaming consoles like Xbox or PlayStation.
However, if you own a SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset or Arctis GameBuds™, you can download the Arctis Companion App on your mobile device. This app allows you to access over 100 game-specific audio presets and customize your audio experience for use on consoles, giving you enhanced audio even without Sonar.
Yes, you can use Engine within SteelSeries GG to customize and optimize your SteelSeries headset. Engine allows you to adjust settings like:
- EQ profiles
- Surround sound
- Mic levels
- RGB lighting (for supported devices)
However, if you're looking for next-level audio customization, Sonar—also available in SteelSeries GG—offers advanced features such as:
- More than 180 game presets
- Five-Channel Audio Mix: Game, Chat, Media, Aux, Mic for precise audio balancing
- Microphone AI Noise Cancellation (your voice)
- Chat AI Noise Cancellation (on your friends voice)
- 3D Spatial Audio for immersive soundscapes
- Streamer Mode optimized for live-streaming setups
And more
While Engine provides great device-specific settings, Sonar allows for advanced audio control, enabling you to have separate tuning for different audio channels. For example, you can have noise canceling on your chat channel while keeping a game preset for your game audio. If you use only Engine, all your sound will have the same tuning, which means you might miss out on the specialized audio experience that Sonar offers.
For the best audio experience on PC, we recommend using Sonar for its superior customization and advanced features. Both tools are available for free within SteelSeries GG, giving you the flexibility to choose the best solution for your gaming or streaming needs.
No, inactive apps in SteelSeries GG will not impact your performance. If you don't want to use one of the apps, you can easily turn it off in the settings. Once disabled, the app will not run in the background or affect your system's performance. As an example If you don't have a SteelSeries device connected, Engine app inside GG will remain inactive and won't impact your PC performance.
SteelSeries GG is designed to ensure that unused features do not consume resources, providing a streamlined experience tailored to your needs.
MASTER YOUR SOUND.
MASTER THE GAME.
Pinpoint your enemy's location long before you see them with Sonar, a breakthrough in gaming sound. Hear what others miss.
Windows 10 (RS5+)
Sound Like a Streaming Pro
Without The Big Production
HEAR EVERY DETAIL,
WIN EVERY BATTLE
Unlock pro-grade audio without needing audio expertise. Gain a competitive edge with crystal-clear essential sounds, cut out distractions, and immerse yourself fully.
1. SELECT AUDIO DEVICES
Set your game, chat, media, aux, and mic sources through a simple setup wizard.
2. BEGIN WITH PRESETS
Apply separate presets for your game, chat, media, aux, and mic. Sound pro in seconds.
3. TWEAK TO PERSONALIZE
Fine tune presets to your unique hardware and in-game preferences. Save to use again.
Pro Presets
POP HEADS LIKE THE PROS
Great audio starts with the click of a preset—each carefully designed by our sound engineers with input from pro players and game developers. Try one on for a competitive edge or a cinematic experience.
GET 180+ PRO PRESETS &
850K+ COMMUNITY PRESETS
Import pro-level audio presets from elite gamers with ease or share your custom presets to help your squad dominate the competition.
180+ Pro Presets
Share Your Personal Preset
Parametric EQ
HEAR YOUR ENEMIES FIRST
Dive deep into sound customization, amplify or reduce specific in-game sounds to hear real-time footsteps, potion slurps, and bomb plants clearer than ever. The entire spectrum of audio is yours to remaster for victory in every game with precision.
Audio Mixer
FLEX SOUND CONTROL
For Your Streaming Sound Studio
Balance Every Channel
AI Noise Cancellation
SPEAK AND THEY WILL LISTEN
Call the shots and stay in contact with your squad. Optimize your mic for crystal clear comms and reduce team noise without even having to ask.
Spatial Audio
POSITION YOURSELF FOR GLORY
Surround yourself in 360° detail with spatial audio that sends real-time audio to your headset for cinematic gaming. A bullet drop. A head pop. Hear it all in transcendent fidelity.
DIVE IN FULLY LOADED
Gear Agnostic
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Price
Forever Free
Game Presets
178
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Community Preset Sharing
✓
Share or import audio presets from the community.
Headphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Any Headset, Any Mic, Any Windows PC
Microphone EQ
Parametric 10-band
Channel-Specific Tuning
✓
Customize your Chat, Game, Media, Aux, & Mic in tandem.
