Voice Pack & VGS System — Smite Guide

Master Smite's Voice Guided System (VGS). Learn how Voice Packs enhance communication and team coordination for strategic gameplay.

Mastering the Voice Guided System (VGS) and understanding how Voice Packs enhance it is crucial for effective communication and team coordination in Smite. While the VGS offers a robust set of pre-recorded commands, a Voice Pack replaces the generic announcer voice with your chosen God's unique personality, adding immersion and sometimes even strategic nuance.

Acquiring Voice Packs

Voice Packs are typically purchased individually for each God. Here's how to get them:

• God Page: Navigate to a specific God's page from the main menu (Gods > [Select God]). On the God's overview tab, you'll usually see a "Voice Pack" section or a button to purchase it.
• Skins Tab: Some skins come bundled with their own unique voice packs. Check the description of premium skins (e.g., Tier 3, Tier 4, or Limited skins) on the Skins tab of a God's page. If a skin includes a voice pack, it will be explicitly stated.
• Chests: Voice Packs can sometimes be found as rewards within various in-game chests (e.g., Odyssey Chests, Divine Uprising Chests). These are often RNG-based, so direct purchase is usually more reliable.
• Bundles: Occasionally, Hi-Rez will release bundles that include a God, a skin, and their respective Voice Pack. Keep an eye on the in-game store's Bundles section.

Once purchased, a Voice Pack is permanently unlocked for that specific God and will automatically activate whenever you play them.

Understanding the VGS System

The VGS is a powerful tool for rapid, clear communication without needing to type. It's accessed by pressing the V key by default. This opens a series of nested menus, each corresponding to a category of commands. Here’s a breakdown of essential commands and strategies:

Core VGS Commands and Usage

The VGS is structured hierarchically. You press V, then a letter for the main category, then another letter for the sub-category, and sometimes a third for the specific message. Practice in the Jungle Practice map (Play > Training > Jungle Practice) to get comfortable.

• V + A (Attack):
  • VA1: Attack Left Lane!
  • VA2: Attack Middle Lane!
  • VA3: Attack Right Lane!
  • VAA: Attack! (General call)
  • VAG: Attack the Gold Fury! (Crucial for objective calls)
  • VAF: Attack the Fire Giant! (Also vital for late-game objectives)
  • VAD: Attack the Titan! (End-game push)
• V + D (Defend):
  • VD1: Defend Left Lane!
  • VD2: Defend Middle Lane!
  • VD3: Defend Right Lane!
  • VDD: Defend! (General call)
• V + M (Missing/Enemy):
  • VM1: Enemy Missing Left!
  • VM2: Enemy Missing Middle!
  • VM3: Enemy Missing Right!
  • VMM: Enemies Missing! (General call, often used when multiple enemies are unaccounted for)
  • VMS: Enemy Spotted! (Use with a ping to indicate location)
• V + B (Be Careful/Retreat):
  • VB1: Be Careful Left!
  • VB2: Be Careful Middle!
  • VB3: Be Careful Right!
  • VBB: Retreat! (General call to fall back)
  • VBE: Enemies Behind Us! (Crucial for gank warnings)
• V + C (Communicate/Acknowledge):
  • VCJ: I'm on my way! (Use when rotating or responding to a call)
  • VCR: Retreat! (Another option for retreating)
  • VCY: Yes!
  • VCN: No!
  • VCC: Cancel That! (Often used to retract a previous call or when a plan changes)
  • VCS: Sorry!
  • VCH: Hi!
  • VCW: Wait!
• V + G (Gank/Help):
  • VG1: Gank Left Lane!
  • VG2: Gank Middle Lane!
  • VG3: Gank Right Lane!
  • VGH: Help! (General call for assistance)
• V + S (Self/Status):
  • VSB: I'm Building Cooldowns!
  • VSR: I'm Returning to Base!
  • VSS: I'm on my way! (Another option for "on my way")
  • VSA: Ultimate is Ready! (Crucial for coordinating engages)
  • VSU: Ultimate is Down! (Informs teammates when you can't use your ult)

Strategic VGS Usage Tips

• Ping Integration: Always combine VGS calls with pings (G key by default) for maximum clarity. For example, VM1 followed by a ping on the left lane tower communicates "Enemy Missing Left, and they were last seen here."
• Objective Calls: Use VAG (Attack Gold Fury!) and VAF (Attack Fire Giant!) frequently. These are critical for rallying your team around objectives.
• Gank Warnings: VM1/2/3 are your best friends. Call out missing enemies immediately to prevent your teammates from being caught off guard.
• Ultimate Status: VSA (Ultimate is Ready!) is vital for initiating team fights or coordinating follow-ups. Similarly, VSU (Ultimate is Down!) helps manage expectations.
• Rotation Communication: Use VCJ (I'm on my way!) when rotating to a lane or objective. This lets your team know you're coming and to potentially hold their position.
• Avoid Spamming: While communication is good, excessive VGS spam can be distracting and annoying. Use commands judiciously and purposefully.

By effectively utilizing Voice Packs and mastering the VGS system, you'll significantly improve your team's coordination, awareness, and overall chances of victory in the arena of the gods.