With Discord, gamers can communicate with each other while playing their favorite games on various devices, including mobile, PC, and consoles. Recently, Discord has added a feature to allow players to connect with their friends on PS5, making it possible to chat and play games on this platform as well. In this article, we’ll show you how to use Discord voice chat on your PS5.
Linking Your PlayStation Network Account to Discord
Before you can use Discord voice chat on your PS5, you need to link your PlayStation Network account to your Discord account. Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Update Your PS5
Make sure your PS5 is fully updated with the latest system software. If you’re not sure how to update your PS5, you can learn how to do it here.
Step 2: Link Your Accounts
Discord will be rolling out the ability for users to link their accounts throughout the day. To link your accounts, follow these steps:
- Go to User Settings > Connections on either desktop, web, or mobile.
- Select the PlayStation logo within the Connections menu.
- Follow the process to get your account for PlayStation Network linked to your Discord account.
Once you’ve linked your accounts, you can voice chat with your Discord friends on your PS5, no matter what platform they’re on.
(Note: If you’ve previously linked your account for PlayStation Network to display what game you’re playing, you’ll have to link your account again to grant the permissions needed for Voice. If you were lucky enough to try out Discord Voice on PS5 during the beta phase, you won’t need to link again.)
If you need more help linking your accounts, you can check out Discord’s Help Center article.
How to Use Discord Voice Chat on Your PS5
Now that your Discord and PlayStation accounts are linked, it’s time to start using Discord voice chat on your PS5. Here’s how:
Step 1: Join a Voice Channel on Discord
Join a voice channel on Discord using your mobile or desktop device.
Step 2: Switch to PS5
On mobile, slide up the Voice controls and tap the “Join on PlayStation” button. On desktop, click on the phone and game controller icon.
Step 3: Choose Your Console
You’ll be asked to choose which console you want to transfer your voice conversation to. Choose PS5, and Discord will do the rest.
Step 4: Use Discord on Your PS5
On your PS5, you’ll be able to use all the familiar controls from Discord. You can mute or lower the volume of others, see the name of the voice channel you’re in, and hang up the call once you’re done.
You can also use the built-in microphone on your DualSense controller to chat with your friends.
Discord voice chat on PS5 is an exciting new feature that allows gamers to communicate with their friends while playing their favorite games on the console. By following these simple steps, you can link your Discord and PlayStation accounts and start using Discord voice chat on your PS5. If you need more help, check out Discord’s Help Center or the Discord Moderator Academy’s article on moderating voice channels.
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