Just a few weeks ago we told you that Microsoft was in full talks with Discord for its acquisition. It was a potential big-figure deal, but recently the communications company announced that he preferred to stay independent.
Now, Sony has just announced the signing of an agreement between both companies. Via a statement on your website, the Japanese company has revealed that Discord will connect “your gaming and social experience on PlayStation Network”.
In the words of President and CEO Jim Ryan, he clarifies that his goal is “Bringing Discord and PlayStation Experiences to Console and Mobile Devices Early Next YearIn other words, it would not be until 2022 when we would see this collaboration become a reality.
Although it has not been specified exactly how Discord will work in an integrated way in PlayStation systems, it has been added that Sony has made a minority investment in the platform.
Ryan explains that from his first conversations with founders Jason Citron and Stan Vishnevsky he realized the need for “empower players to create communities and enjoy shared gaming experiences. “
Used by more than 140 million people every month around the world, Discord is one of the most requested formulas among gaming communities when it comes to connecting and sharing content. More news will be announced over the next few months.
