Start Talking: How to Set Up Discord Voice Chat on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

Setting up Discord voice chat on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S allows players to chat with their friends across platforms, making gaming more social and interactive. Here’s how you can set it up on both consoles:

Setting Up Discord Voice Chat on PS5

As of a recent update, PlayStation 5 supports Discord voice chat natively. Follow these steps to set it up:

1. Link Discord and PlayStation Network Accounts

Open Discord on your PC or mobile device.
Go to User Settings (cog icon).
Scroll to Connections and choose PlayStation.
Follow the prompts to sign in to your PlayStation Network account and link the two accounts.

2. Join Discord Chat on PlayStation

Open Discord on your phone or PC.
Join a voice channel or start a direct voice call.
You’ll see an option to Transfer to PlayStation in the voice channel’s options.
Select your PS5 from the list and transfer the call to your console.

3. Use Voice Chat on PS5

Once the transfer is complete, you’ll be connected to Discord voice chat through your PS5.
You can manage your chat options (mute, leave, etc.) through your console’s control center or through Discord on your phone or PC.

Setting Up Discord Voice Chat on Xbox Series X/S

On Xbox Series X/S, the Discord voice chat integration works similarly to PS5, allowing seamless communication while gaming.

1. Link Discord and Xbox Accounts

Open Discord on your phone or PC.
Go to User Settings and select Connections.
Choose Xbox Live and sign in to your Xbox account to link it.

2. Update Your Xbox

Ensure your Xbox Series X/S has the latest system update.
Go to Settings > System > Updates and check if your system is up to date.

3. Start a Discord Call and Transfer It to Xbox

On Discord (mobile or PC), join a voice channel or start a direct voice call.
Look for the option to Transfer to Xbox from the voice channel’s options.
Select your Xbox console, and the voice chat will be transferred.

4. Manage Discord Chat on Xbox

Once connected, you’ll be able to use your headset and controller to communicate through Discord while playing games on your Xbox.
Manage volume, mute/unmute, and leave the call via the Xbox guide or your Discord app.

Extra Tips:

Bluetooth/USB Headset: Both consoles support Bluetooth or wired USB headsets. Ensure your headset is compatible for the best voice chat experience.
Manage Chat Preferences: You can adjust audio balancing (game vs. voice chat) in your console’s settings.

This setup allows cross-platform communication, so you can chat with friends no matter where they’re playing!