Discord on Xbox: How to download and use voice chat on Xbox consoles
Here’s how you can chat with your friends on Discord while playing on your Xbox console.
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After years of hoping that Discord would come to Xbox consoles, fans are finally getting their wish. Recently, Microsoft and Discord announced that Xbox players will soon be able to voice chat with their friends on Discord by transferring calls to their console. This integration will completely break down the communication barrier between Xbox and one of the most popular voice chat programs in the world, making it easier than ever before for friends to talk online whether they’re on Xbox or PC. The update is finally live for all users on Xbox Series X|S consoles and the latest version of Discord on phones and PC.
If you’re curious about how you can take advantage of this integration, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a complete overview of everything you need to know about Discord on Xbox, including how to download it, how to get connected, and more.
How to download Discord on Xbox
Before you can jump into a Discord call on your Xbox console, you’ll need to download a handful of apps and connect your Discord and Xbox accounts. The service was in testing for a while on the Xbox Insider Program, but it has since rolled out publicly. Here’s how to get everything you need to use Discord on Xbox:
You now have everything you need downloaded, as well as the hook between your Discord and Xbox accounts necessary for Discord voice chat to work on your Xbox console.
How to use Discord on Xbox
Now that you have the Discord and Xbox apps ready to go, the process of using Discord on your Xbox is quick and easy. Here’s how to do it:
While using Discord on Xbox, there are several options you can take advantage of. These include the ability to adjust the volume of or mute individual party members in the Discord call, turn on a Discord overlay that shows you who’s speaking while you’re in-game, and switch between your Discord call and regular Xbox game chat.
Discord is live on Xbox right now!
Today, Microsoft and Discord announced that the feature is generally available across all modern Xbox consoles using the latest version of the Discord app. There are rumors that the service could come to PlayStation as well with similar integration in the future, but thus far there’s no further information on how or when that will be implemented.
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The integration might be a little heavy-handed, but it’s perhaps designed to reconcile both company’s security and data handling policies. We’ll keep you posted on all and any updates to the Discord and Xbox integration now and in the future. In the meantime, we recommend grabbing one of thebest Xbox headsetsso your Discord friends can hear you loud and clear.
Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he’s been an avid fan since childhood. He’s been writing for Team WC since the summer of 2017, and you’ll find him doing news, editorials, reviews, and general coverage on everything gaming, Xbox, and Windows PC. His favorite game of all time is probably NieR: Automata, though Elden Ring, Fallout: New Vegas, and Team Fortress 2 are in the running, too. When he’s not writing or gaming, there’s a good chance he’s either watching an interesting new movie or TV show or actually going outside for once.Follow him on X(Twitter).
