How To Resolve Microphone Issues in PUBG Mobile 2025

Dealing with microphone woes in PUBG Mobile is pretty common, and after poking around a bit, it kinda feels like Windows and Android both love making it hard. Anyway, here’s what’s worked on some setups, and what’s worth trying when your mic’s dead silent during squad comms. Not sure why, but sometimes just toggling a setting or two, then rebooting, does the trick. And other times, you gotta dig deeper.

Step 1: Access In-Game Settings

Fire up PUBG Mobile and jump into the main menu. Hit the settings icon — usually a gear at the bottom right or somewhere in the corner. It’s super easy to miss if you’re distracted or in a rush, but that’s where all the magic happens. This is where you check if voice chat is even enabled, and if the volume sliders are cranked up. You want to see Voice Chat turned on and the volume set to maximum, especially if you’re not hearing your squad or they’re not hearing you.

Step 2: Adjust Audio Settings

While you’re in settings, hunt down the Audio and Haptics section. This isn’t just about the overall volume — look for options like Voice Chat and Sound Effects. Sometimes, the game defaults to muting voice chat or slides it way down. Increase everything related to voice chat, and see if your voice now gets transmitted. On some phones, there’s a separate toggle for voice chat — double-check it’s turned on. Not sure why it needs so many toggles, but that’s Android for ya.

Step 3: Check App Permissions

If your settings look good but the mic is still dead, then it’s probably a permission issue. Exit the game and head to Settings > Apps > PUBG Mobile > Permissions. Make sure microphone permission is enabled. If it’s set to Don’t Allow, change it to Allow Only While Using the App or Allow. Sometimes Android resets permissions after updates or if the app crashes, and that’s likely why the mic isn’t working. On some devices, you might have to go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone and toggle permissions globally, just to be sure.

Step 4: Restart the Application

Once permissions are okay, close the game entirely. Make sure it’s not running in the background (use Alt + Tab or swipe away from recent apps). Then reopen PUBG Mobile. Often, a fresh launch can reset the audio channels and fix small glitches — at least temporarily. You might notice your mic working again. Weird, but usually true.

Step 5: Restart Your Device

If that didn’t help, go ahead and restart your phone or tablet. Yeah, it sounds obvious, but a reboot can clear some stubborn bugs or stuck hardware states. Because of course, Android loves stuffing up simple issues by adding layers of complexity. On some devices, this might make the difference between a dead mic and a working one.

Extra Tips & Common Issues

These little tips can save some headache:

Make sure your device’s OS is fully updated — Android patches often fix bugs that block mic access.
Try using a different headset or mic to rule out hardware failure. Because sometimes, the connection just doesn’t work as it should.
Check if other apps can access the mic — maybe the hardware’s fine, but some app permissions got lost after an update.

Bringing it all together, these steps should cover most scenarios where your PUBG Mobile mic refuses to cooperate. Sometimes, a tiny setting change or reboot is enough, other times a deeper dive is needed. Communicating properly is key, so fingers crossed, these tips get your voice back on the squad chat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my microphone not working in other apps?

If it’s not working elsewhere, it might be hardware or permissions related. Double-check app permissions across the board, and try testing the mic with other apps like Voice Recorder or WhatsApp. If those are dead, it’s probably hardware.

What if my microphone works in other apps but not in PUBG Mobile?

Then it’s likely a settings or permissions issue specifically with PUBG Mobile. Revisit the In-Game Settings and the permission toggles. Also, check your device’s overall privacy settings because sometimes Android gets overzealous after an OS update.

Can I fix microphone issues without restarting my device?

Sometimes, toggling permissions, muting/unmuting in game, or disconnecting/reconnecting headsets can do the trick. But, if nothing sticks, a full reboot usually resets everything and clears residual glitches that might be causing the problem.

Summary

Check in-game voice chat settings and make sure everything’s maxed out
Ensure app permissions are granted for microphone access
Restart the app after changing permissions or settings
Reboot the device if issues persist
Test the mic on other apps or with different headsets

Hopefully this shaves off a few hours for someone. Good luck, and may your squad actually hear you next time.