EDRP v1.0 turns a video game into a communication simulator. Whether you are a veteran trooper directing a felony stop or a new criminal trying to coordinate a boost, your voice is now your most powerful (and most dangerous) tool.
Log in. Tune in. And watch what you say—the walls have ears.
Discuss this update in the #voice-chat-feedback channel on Discord.
Stay loud, stay safe. — The EDRP Development Team
Version 1.0 allows server owners to attach voice channels to in-game items. If you pick up a walkie-talkie, your voice is transmitted over a specific frequency. If you aim a megaphone, your voice projects in a 50-meter cone. This depth creates tactical gameplay loops previously impossible without complicated external software. edrp voice chat v1.0
Architecture, Protocol Specification, and Implementation
Date: October 26, 2023 Version: 1.0 (Public Draft) Status: Pre-Release Specification
Many roleplayers ask: "Why shouldn't I just stick with Discord?"
Here is the reality check. Discord is a flat communication tool. When you talk to a friend on Discord, you sound the same whether you are roleplaying a CEO or a homeless thief. EDRP Voice Chat v1.0 is dynamic. EDRP v1
| Feature | Discord / TeamSpeak | EDRP Voice Chat v1.0 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Positional Audio | No (Global mix) | Yes (3D Spatial) | | In-Game Muting | Requires server mods | Native /loc mute | | Vehicle Noise | Manual background noise | Automatic engine bleed | | Immersion | Breaks fourth wall | Maintains character |
Furthermore, v1.0 reduces the need for players to run two applications at once (Game + Discord), freeing up RAM and reducing the chance of voice desync during high-intensity moments.
The release of EDRP Voice Chat v1.0 is just the beginning. Developers have already teased features for v1.1 and v2.0, including:
EDRP implements dynamic FEC. If the client detects packet loss rising above 5%, the server begins transmitting redundant audio data (parity packets) alongside the primary stream. This increases bandwidth usage by 20% but prevents audio "roboting" or dropouts. Many roleplayers ask: "Why shouldn't I just stick
The old "/radio 1" command has been retired. Version 1.0 introduces the Radio Dial Menu (Default key: N).
Note: Radios are now physical objects. If you get downed, an officer can remove your radio from your inventory to cut you off from your gang.
EDRP defines a binary packet structure to minimize overhead. The protocol runs over UDP on port 7272 (default).