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Fortnite No Audio On PC: How to Fix It [9 Tested Ways]

Addressing all underlying causes of Fortnite in-game audio problems on PC

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Updated onJuly 24, 2024

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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:

Lots of Fortnite gamers complain about in-game audio not working on PC. Today, we’ll show you how to put an end to this issue.

This error might occur for various reasons, including the in-game bug or a general Windows problem. Read all the options in the troubleshooting guide below to figure out a fix for your particular needs:

How can I fix in-game audio issues in Fortnite for PC?

Solution 1 – Disable Visualize Sound Effects

Solution 2 – Check Sound drivers

Solution 3 – Run Fortnite as an administrator

Learn everything there is to know about the administrator account and how you can enable/disable itright here!

Solution 4 – Troubleshoot sound options for Fortnite

If you’re having trouble opening the Setting app, take a look atthis articleto solve the issue.

Solution 5 – Update the game

The in-game sound got broken (completely or partially) after an update. This means that, if the game bug is causing the issue in the first place, the next update will deal with it.

To update Fortnite on PC, all you have to do is fire up the Epic Games launcher. If a new update is available, the installation will automatically start. Just wait for it to complete and restart your game.

Solution 6 – Set the default playback device

Solution 7 – Install DirectX

Make sure to download and install the latest iteration of DirectX (FROM MICROSOFT STORE!) , depending on the version your GPU supports. Also, look for the redistributables like VC++. This might solve the problem you have with the installation.

If you can’t install DirectX, usethis troubleshooting guideto get rid of the problem.

Solution 8 – Reinstall the game

If you need more info on how to uninstall programs and apps in Windows 10, check out thisdedicated guide.

Solution 9 – Reset your PC to factory settings

Here’s how to reset your PC and, hopefully, finally enjoy the full battle royale experience in Fortnite:

Need more info on how to factory reset your PC? Readthis articleand find out everything you need to know.

With that said, we can conclude this article. In case you have any alternative solution we forgot or a question concerning the enlisted ones, do tell. You can share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Aleksandar Ognjanovic

Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.

Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.

In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.

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Fortnite No Audio On PC: How to Fix It [9 Tested Ways]#

How can I fix in-game audio issues in Fortnite for PC?#

Solution 1 – Disable Visualize Sound Effects#

Solution 2 – Check Sound drivers#

Solution 3 – Run Fortnite as an administrator#

Solution 4 – Troubleshoot sound options for Fortnite#

Solution 5 – Update the game#

Solution 6 – Set the default playback device#

Solution 7 – Install DirectX#

Solution 8 – Reinstall the game#

Solution 9 – Reset your PC to factory settings#