Revolutionizing Xbox Communication: New Discord Features Enhanced for Gamers

Big enhancements are on the horizon for Discord users on Xbox consoles. The upcoming updates will soon be available on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox One, integrating essential new features into the chat service we all love and depend on.

The most significant upgrade involves joining a server voice channel or calling friends directly from the console. In the past, users needed to initiate these actions on a mobile phone before transferring them to the Xbox, a process that was less than convenient. This new capability mirrors a similar update that PlayStation 5 users received earlier in the year and is expected to be a game-changer for Xbox users.

Additionally, the Discord friends list on Xbox will now display friends who are either playing Xbox games or are currently chatting. This will streamline the experience for users, making it much easier to connect and play together. The new update also includes the ability to view Discord streams from the console, encompassing streams from both PC and mobile users, thereby offering no excuse to miss out on impromptu movie nights or game sessions.

These exciting features will be rolled out progressively over the next few weeks and are already accessible to members of the Xbox Insider program.

For those curious about accessing Discord on their Xbox, the process begins by linking existing Xbox and Discord accounts. Start by powering up the console, navigating to the settings menu, selecting the ‘account’ tab, and then choosing ‘linked social accounts’. A variety of choices will be displayed; choose 'Discord' and adhere to the prompts provided on your screen to link your accounts. Once they are connected, you'll have immediate access to all the exciting new features as soon as they are released.

As one of the leading chat applications globally, Discord boasts over 200 million monthly users. In addition to its availability on Xbox, Discord is also a native app on PC, Android, and iOS and can be accessed via compatible web browsers. These new updates are sure to enhance the Discord experience for Xbox users, making it easier to communicate and play with friends than ever before.