discordApr 2, 2026

MULTIPLAYER SEQUEL TO ACCLAIMED AAAA GAME “THE LAST MEADOW” ANNOUNCED: PLAYABLE NOW (opens in new tab)

Discord announces **Last Meadow Online**, a multiplayer sequel to *The Last Meadow* from its in-house studio, Big Wump Games. Players join Wumpus to battle Grass Toucher, a dragon that consumes foliage, in a Discord-based massively multiplayer incremental role-playing game. The game is playable directly on Discord desktop for a limited time, with participants earning an exclusive profile badge. ## A New Threat for Wumpus - After completing the original adventure, Wumpus returns to town to celebrate reaching The Last Meadow. - The celebration is interrupted by Grass Toucher, a foliage-absorbing dragon. - Defeating the threat requires cooperation from a large number of players. ## Multiplayer Gameplay on Discord - Players collaborate with Discord users around the world. - Available character roles include: - Paladin, wielding the light - Ranger, using keen marksmanship - Priest, providing healing - Players can also contribute through crafting and other handiwork skills. - The game is described as a “Discord-Based Massively Multiplayer Incremental Role Playing Game” (DBMMIRPG). ## Availability and Rewards - *Last Meadow Online* is playable directly within Discord on desktop. - The game is available for a limited period, through April 7. - Everyone who helps defeat Grass Toucher receives a limited-edition badge for their Discord profile. Players are encouraged to join friends and contribute before the event ends, making the announcement both a multiplayer game launch and a time-limited Discord community event.

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discordMar 16, 2025

Announcing Discord’s Social SDK, Helping Power Your Game’s Social Experiences (opens in new tab)

Discord has launched the Discord Social SDK, a free toolkit that allows game developers to integrate Discord's social infrastructure directly into their titles to drive player engagement and discovery. The SDK enables features like friends lists and messaging for all players, regardless of whether they have a Discord account, while offering deeper integration for those who choose to link their profiles. By tapping into Discord’s ecosystem of over 200 million monthly active users, the tool aims to help developers overcome discovery challenges in a market where a small number of franchises dominate total playtime. **Solving Discovery Through Social Connectivity** * With 20,000 games launching annually, Discord aims to leverage the fact that 50% of its users discover a new game on the platform every month. * Internal data suggests that playing with at least one friend increases gameplay session lengths sevenfold. * The SDK facilitates "friend-to-friend influence," where 28% of users launch a game within an hour of watching a friend stream it on the platform. **Core SDK Integration Features** * **Unified Friends List:** Synchronizes in-game and Discord friends lists, allowing players to maintain connections both inside and outside the game environment. * **Deep-linked Game Invites:** Enables players to send invites from their in-game list that allow Discord friends to join a specific party, lobby, or session with a single click. * **Rich Presence:** Displays real-time gaming activity on Discord profiles across PC, console, and mobile, serving as a passive discovery tool for a player's social circle. * **Flexible Account Requirements:** Developers can provide a unified social experience to all players without requiring a Discord login, though account linking unlocks more persistent social features. **Advanced Communication Tools in Beta** * **Cross-Platform Messaging:** A closed beta feature that allows players to continue game-related conversations across desktop, console, and mobile devices. * **Linked Channels:** Enables developers to sync in-game chat with specific Discord server channels, providing persistent messaging for guilds and squads. * **Integrated Voice Chat:** Grants developers access to Discord’s proprietary high-quality audio technology to power in-game voice communications. **Technical Specifications and Partnerships** * The SDK is currently available for C++, Unreal Engine, and Unity developers. * Initial support covers Windows 11+ and macOS, with console and mobile support listed as coming soon. * Early adoption partners include major studios such as Theorycraft Games, Facepunch Studios, 1047 Games, and Scopely. By providing these social tools for free, Discord is positioning itself as the foundational social layer for the gaming industry. Developers looking to capitalize on existing social graphs and improve player retention should consider integrating the SDK to bridge the gap between their game and the "digital living rooms" where players already spend their time.

