: After the trial, a license for DTS Headphone:X usually costs around $19.99 USD . It is a one-time payment, not a subscription.

. It requires a one-time in-app purchase (typically $19.99) after a 14-day free trial Microsoft Store How to Get a Free Permanent License

One of the first developers to take advantage of the free license was a young indie game creator named Jack. He had been working on a VR game that required immersive audio to fully transport players into the virtual world. With DTS Sound Unbound, Jack was able to create a breathtaking audio experience that rivaled the biggest AAA titles.

Do not use the DTS Sound Unbound app from the Store. Your laptop manufacturer likely installed a custom OEM DTS Audio Processing app (e.g., "DTS Audio Control Panel" from Dell or MSI). That app is your free license. The Store version is for generic hardware. Uninstall the Store version and use the manufacturer’s utility.