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What changed in Soundpad in 2025

28 updates · 6 main milestones · Dec 23, 2025 to Dec 26, 2025

  1. 1 event
    Rollback to Steam SDK 1.59system

    Soundpad rolled back to previously used Steam SDK 1.59 due to launch issues with outdated Steam Clients.

    Steam
  2. 27 events
    Fixed Repeated UAC Prompt on Launching Steam Editionbug fix
    Steam
    Added Refresh Button to Device Preferencesui ux
    Steam
    Added ARM Processor Supportsystem
    Steam
    License Information Hidden in About Dialogui ux

    License information in the standalone version is now hidden behind a button for streamers.

    Steam
    Fixed Remote Control Interface DoSeekMs Issuebug fix

    Fixed DoSeekMs with negative and zero values and updated UI to display new playback position while paused.

    Steam
    Changed Initialization of Steam Editionsystem

    Modified initialization to prevent the full version from launching in demo mode.

    Steam
    Fixed Import of Malformed m3u Filesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Uninstallation Issue with Missing Installation Directorybug fix

    Standalone uninstallation will no longer abort if the installation directory is missing.

    Steam
    Integrated Latest Steam SDK 1.63system

    Updated the Steam edition to use the latest Steam SDK.

    Steam
    Partially Fixed Decoding Error c00d36e6 on Playback or Editing mp4 Filesbug fix

    Workaround implemented as affected files may be broken.

    Steam
    Fixed Recorder Option 'Add to Category' with Hidden Categoriesbug fix
    Steam
    Voice Activation Sound Now Played on Headphonesaudio

    The voice activation sound can now be heard on headphones.

    Steam
    Fixed Compatibility Issue on Windows 11 with KB5065426bug fixMilestone

    Resolved issues caused by the cumulative Windows update that introduced Voice Clarity and other audio enhancements.

    Steam
    Fixed Connection to Volume Mixer on Windows 11bug fix
    Steam
    Standalone Version Security ImprovementsystemMilestone

    Internal updater now verifies the signature of update files.

    Steam
    Added Auto Stop Option to Play Menuui ux

    This option is enabled by default and was previously only available in advanced hotkey options.

    Steam
    Fixed Crash in Troubleshooting Report from Bad Sound File Accessbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed Automated Key Presses of Modifiers in Auto Keysbug fix

    Now distinguishes between left and right modifiers when enabled in hotkey preferences.

    Steam
    Added Confirmation Dialog for Removing Dead Entriesui ux
    Steam
    Fixed Crash When Choosing External Sound Editor with Empty Sound Listbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed Compatibility Issue with Logitech Blue Yeti Microphonesbug fix

    Resolved an issue where the original driver's effects weren't loaded after a system restart.

    Steam
    Improved Random Playback Algorithmgameplay

    Enhanced algorithm for better distribution and less noticeable repetitions.

    Steam
    Increased Security by Verifying TTS.dll and SoundpadService.exe SignaturessystemMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed Crash When Editing File Location on Non-Existent Partitionbug fixMilestone
    Steam
    Fixed High CPU Usage When Last Render Device Disconnectedbug fix

    CPU usage now stops only when a device is connected again.

    Steam
    Fixed Rare Driver Extension Connection Issuebug fix

    Addressed a problem where the setup check routine couldn't verify if the driver extension was registered properly.

    Steam
    Fixed Hard to Stop Repeated Playback of Unplayable Sound Listbug fix
    Steam