Dual Audio Devices
✓
Use different devices for game audio and chat.
ChatMix (All Headsets)
✓
Balance game and chat audio on any headset.
Adjustable Channels
✓
Set the number of channels to suit your needs.
App Channel Selection
Drag and drop routing
Streamer Mode
✓
Dedicated mode for high-quality streaming.
Surround Sound
360° Spatial Audio
Immerse in rich multi-channel sound.
Surround Sound Personalization
✓
Adjust channel position, immersion, and distance.
AI Noise Cancellation
✓
Eliminate unwanted background noise.
Noise Gate
✓
AI De-Reverberation
✓
Optimized sound profile tailored for gaming.
Speaker Echo Canceling
Only For SteelSeries Speakers
Minimize echo from external speakers.
Smart Volume
✓
Automatic volume adjustment.
Microphone Compressor
✓
Maintain steady audio levels while speaking.
Volume Boost
✓
Enhance audio levels as needed.
Best With Sonar
Unlock the full potential of Sonar with the latest SteelSeries headsets, designed for unparalleled audio precision.
Choose Audio Presets Faster
with New Sonar Feature
Your favorite presets are easier to select than ever before.
FAQ
OS
Windows 10 RS5 or newer
CPU
Intel Core i5-2xxx or newerAMD FX-4xxx processor or newer
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Video
—
HDD Space
700MB
Video RAM
—
RAM
8GB
No, Sonar works with any headset or audio device connected to your PC.
SteelSeries GG is a powerful, free-to-download platform designed to elevate your gaming experience by bringing multiple tools and features together in one easy-to-use application. These include:
- QuickSet: Ready-made presets that automatically apply optimized keyboard settings for popular games, saving you time and effort.
- Sonar: An advanced audio solution for gaming and streaming, offering precise control over your sound setup.
- Moments: Effortlessly capture, edit, and share your best gameplay highlights.
- 3DAT: Train your aim with deadly training routines designed to improve precision and accuracy.
- Engine: Customize your SteelSeries devices with features like key bindings, macros, and RGB lighting to suit your style.
- Giveaways: Unlock exclusive in-game items, free DLCs, and other rewards with regular updates.
With all these tools, SteelSeries GG gives you everything you need to play better.
SteelSeries Sonar is a Windows-based audio software designed to enhance gaming audio on PCs. Unfortunately, it is not directly compatible with gaming consoles like Xbox or PlayStation.
However, if you own a SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset or Arctis GameBuds™, you can download the Arctis Companion App on your mobile device. This app allows you to access over 100 game-specific audio presets and customize your audio experience for use on consoles, giving you enhanced audio even without Sonar.
Yes, you can use Engine within SteelSeries GG to customize and optimize your SteelSeries headset. Engine allows you to adjust settings like:
- EQ profiles
- Surround sound
- Mic levels
- RGB lighting (for supported devices)
However, if you're looking for next-level audio customization, Sonar—also available in SteelSeries GG—offers advanced features such as:
- More than 180 game presets
- Five-Channel Audio Mix: Game, Chat, Media, Aux, Mic for precise audio balancing
- Microphone AI Noise Cancellation (your voice)
- Chat AI Noise Cancellation (on your friends voice)
- 3D Spatial Audio for immersive soundscapes
- Streamer Mode optimized for live-streaming setups
And more
While Engine provides great device-specific settings, Sonar allows for advanced audio control, enabling you to have separate tuning for different audio channels. For example, you can have noise canceling on your chat channel while keeping a game preset for your game audio. If you use only Engine, all your sound will have the same tuning, which means you might miss out on the specialized audio experience that Sonar offers.
For the best audio experience on PC, we recommend using Sonar for its superior customization and advanced features. Both tools are available for free within SteelSeries GG, giving you the flexibility to choose the best solution for your gaming or streaming needs.
No, inactive apps in SteelSeries GG will not impact your performance. If you don't want to use one of the apps, you can easily turn it off in the settings. Once disabled, the app will not run in the background or affect your system's performance. As an example If you don't have a SteelSeries device connected, Engine app inside GG will remain inactive and won't impact your PC performance.
SteelSeries GG is designed to ensure that unused features do not consume resources, providing a streamlined experience tailored to your needs.