Is Discord on PS4?

If you are wondering if Discord is accessible on PS4, look no further, we’ve got all the answers.

It’s pretty much impossible to game in 2023 without having heard of Discord. Discord is a free app that connects gamers worldwide and allows people to text and voice chat to each other for free. Discord is mainly split into two key methods of interaction. The first are the large open servers for massive topics like popular games such as Minecraft. The second is small invite-only servers for private groups to chat. Anyone can start a server and invite their friends to join.

Once in the server, users can use either the voice channel or text channel to communicate with each other. The voice channel allows both audio and video call and users can even share their screen. The text channels act much like major social media apps like Whatsapp and Facebook Messenger. It allows users to post messages, share pictures and gifs, and upload files.

The chat software recently saw it make its way to the PS5 – so you’d be right in thinking about if its younger sibling can also access it. With over 100 million users worldwide, it’s easy to see why people are wondering if they can access Discord on PS4.

Is Discord on PS4? Sort of.

In short, yes, but only as a beta version so the roll-out is still ongoing.

Back on January 31, 2022, Discord announced that users could connect their PlayStation Network Account to Discord. This allowed users to display their game activity and their PlayStation Network online ID in their profile. The idea was that it would make it easier for multiple users to coordinate PlayStation use such as multiplayer games within Discord.

If you want to do that, here’s how:

1. Open Discord.
2. Click User Settings > Connections.
3. Select the PlayStation icon.
4. A new window will open asking you to sign into your PlayStation account.
5. Fill in your details.
6. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Privacy > View and Customise Your Privacy Settings.
7. Select ‘Anyone’ for your PSN Online Status and Now Playing visibility.

But Discord is now testing out a new beta version. Players have been receiving email invitations asking them to download the new version of Discord and try it out on their PlayStation. If you haven’t already, go check your email to see if you’re one of the lucky ones!

If it turns out you are indeed a Chosen One, here’s how to download Discord and start playing it on your PS4:

How to access Discord on PS4 – Beta Version

So, you’ve received the Golden Ticket, now it’s time to redeem it.

1. Go to your email and make sure there’s a code listed.
2. Redeem that code and go ahead and install Discord into your PS4.
3. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Linked Services.
4. Find the Discord option. Click on it.
5. Confirm that yes, you want to link the accounts.
6. You will be shown to options: use your browser or link using the QR code.
7. Select whichever option you would like to use.
8. Follow the prompts and enter your Discord login details.

Now your account is linked you’re almost there. All there is left to do is make sure you can use voice call while using Discord in PS4. Luckily, it’s an easy process.

1. Open up the Discord app on mobile.
2. Go to Voice Controls > Join on PlayStation.
3. A pop-up will appear. Select ‘Transfer to PlayStation’.

You’re good to go! You can now use all of the voice and sound options that Discord normally provide, all from your PS4.

How to access Discord on PS4 – Regular Version

If you did not receive an invitation to beta test, and are waiting with the rest of us for the full roll-out – don’t worry! That doesn’t mean you can’t use Discord on PS4. Here are two easy ‘hacks’ to access Discord. Let’s find out how.

To text chat using Discord on PS4:

1. Switch on your PS4.
2. Go to the content area of the home menu. A row of icons will be displayed from which you can navigate to all of your games and apps.
3. Scroll along this row until you reach Internet Browser.
4. If you can’t find it, or for some reason Internet Browser is not displayed in your options, go Library > Apps. Internet Browser should be displayed there.
5. Select Internet Browser by pressing X on your controller.
6. Select the Triangle on your controller.
7. A blinking cursor should now appear in the search box and a keyboard pop-up will open.
8. Enter Discord into the search bar and select R2.
9. Select Discord from the options listed.
10. Log in to your Discord account when prompted.

To audio chat using Discord on PS4:

This one requires a bit of extra hardware. According to PC Guide’s experts you’ll need to get a MixAmp and a ground loop filter noise isolator.

MixAmp is a device connected to your audio port that allows you to mix together PC sound, console and game audio. For this reason it’s a very popular bit of kit amongst streamers. Unfortunately, it’s quite expensive with the Astro Gaming MixAmp clocking in at just over £100 on Amazon.

Note: MixAmp requires the use of cable to connect, so if you’re a diehard wireless gamer, this hack won’t work for you.

A ground loop filter noise isolator is small device plugged into your audio port that removes all the irritating background noises. Think of all the hisses, statics and hums you get when too many parts of your entertainment system are plugged into the same power source. That’s what a ground loop filter noise isolator gets rid of.

Once you’ve got your MixAmp and your ground loop filter noise isolator, you’re ready to connect your PS4 to audio chat on Discord.

1. Switch to console mode and switch on your MixAmp.
2. Plug your ground loop filter noise isolator into the device aux port.
3. Plug the aux cable into the ground loop filter noise isolator.
4. Grab your USB cable and connect it to your PS4.
5. Making sure you’re using a 3.5mm cable, connect your headset to your MixAmp.
6. Switch on the PS4.
7. Select Settings > Devices > Audio Devices > Input Device.
8. Select your headset.
9. Find Output Device and select TV or AV Amplifier.
10. Return to Settings.
11. Select Sound and Screen > Audio Output Settings > Primary Output.
12. Set to Digital Out (Optical).

You’re all done!

The good news is that Discord has just released an update that allows Discord voice chat on PS5. This update will allow used to chat and play multiplayer games no matter what device they are playing on as long as it is supported by Discord. This includes PC, mobile, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. While for now this remains a PS5 only feature it’s an exciting step in the Discord/PlayStation partnership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Discord on PS4 or PS5?

You can connect your PS4 to Discord and display your Network Status, and there are ‘hacks’ to get audio for Discord on PS4. However, for now audio chat for Discord remains a PS5 feature only.