How to use Discord on PS5

If you face difficulties chatting with your squad when gaming with friends on the PS5™, there’s a more effective way: Discord. At Asurion, our experts are always on hand to provide tech help and ensure you always have an edge when it comes to gaming. We’re gamers ourselves, so we know this guide provides solid tips on using Discord on PS5.

What you need before getting started

Before using Discord on your PS5, you’ll need to link your Discord account to your PlayStation Network (PSN) account.

Make sure your PS5 has the latest system software before you begin.

To set automatic updates on your PS5:

1. Launch Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Click System Software.
4. Then head to System Software Update and Settings.
5. Switch on Install Update Files and Automatically Download Update Files Automatically.

To update manually:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Select System, then System Software.
3. Opt for System Software Update and Settings.
4. If there’s an update, you’ll see Update Available.
5. Choose Update System Software to start the update.

Once that’s done, download and install the Discord app on your computer or phone, or use the web version. This will help you link the PSN to your PS5.

Linking your PlayStation and Discord accounts

Here are several ways of going about it.

Through a browser:

1. Find Account Management on your browser.
2. Go to PlayStation Network.
3. Click Linked Services.
4. Select Discord from the list and follow the prompts to sign in and link your accounts.

On your console:

1. Open the control center. Press the PS button.
2. Go to Game Base.
3. Select Discord.
4. Choose Link Account and follow the on-screen steps.

Using Discord app:

Download and install the Discord app. It’s available on Windows, consoles, Android, macOS, Linux, and iOS. Follow these steps to link:

1. Open the Discord app.
2. Tap your profile picture to open User Settings.
3. Go to Connections > Add and tap the PlayStation logo.
4. Sign in with your PSN ID and password.
5. Confirm the connection.

Using Discord voice chat on PS5

You can use Discord to chat one-on-one or jump into a group call.

How to use Discord call on PS5 without PC:

1. Press the PS button to open the control center.
2. Select Game Base.
3. Go to the Discord tab.
4. Choose Direct Voice Chats.
5. Pick the player or group.
6. Select Start Voice Chat.

Using your phone or computer:

1. Log in to Discord app.
2. Select Join on PlayStation on the voice channel.
3. Pick your PS5 from the list.
4. You’ll get a notification on your console once it connects.
5. Tap View Discord Voice Chat.

Join Server Voice Channel from PS5:

1. Open the control center.
2. Select Game Base.
3. Head to the Discord tab and pick a server.
4. A voice channel in progress will display avatars next to its name.
5. Choose preferred voice channel and select Join.

Managing privacy settings

Adjusting PS5 privacy settings online:

1. On a connected device, go to Account Management.
2. Select Privacy Settings.
3. Click Edit on the feature.
4. Pick who to interact with from the drop-down list, then select Confirm.

For console settings storage:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Click Users and Accounts.
3. Find Privacy.
4. Select View and Customize Your Privacy Settings.
5. Choose your preferred settings.

For Discord, you can manage direct messages by:

1. Opening Settings in the Discord app
2. Going to Content & Social
3. Toggling off Direct Messages or Message Requests
4. Choosing whether to apply to specific servers or all servers

Block someone:

1. Select the person’s profile on the member list. Use thePS5 keyboard to help search.
2. Tap the ellipsis and opt for Block.

To manage friend requests:

1. Go to User Settings > Content & Social > Friend Requests.
2. Turn on or off the types of friend requests to allow.

FAQs

How do I join a Discord voice chat on PS5?

How to join a Direct Voice Chat on your PS5

1. Open the control center.
2. Go to Game Base, then select the Discord tab.
3. Choose Direct Voice Chats.
4. Select a player or group.
5. Start or join the voice chat.

Why can’t I hear Discord audio on my PS5?

Learning how to use Discord on PS5 will help resolve this. Linking your PS5 to Discord and joining an active chat should do it. Also, confirm you didn’t hit the mute button by mistake.

Do I need the Discord app on my phone or PC to use it on PS5?

You don’t need the app, although it is the most convenient method. After linking your PSN to your Discord account, you can chat directly from your PS5. However, remember that you’ll need to connect to the app initially.