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discordMar 6, 2025

December Staff Picks: It’s Giving Games (opens in new tab)

Discord’s December Staff Picks explores the games employees have been playing recently and the gifted titles that shaped their lives. The contributors highlight a mix of MMORPGs, JRPGs, cozy multiplayer games, card games, and narrative adventures, emphasizing how games create lasting connections with friends and family. ## Scott’s Current Games - Scott, a member of Discord’s Quests team, recently introduced his husband to **Final Fantasy XIV**, a long-running personal obsession. - He is also playing: - **Metaphor: ReFantazio**, reflecting his enthusiasm for JRPGs and Atlus games. - **Marvel Rivals**, while trying to resist spending heavily on cosmetics. ## Games That Changed Scott’s Life - Scott identifies **NieR: Automata** and **Persona 5**, gifted by his best friend in 2018, as his most meaningful gifts. - **Persona 5** rekindled his interest in JRPGs and led him to explore more Atlus titles. - **NieR: Automata** stood out for its excellent gameplay, complex lore, tragic story, and emotional impact. ## Emi’s Cozy Multiplayer Lineup - Emi has been playing relaxed, social games such as: - **Kallax** - **WEBFISHING** - **Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams** - She is also progressing through **Yakuza Kiwami**. - Many of these games serve as a backdrop for chatting with friends. - Emi has recently played **Jackbox Party Pack 3** and **Jackbox Party Pack 6** with friends and family, using voice chat to stay connected across different states. ## Pokémon Blue and Family Memories - Emi’s most memorable gifted game is **Pokémon Blue**, which she and her brothers received alongside their Game Boys. - They spent time outdoors battling and trading Pokémon with link cables. - The game became an early foundation for shared gaming experiences with her family, a tradition that continues today. ## Cody’s Current Games - Cody has shifted from **Marvel SNAP** to the daily routine of **Pokémon TCG Pocket**. - He appreciates being able to open packs quickly without committing to a full match. - When playing competitively, he relies heavily on **Marowak EX**. - He is also playing **Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy** and working through the wider Ace Attorney series. - The games’ exaggerated characters, unexpected twists, and bizarre humor have produced reactions ranging from laughter to shock. ## Continuing Through Ace Attorney - Cody plans to play the remaining entries, including: - **The Great Ace Attorney** - **Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth** - He estimates that he is nearly halfway through the full series. The post presents gaming as more than entertainment: gifted games can inspire lifelong interests, while multiplayer and family games preserve relationships across time and distance.

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discordFeb 27, 2025

November Staff Picks: When One Door Closes… (opens in new tab)

Discord’s November Staff Picks features employees sharing games they are currently playing and recommending accessible titles for newcomers. The discussion spans Metroidvanias, JRPGs, cozy games, mobile games, and multiplayer party experiences. Overall, the contributors emphasize that there is a suitable entry point for every kind of player and platform. ## Veronica’s Current Games and Recommendations - Veronica, who works on Discord’s Quests team, has been playing: - **Ender Lilies**, praising its art direction and story while pursuing all three endings. - **Hollow Knight**, revisited while waiting for news about *Silksong*. - Her recommendation for new players is **Animal Crossing: New Horizons**: - Relaxing and low-pressure. - Can be played at the player’s own pace. - Has no definitive ending, making it approachable for beginners. - Roald is her favorite villager. ## Emi’s Current Games and Recommendations - Emi is continuing through **Yakuza Kiwami**, completing substories and earning money for abilities. - She is also playing: - **Pikmin Bloom**, which combines walking with growing Pikmin. - **Pikmin 4**, inspired by seeing Pikmin in the mobile game. - **Call of Duty: Warzone**. - **Among Us**, despite occasionally forgetting the game’s task list while playing as the Impostor. - Her recommendations depend on platform and interests: - **Genshin Impact** for mobile open-world exploration. - **MARVEL SNAP** for card-game fans. - **Pokémon GO** for an interactive mobile experience. - **Snipperclips** for Nintendo Switch puzzles. - **Animal Crossing: New Horizons** for relaxation and building. - **Mario Kart 8 Deluxe** for accessible racing. - **The Jackbox Party Pack** for playing varied party games with friends using phones. ## Tyler’s JRPG Playthroughs and Beginner-Friendly Games - Tyler is still playing **Metaphor Re:Fantazio**, recommending it to JRPG and *Persona* fans. - He is replaying **Rogue Galaxy**, a PS2-era JRPG he never finished as a child. - He reflects humorously on how older games such as *The Lion King*, *Aladdin*, and *Toy Story* can be unexpectedly difficult. - For newcomers, Tyler recommends choosing games based on interests in other media: - **Ori and the Blind Forest** helped introduce his wife to gaming through its beautiful presentation and engaging gameplay. - Mobile games can also be a good starting point. - Suggested examples include **Marvel SNAP**, **Pokémon TCG Pocket**, and puzzle games such as **Monument Valley**. The article’s practical takeaway is to match a game to a player’s interests, preferred platform, and desired level of challenge. Cozy games, mobile titles, simple multiplayer experiences, and visually engaging adventures can all provide welcoming introductions to gaming.

