Playing games is always a good amount of fun, but isn't it better when we can share the experience with friends? Sometimes it is about multiplayer, but now it is also about streaming. Thanks to a recent update, Microsoft's console can now stream directly to Discord. But how to stream games from Xbox to Discord? That's what we're about to find out.
In recent years, Discord has become a must-have app for anyone who has been dabbling in games and wants to create a community. Be that of friends or followers, there is just no better app out there. And how it's become even better.
So, now you are able to stream games directly from your Xbox console to Discord. It is very easy to do it, and we'll look at all the details.
How to stream gameplay to Discord from Xbox
In order to stream your gameplay to Discord from your Xbox, first you need to have set up Discord on your Xbox. Once that's done, just enter the menu by pressing the Xbox button on your gamepad, then go to Parties & Chats and select Discord.
Follow these simple steps:
- Open the Xbox menu
- Select "Parties & Chats"
- Select the Discord icon and the server you'd like to stream to
- Now select the channel and select the relevant options
- You can try out different stream qualities such as 720p and 1080p
- Now select "start stream" and you're set.
This is a great update which allows for quick and easy streaming to your Discord friends and followers.
How to link your Discord account on Xbox
Naturally, in order to do all that, you'll first need to have your discord account on your Microsoft console. It is pretty easy to do, just follow these steps:
- Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
- Select Profile & System > Settings > Account > Linked Social Accounts.
- Under the Discord option, select Link.
- Follow the instructions to link your Discord account.
- Now, open Discord on your PC or mobile
- Go to Settings.
- Select Connections and add Xbox.
- Enter the code displayed on your Xbox console. Your accounts will now be linked.
That's all you need to do to stream games from Xbox to Discord. For more tips and tricks for your Microsoft console, check out our guides on how to share games and how to use Xbox remote play.