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Discord re-introduces age verification policy based on 'account signal' methodology

Game Developer reports that Discord is bringing back age verification using an account-signal model to estimate a user's age group. The move could affect how studios, community managers, and live-ops …

News Game Developer · 1 week ago
Discord re-launches age verification following backlash over privacy concerns

GamesIndustry.biz reports that Discord has relaunched age verification with non-biometric options after privacy backlash. Users can now verify through credit cards, app stores, Google Wallet, or AgeKey, while Discord says …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 1 week, 1 day ago
An honest opinion or defamation? A solicitor outlines the legal nuance

Rockstar’s defamation claim against former workers over Discord posts puts a sharp legal spotlight on how far workplace criticism can go. For studios, the practical issue is whether comments read …

News Game Developer · 2 weeks, 6 days ago
UKIE launches Discord-backed Go To Market Academy, a business program to support early-stage indie devs

GamesIndustry.biz reports that UKIE has launched the Discord-backed Go To Market Academy to help early-stage UK indie studios sharpen launch plans and build communities. The six-module program starts with an …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 1 month ago
Report: Take-Two subpoenas Microsoft and Discord in bid to halt extensive Grand Theft Auto VI leak

Take-Two is moving to choke off a widening GTA VI leak tied to an entity calling itself Cyberleek, which may have access to a playable build. The company has subpoenaed …

News Game Developer · 1 month, 1 week ago
22nd MonoGame "Open Hours" AMA session

MonoGame is holding its 22nd Open Hours AMA on Wednesday, July 15, with the team set to cover 3.8.5, a 3D platformer release, a new city builder sample, and a …

Official MonoGame · 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Why one in three new games at SGF has got their launch wrong | Opinion

Around one in three games announced around Summer Game Fest are missing basic launch groundwork, from a dedicated website to follow-up gameplay and a community Discord. The takeaway for teams …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 3 months, 1 week ago
Discord Social SDK Extension Update

GameMaker has updated its Discord extension to support the Discord Social SDK, which should make Discord integration easier for teams already using that ecosystem. For developers, the practical value is …

Official GameMaker · 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Discord Nitro subscribers to receive "starter edition" of Xbox Game Pass through new partnership

Discord Nitro is getting a Game Pass “starter edition” at no extra cost, with 50+ PC and console games plus 10 hours of cloud play. For devs, the interesting part …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Valve in hot water, Discord begs forgiveness, and more game media layoffs - Patch Notes #42

The gaming industry faces significant upheaval as Valve encounters serious issues, and Discord seeks to mend its reputation. Meanwhile, Tencent's closure of its Montreal studio and Krafton's new AI chief …

News Game Developer · 7 months ago
'We failed at our most basic job:' Discord delays age verification rollout

Discord's delay in rolling out age verification highlights a significant oversight in their communication strategy. Developers should be aware of how this impacts user engagement and community management. The lack …

News Game Developer · 7 months ago
Discord delays age verification rollout to second half of 2026 following backlash

Discord's age verification rollout has been pushed to late 2026 due to privacy backlash. Developers should note the implications for user data handling and potential impacts on community engagement.

News GamesIndustry.biz · 7 months ago
Discord announces age verification will be required for all users from March

Discord's new age verification policy, effective March, initially raised concerns but has since been revised. Most adults will not need to verify their age, as Discord can infer it from …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Discord will soon require age verification for full access

Discord's upcoming age verification requirement will impact user access significantly. Developers, especially those in community management and user engagement roles, need to prepare for how this may affect their user …

News Game Developer · 7 months, 3 weeks ago
What Discord's potential IPO means for its business and the video game industry

Discord's potential IPO could reshape the gaming landscape, especially for developers relying on community engagement. As one of the largest IPOs in the industry, this move signals a growing recognition …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Ubisoft shutters Halifax studio, Kinetic Games launches publishing label, and is Discord going public? - Patch Notes #35

Ubisoft's decision to close its Halifax studio signals a significant shift in its development strategy, impacting local talent in programming and design. Meanwhile, Kinetic Games is making waves by launching …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Discord reportedly makes confidential filing for IPO

Discord's potential IPO could reshape how game developers interact and collaborate online. As a platform integral to many gaming communities, its public offering might influence its features and monetization strategies, …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Report: Discord confidentially files for IPO

Discord's confidential IPO filing marks a significant step towards its public debut, which could reshape its business model. For developers, this means potential changes in monetization strategies and platform features …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Are Roblox and Discord protected from civil liability under Section 230?

The article explores whether Roblox and Discord are shielded from civil liability under Section 230, a crucial legal protection for online platforms. This legal framework can significantly impact how developers …

News Game Developer · 10 months ago