Discord on Xbox adds the ability to watch friends’ Discord streams whether they’re sharing from a PC, mobile phone, or Xbox, rolling out over the coming weeks (Tom Warren/The Verge)
Discord’s Xbox app is getting a major boost to its social capabilities, allowing users to watch their friends’ streams, regardless of where those streams originate. This means you can now catch your friend’s gameplay session, whether they’re broadcasting from their PC, mobile phone, or even another Xbox console.
The feature, which is rolling out to Xbox users over the coming weeks, is a significant improvement on the current Discord functionality. Previously, you could only watch streams from Xbox consoles within the Discord app. This update eliminates those limitations, making Discord a more comprehensive hub for connecting with your gaming friends and enjoying their content.
“This is something our community has been asking for, and we’re excited to deliver it,” said a Discord spokesperson in a statement. “We want to make it as easy as possible for Xbox users to connect with their friends and share their gaming experiences.”
This update aligns with Discord’s overall push to become a more central platform for gaming communities. By offering a unified viewing experience across multiple platforms, Discord is making it easier for friends to share their gaming journeys and build stronger connections within their communities.
While the specific release date for this update hasn’t been disclosed, it’s expected to become available for all Xbox users soon. With this feature, Discord is poised to further solidify its position as a leading voice in the world of online gaming, making it a more powerful and engaging platform for gamers everywhere.