Question 1

PixiJS Sound vs Howler.js for web games?

Accepted Answer

PixiJS Sound is best for PixiJS integration and advanced filters, while Howler.js is more framework-agnostic with broader browser fallback. Choose based on your project's framework and audio complexity.

Question 2

How to add audio filters like reverb in PixiJS Sound?

Accepted Answer

Use the dynamic filters API; for example, apply a ReverbFilter to a sound instance via the filters property, as shown in the filters example linked in the README resources.

Question 3

Can I use PixiJS Sound with React or Vue.js?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it requires importing PixiJS and the sound library, which may not align with React or Vue's component lifecycle. Consider using wrappers or manual integration for best results.

Question 4

What browsers does PixiJS Sound support?

Accepted Answer

It supports modern browsers like Chrome 58+, Firefox 52+, Safari 11+, and iOS 11+, as listed in the known compatibility section. Older versions are not supported.

Question 5

How to control volume for individual sounds?

Accepted Answer

Use the independent volume control feature; each sound instance can have its volume adjusted via the API, similar to the basics example in the README resources.

Question 6

Does PixiJS Sound work without PixiJS?

Accepted Answer

No, it requires PixiJS to be imported first, as stated in the browser usage section. For non-PixiJS projects, consider other WebAudio libraries.

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