Discord Launches Sponsored Quests to Introduce Ads with Minimal User Disruption

The new advertising model allows users to disable ads and earn rewards, despite Discord's historical opposition to ads.

Discord introduces Sponsored Quests, allowing video game developers to advertise to users with minimal intrusion.
Users can earn in-game rewards by completing Sponsored Quests while friends watch their game streams on Discord.
Ads will be targeted based on users' gameplay, age, and geographic location, and can be disabled in settings.
The move marks a significant shift from Discord's previous anti-advertising stance, citing user experience and privacy concerns.
Despite potential user backlash, Discord aims to support game developers and boost revenue through this advertising model.