Status
SteamPeaks
ChartsSalesUpcomingPatchesNewsCalculator
New on SteamEvery app, DLC and depot the minute Steam creates itAppsEvery app on Steam, newest change firstPackagesSubs and bundles, and what each containsDepotsDepots, manifests and install sizesTagsSteam's user tags and the games under themDevelopers & publishersCompanies and their cataloguesTechnologiesEngines, SDKs and anti-cheat found in the filesChange historyEvery PICS changelist as it lands
SignalsNineteen readings of the whole catalogueCompareAny games side by sideRecordsAll-time peaks and the days they were setReportsWeekly and monthly write-upsAlerts & newsroomWatch a game, get told when it movesSteam statusIs Steam up, right nowWeb API explorerTry the endpoints in the browser
NewsSteam's own announcements and the sales calendarCalculatorWhat a Steam account is worth, and its pile of shame
/
Sign in
/
SteamPeaks
The ultimate resource for Steam data.
ExploreChartsSalesSales and festsUpcomingPatchesNewsRecordsTrendingSignals
DatabaseAppsPackagesDepotsTagsDevelopersTechnologiesChange history
ToolsCalculatorCompareSearchAlertsSteam statusAPI
SiteMethodologyFAQDiscordSupportSign in via Steam
Not affiliated with Valve or Steam. Game names and artwork belong to their owners. All times UTC.
PrivacyCookiesFair useStatus
Whispers from the StarNewsMicrophone Issue Detected – Troubleshooting Guide Inside
Game update

Microphone Issue Detected – Troubleshooting Guide Inside

Whispers from the Star · published 14 Jul 2025, 05:27 UTC

All newsPlayers around this dateRead on Steam

Greetings everyone!

We’ve identified an issue where some players may experience problems with voice recording or microphone not working properly in-game.

If you’re encountering this issue, please try the following steps:

1.Check your privacy settings

On Windows, go to:

Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone

Ensure that microphone access is enabled for both apps and desktop apps.

2.Update your audio drivers

Outdated or incompatible drivers can cause recording issues.

Visit your device manufacturer’s website to download the latest audio drivers.

In our upcoming next version, if this issue is detected, players will receive a clear and direct in-game message with steps to resolve it.We recommend following the instructions above to configure your system in advance.

In the meantime, we hope the above steps help as a temporary workaround.

If the problem persists, feel free to report it to us

[email protected]

, we will get back to you as soon as possible

More from Whispers from the Star

Other announcements

All news
Esports14 Feb 2026Building What Comes NextDear Players, Because of you, Whispers from the Star has grown into something deeper and more meaningful than we first imagined. Over time, the game has found its own rhythm and settled into a stable experience. It will remain available and open to both current and future players— Stella’s world is here to stay. At the same time, our team continues to look ahead. We're exploring new technologie…In-game event24 Dec 2025Multiple Save Files & Safety Improvements UpdateWe heard you loud and clear: this update adds one of the most requested features from the community, along with stability and safety improvements across the game. Major Updates Multiple Save Slots · You can now keep your current progress and start a new run without overwriting anything. Create and switch between multiple save files whenever you want. Content Safety Updates · Updated safety meas…In-game event23 Dec 2025Planned Server Maintenance: December 23 @ 6-9PM PSTHi Whispers from the Star community, We will be performing scheduled server maintenance to deploy a new update containing feature additions and stability improvements. Maintenance Schedule: · Date: Tuesday, December 23 · Time: 6pm - 9pm PST · Services Affected: All game servers and login services During this maintenance window, the game will be unavailable and players currently in-game will be…