Discord now lets you buy and gift video game skins

The Verge
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Discord is introducing a new feature that allows users to buy and gift digital game cosmetics, starting with Marvel Rivals. Users can browse and purchase items directly within the game's Discord server without launching the game. The feature includes wishlists for friends to view and buy items. Discord aims to enhance user experience and provide developers with new revenue opportunities, with plans to expand beyond AAA games in the future. Currently, the feature is available only on the desktop app.

2025-12-02 | Insider Gaming: Marvel Rivals Players Can Now Buy & Gift Items Directly From Discord

Discord has launched a new commerce feature allowing players of Marvel Rivals to buy and gift in-game items directly within the Discord platform. This integration coincides with the game's anniversary and holiday season, enabling players to create wishlists and instantly access purchased or gifted items. Initially available in USD on the desktop client for users in the US, Canada, Ireland, and Oceania, Discord plans to expand support to additional regions and games in the future.

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NetEase has launched the Discord Shop for Marvel Rivals, allowing players to purchase in-game items directly through the Discord desktop app. Currently available only in the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, and Oceania, the shop is limited to PC users, with console players needing to wait for future updates. Players must link their Marvel Rivals and Discord accounts to make purchases, and the shop includes features like wishlists and gifting. Items purchased will expire by mid-December 2025.