Discord Launches Major Desktop Redesign with Revamped Game Overlay

The update introduces customizable widgets, new themes, UI density options, and enhanced performance for gaming and communication.

Discord's new Game Overlay no longer hooks into game windows, improving compatibility and reducing performance issues.
The redesigned overlay features customizable widgets and a picture-in-picture option for watching friends' streams during gameplay.
The desktop app now includes four free themes—Light, Ash, Dark, and Onyx—along with new UI density options for better readability.
Centralized voice and video controls in the desktop app improve accessibility and user experience during calls.
These updates align the desktop app with its mobile counterpart and reflect Discord's focus on PC gamers, with speculation about a potential IPO later this year.