Status: Accepted
Date: 2026-05-25
Context#
The V5 dependency registry references an audio-runtime decision for native UE audio. The project needs one runtime graph model for music, radio, VO routing, ship interiors, haptics, and platform-specific spatial output.
Decision#
V5 uses MetaSounds as the runtime audio graph system. Middleware may appear in offline content-preparation workflows, but shipped runtime audio graphs are implemented through MetaSounds and UE audio systems.
Consequences#
- Runtime audio modules depend on MetaSounds-compatible assets.
- Audio validation checks can inspect a single graph family.
- Middleware additions require a new decision record and platform review.