| dc.description.abstract | This study aims to explore Valorant players' perceptions of using voice chat as a speaking skill development tool. Effective communication is a key element in today's digital age, especially in team-based video games like Valorant. The game demands tactical and strategic skills and the ability to communicate clearly and in a timely manner. This study used a descriptive qualitative method by collecting data from questionnaires and interview completed by 39 Valorant players to identify how voice chat contributes to the development of speaking skills.
The results showed most players felt that using voice chat significantly improved their English vocabulary, fluency and pronunciation. Specifically, 77% of participants reported learning a lot of new vocabulary while playing Valorant, while 75% recognized an increase in vocabulary through voice chat interactions. In addition, 87% of players felt that their speaking skills improved, and 82% felt an increase in English fluency when communicating with foreigners in the game. These improvements show that voice chat not only helps in team coordination but also provides an opportunity for players to practice and improve their speaking skills in real situations.
The findings confirm that voice chat in Valorant improves team coordination and is an effective tool for developing speaking skills. With improved vocabulary, fluency, and pronunciation, Valorant players gained additional benefits from voice chat interactions beyond mere in-game communication. The implications of this study are broad, suggesting that communication technology in video games can be a useful tool for language learning. This research paves the way for further studies on how game elements can be integrated into language teaching methods and communication skill development.
Keyword: Voice Chat, Speaking Skills, and Video Game | en_US |
