Boosting player engagement and retention just got easier. Discord’s cross-platform chat features are now out of closed beta and ready for your game. You can now seamlessly integrate Discord voice and text chat, enhancing your multiplayer experience and increasing playtimes with longer game sessions. Additional improvements include DM and lobby chat history, as well as custom audio effect processing to make your integration even smoother.
Reviving a classic franchise is a high-stakes challenge, but Tencent Games did it by leveraging Discord as a central hub for the new Delta Force. They built a player-first culture with genuine developer-to-player communication and a robust feedback loop that directly shaped the game. This approach cultivated a loyal community of over 800K members, proving that authentic engagement is key to long-term success.
Gear up for a packed month on the Discord Developers server. Join us to master new UI elements at our Modal Component Event (Sept. 10 at 12:00 pm PST), and get critical insights during our Fall 2025 Platform Updates (Sept. 25 at 12:00 pm PST). It's your direct line to building better Discord experiences.
The 'Discord Server 101' video series is now available on our new YouTube channel, and is your ultimate guide to building a powerful hub for your game. Learn core steps for server setup, security, and management. Discover strategies to engage players and turn curious fans into a thriving community.
This latest community update tackles common requests from server admins and community builders who've helped us identify clunky channel behavior and moderation tools. Key fixes include: Mod View now working on all servers, resolved mobile onboarding infinite loops, and Forum channels available across all server types without Community feature requirements. The improvements also cover better role editing on mobile, enhanced channel permission settings, and accessibility upgrades for Server Guides.
