Is there a way to test my mic before joining a game discussion?

Just run a pre-record in your streaming program (e. g., OBS), which will automatically display a waveform meter of what microphone you are picking up. Or you can use a “test tone” function. You needn’t rely on your ears to tell whether your mic is working. The forums and wikis are worthless for mic testing, as they’re not built to support it. And don’t think you’ll hear it in time during the stream! Just do a short test broadcast of 5 minutes to make sure everything’s working. It’s best to get it right before you’re actually streaming. Make sure your gaming headset is plugged in properly as well – there’s no point in testing the mic if it’s unplugged. A little precaution goes a long way. Best of luck broadcasting!

Yep, test that mic! Almost all apps these days have a "Test Mic" button under audio settings. Click it, speak into your mic and make sure the levels go up and down. Adjust your input levels or reposition your mic as needed. As an extra precaution, try recording yourself using something like onlinevoicerecorder.com (it's free), and then record yourself for five seconds. Lastly, ensure that your mic is working inside of your streaming software. It's far better to fail at testing than during the stream. Good luck with your stream! ☻