Discord and Xbox have teamed up to give Xbox Game Pass subscribers a taste of Nitro. If you are an eligible Xbox Game Pass subscriber, you get access to 3 Discord Nitro Perks at no extra cost.
What this article covers:
Available Nitro Perks
Active Game Pass subscribers who have linked their Discord account to their Game Pass account will receive these three Nitro perks every month:
- Quest Orbs Multiplier: Earn Orbs faster when you complete Discord Quests. Starting May 8, 2026, your Quest rewards get a 1.2x boost automatically.
- Monthly Orbs Drop: Get 250 Orbs every month. No action needed, the extra Orbs will automatically show up in your total Orbs balance of eligible accounts.
- Shop Discount: Enjoy the same discount on Discord Shop purchases that Nitro Standard subscribers get.
Xbox Connection in the Discord app
How to Earn Nitro Perks
To start receiving your Game Pass perks on Discord, you'll need to link your Xbox account to your Discord account.
Desktop/Browser
1. Press on the cogwheel [] at the bottom-left of your client to go to your User Settings and then navigate to the Connections tab.
2. Select the Xbox icon and press Continue to begin the account linking.
Navigating to Connections to Connect to Xbox
3. To establish the connection of your Discord and Xbox accounts, pressing Continue will open a browser page for you to provide your Xbox account credentials.
4. After you read over the in-client authorization message, press Authorize and Continue.
Authorize and Continue Button in Connection Window
5. And that’s it! You can now show your Xbox gamertag, game activity, and how long you’ve been playing on Xbox in your Discord user profile.
Example of Successful Xbox Connection
Mobile
1. Navigate to User Settings on your Discord mobile app by tapping your avatar icon in the bottom-right corner.
2. Select the cogwheel [] in the upper-right corner to navigate to Settings > Connections.
Navigating to Settings > Connections
3. Select the Xbox icon. You can also tap Add in the upper-right corner to add a new connection.
Xbox Icon (Left), Add Button to Add New Connection (Right)
3. The app will let you know that you will need to connect both your Xbox and Discord accounts. Press Getting Started.
Get Started Button in Connection Window
4. To establish the connection of your Discord and Xbox accounts, press Continue which will open an in-app browser page for you to provide your Xbox account credentials.
5. After you read over the in-client authorization message, press Authorize and Continue.
Authorize and Continue Button in Connection Window
6. Your accounts are now connected! You can now show your Xbox gamertag, game activity, and how long you’ve been playing on Xbox in your Discord user profile. Don’t forget to download the Xbox app on your mobile device for Discord Voice on your Xbox console!
Example of Successful Xbox Connection
Want to learn more? You can learn more about your Xbox connection with Discord in the Discord and Xbox Connection FAQ article.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this benefit for Game Pass subscribers available in my country/region?
A: Nitro is available globally, with the exception of the following regions: Syria, Ukraine, Russia, Iran, China, and North Korea. If you're located in one of these regions, you won't be able to use the Nitro benefit with Game Pass. For info on Xbox Game Pass markets, see: xbox.com/regions
Q: Which Game Pass plans are eligible?
A: All Xbox Game Pass plans are eligible. Whether you're on Game Pass Essential, Premium, or Ultimate, you'll receive the same set of Discord Nitro perks.
Q: Do I need a Nitro subscription to get these perks?
A: No. These perks are included with your Game Pass subscription and don't require a Nitro membership. If you're curious about what else Nitro offers beyond these perks, you can check out the full list of Nitro benefits in our What are Nitro & Nitro Basic? Help Center article.
Q: I already have Nitro. Can I still claim these perks?
A: If you already have an active Nitro subscription, you're already receiving these perks (and more) through Nitro! This benefit is designed for users who don't currently have an active Nitro subscription.
Q: How do I get my monthly Orbs drop?
A: Your 250 Orbs are deposited automatically each month to eligible accounts if your Xbox and Discord accounts remain linked and your Game Pass subscription is active. Once you subscribe to Nitro, you will receive your next monthly Orbs drop 7 days after your subscription begins.
Q: When will my first monthly Orbs drop occur?
A: If you have Xbox Game Pass and connected your account to Discord before May 27, 2026, your first Orbs drop will arrive sometime within 30 days of May 27. If you connect your Xbox Game Pass account to Discord after May 27, 2026, your first Orbs drop will arrive within a week of connecting.
Q: How can I see when I get my next monthly Orbs Drop?
A: Head to Settings > Connections, go to your Xbox connected account section, and select “Learn more” in the banner. A modal will pop up that shows how many more days until your next monthly Orbs Drop.
Learn more option under Xbox Game Pass
Q: Will my Quest multiplier stack with other bonuses?
A: The 1.2x Orb Quest multiplier applies to your Quest rewards for Quests after May 8, 2026 automatically. If you subscribe to Nitro at a later time, you will receive this perk through your Nitro tier benefits instead. If you have Nitro and Xbox Game Pass, the multiplier will not stack.
Q: What happens if my Game Pass subscription ends?
A: If your Game Pass subscription lapses or you unlink your accounts, your perks will deactivate. Any Orbs you've already earned will remain in your account.
Q: I linked my accounts but don't see my perks. What should I do?
A: Make sure your Game Pass subscription is active and that your accounts are fully linked in Discord's User Settings > Connections. If everything looks correct and your perks still haven't appeared, try unlinking and re-linking your Xbox account. If the issue persists, reach out to our Support team through dis.gd/contact