Discord Unveils Major Upgrade for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S Consoles

Discord has rolled out significant new features for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles, now accessible to Xbox Insiders. These enhancements will soon be available to all Xbox users worldwide.

Over the years, Discord has grown into one of the leading messaging and social platforms, maintaining a strong focus on gaming. After partnering with PlayStation in 2021 and enhancing features on their consoles, including the addition of voice calls on the PlayStation 5, Discord is now bringing similar advancements to Xbox gamers.

On July 31, Discord announced that Xbox Insiders can now access new features, with a global release planned for all users soon. The Xbox friends list will now include Discord friends who are active in gaming and voice calls, displayed in a "Happening Now" section. This allows users to join Discord voice channels, watch friends stream games, or start calls directly from their Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S consoles, streamlining the Discord experience on Xbox.

Key Features of the Discord Update on Xbox

• Discord Friends and Channels Visibility: Discord friends and channels are now integrated into the Xbox friends list, allowing users to see what their friends are up to in real-time.
• Discord Stream Viewing: Xbox gamers can now watch Discord streams directly from their consoles. By selecting a friend's profile in the Xbox guide and choosing the "Watch Stream" option, users can view streams in full-screen, complete with mute and volume controls.

The primary aim of these new features is to eliminate the need for a smartphone or secondary device while using Discord on Xbox. Players can now easily browse and join Discord activities directly from their consoles, enhancing their gaming experience on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

Xbox Insiders frequently receive updates ahead of a global rollout. Those interested in experiencing the latest features can join by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub app on their consoles or Windows devices. The Xbox Insider Twitter account also provides updates on upcoming alpha releases, encouraging users to give feedback to improve updates and integrated apps like Discord.