Summary
Discordhas recently started to beta test the new “Discord Orbs,” a virtual currency that will be redeemable for digital items. This is just the latest of many changes made to Discord recently as the platform continues to evolve, and selected users have already been invited to the beta test of the new feature.
Released in 2015, Discord is one of the most popular instant messaging services in the world. The platform allows users to create channels, start voice and video calls with friends, and more. Recent reports have indicated thatDiscord wants to go public with an initial public offering(IPO), which still does not have an official date, but it’s speculated that it could happen before the end of 2025.
Now,Discord has started to testits new “Discord Orbs,” which will be earned by completing the app’s promotional Quests. The Quests initiative rewards users who interact with content from advertisers, and before now, it only provided users with rewards decided by the brands themselves, such as avatar decorations and in-game bonuses. By spending the new virtual currency on the Discord Shop, gamers will be able to get digital goods on the platform, including special badges or even 3-day passes for Discord Nitro. At the moment, only some selected users will have access to Discord Orbs, which will likely be rolled out to more people in the coming months.
Discord is Beta-Testing New ‘Discord Orbs’ Currency
Overall, 2025 has been a year of big changes for Discord. For example,Discord recently implemented the Ignore feature, which was marketed as a “gentler” way to block people. The feature prevents users from seeing interactions and messages from the ignored person but doesn’t actually block them from sending them.
While some of these updates were generally praised, other changes to Discord have not made users happy. Thechanges made to Discord’s UIin March were greatly criticized by a large part of the userbase, who complained about lackluster visuals, performance lag, and more.
Discord has also recently rolled out an age verification systemin the United Kingdom and Australia. The new system will use either a facial scan verification or the upload of an ID via a QR code to recognize users. According to Discord, the information will only be used for a one-time age verification process, and it will not be stored in the company’s servers, as it will be deleted. It remains to be seen how well received the new Discord Orbs will be.
