Perspectives of Sound Designers on Real-Time Sound Propagation in Games

Realistic sound propagation is important for immersive game audio, yet its implementation remains a balance between physics-based accuracy and creative design. This paper presents a survey on physics-based techniques for sound propagation rendering in video games. It explores the perspectives of professional sound designers working in the video games industry, examining their approaches and prioritization in implementation. The key findings reveal a complex relationship between physicsbased calculation and creative design preferences, highlighting a significant gap between academic theory and practical solution design. The study offers a practical discussion and insights for implementing sound propagation effects in industry projects.