Let’s explore how it works and whether it’s worth it.
If this happens, switch to desktop for the full experience.
I think it’s great thatDiscord offers so much personalization, especially on the profile.
The Discord Shop Is Overpriced
The shop is where the problem with profile decorations comes in.
If you’re a Discord Nitro member, you get a measly few dollars discount.
Is the Cost of Discord’s Cosmetics a Problem?
Paying for profile cosmetics isn’t anything new.
Steam sells similar goodies, payable in points which are mostly earned by buying games.
you might also buy in local currency from others on the community marketplace.
Steam has many other avenues of revenue, so the comparison to Discord isn’t equal.
All that said, the cosmetics are entirely optionalthe core Discord experience isn’t impacted.
I’ll keep using Discord for all its awesome features, like being able towatch movies with friends.
