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Discussions about game volume on WindowsForum.com often involve issues with the Windows Volume Mixer resetting game sound levels to 100% after closing a game. Users report that while some programs like Steam retain custom volume settings, many games do not, causing the volume to jump back to maximum on relaunch. This can be frustrating for those who prefer lower in-game audio. The community seeks fixes for this persistent problem, which may involve Windows sound settings, registry tweaks, or third-party tools to lock volume preferences for individual applications.
  1. gir

    Windows 7 Volume Mixer Resets Sound to 100%

    Hi, everytime I load a game I change the volume to say 15%, after I close the game then try it again, the sound jumps back up to 100% volume like windows has not registered the change and chosen to ignore or save my preferences. Programs like steam will continue to use the selected volume but...
    • gir
    • Thread
    • audio issues audio management audio settings game volume mixer steam user preferences volume control windows 10 windows preferences
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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