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discordFeb 26, 2025

Discord’s Headed to Tokyo! See What We’re Doing at TGS 2024 (opens in new tab)

Discord announced its participation in Tokyo Game Show 2024, taking place September 26–29 at Booth 07-C03. The Discordopolis-themed booth will feature Street Fighter 6, giveaways, merchandise, a collectible newspaper, and opportunities to learn about Discord’s role in multiplayer gaming. Two panels will also explore the future of cross-platform gaming and Discord Quests. ## Discordopolis Booth Experience - The booth presents Discordopolis, a neon futuristic city representing Discord as a living game community. - Visitors can play Street Fighter 6 on PC or PlayStation 5 through crossplay. - On September 28 at 10:30 a.m. JST, attendees can challenge Wumpus. - Anyone who participates receives a reward. - Players who defeat Wumpus win a Wumpus-themed Elgato Wave:3 microphone. - Secret in-booth quests offer chances to win Discord merchandise, including a limited-edition Wumpus-themed item. ## Discord Quests and Street Fighter 6 - Players at home can participate in a Discord Quest for Street Fighter 6. - Playing for 15 minutes on PC or a connected console earns a temporary avatar decoration valid for two months. - Discord directs readers to its support documentation for more information about Quests. ## The Discordopolis Newspaper - Attendees can receive a limited-run newspaper designed as an artifact from Discordopolis. - It explains how communities, people, and games connect through Discord. - The newspaper also includes information about the booth and TGS activities. ## Panels on Gaming and Developer Partnerships ### Building for the Future of Multiplayer Gaming - **Date:** September 26, 1–2 p.m. JST - **Location:** Main Stage, Makuhari Messe Hall 1 - Discord and Sony Interactive Entertainment will discuss multiplayer and multiplatform gaming. - Speakers include representatives from Sony PlayStation, Kadokawa/Famitsu, and Discord CTO Stanislav Vishnevskiy. ### Discovering Discord Quests - **Date:** September 27, 2–3 p.m. JST - **Location:** Business Stage, International Conference Hall Room 301 - The panel explains how developers can use Discord Quests to reach its global gaming audience. - Discord highlights that users spend more than 1.5 billion hours per month playing games on the platform. ## Online TGS Community - People unable to attend can join the TGS 2024 Discord server at `discord.gg/discord-tgs` through October 4. - The server will share booth updates, merchandise information, influencer videos, gameplay clips, and event photos. - Discord will also post coverage through its TikTok and Japanese X accounts. The post encourages Tokyo Game Show attendees to visit Booth 07-C03 for hands-on activities and panels, while remote fans can follow the event through Discord’s dedicated online community and social channels.

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