daTextBox=<font size="11" face="arial" color="#000000">The most important aspect about creating interactive games using 5.1-channel Dolby Digital audio is to listen in 5.1. It seems like a simple concept, but, most game developers only have the equipment to monitor in two-channel stereo. Since interactive audio, by definition, varies continuously, we recommend extensive 5.1 monitoring during play testing and development to ensure that the surround mix levels are appropriate.
Secondly, we encourage developers to use all 5.1 channels. By using all 5.1 channels, a developer is able to make the fullest use of our technology. In addition, most game players with Dolby Digital 5.1 systems expect to hear audio from all six speakers.
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