Why this matters
WARDOGS supports two separate voice layers: proximity voice chat (anyone physically near you, friend or enemy, can hear you) and a private squad channel (your squad only, regardless of distance). Using the right one at the right time is a real tactical skill.
Steps
- Use squad channel for tactical calls — target callouts, transport requests, revive intent, fire mission coordination. This is your default for anything that matters to the outcome of the fight.
- Be aware proximity chat is two-way with enemies. Anything you say near an enemy position, they can hear too — including your own position and intentions. Don't call out your flank plan on proximity chat if enemies are nearby.
- Use proximity chat deliberately when it helps you, e.g. baiting, distracting, or occasionally coordinating with unaffiliated nearby players in ambiguous multi-faction situations.
- Keep squad callouts specific. As covered in the Recon role guide, vague pings ("there's someone over there") are noise; specific callouts (target type, direction, distance, urgency) actually convert information into results.
- Call intent, not just information. "Reviving now, cover me" is more useful than silently attempting a revive and hoping your squad notices.
- Don't talk over your Recon or Support caller during an active fire mission or contact report — let critical callouts land clearly before responding.
Common mistakes
- Discussing tactical plans on proximity chat near enemy positions.
- Silent play — dying repeatedly without ever calling position, intent, or threats.
- Vague, context-free pings instead of specific callouts.
- Talking over teammates during a critical callout.
See also: Role Guide: Recon, Reading the HUD & Map.