In light of Discord’s recent direction, our community has officially decided to stop boosting the server with Nitro boosts. What was once seen as a way to enhance servers and support the platform is now becoming a constant struggle against new paywalls.
The Rise of Discord’s Monetization
Discord has been shifting more and more features behind subscriptions, with pricing models that many users feel are excessive. The latest moves suggest a focus not on community growth but on maximizing revenue at the expense of accessibility.
Reports indicate that Discord is planning to roll out icon packs priced at around €15 a month — a steep cost for something as simple as a custom icon. Meanwhile, basic features such as custom invite links, once available at server level 3, are now rumored to be locked behind future paywalls as well.
Gaming Features Reintroduced – But Behind a Paywall
Discord previously removed its entire games section, only to now consider bringing it back — this time, with an added price tag. What was once free is being reintroduced as a premium feature, leaving long-time users frustrated.
A Platform, Not a Game
Discord has always marketed itself as a communication platform for gamers, creators, and communities. But with each new monetization scheme, it feels less like a community hub and more like another “live service” game designed to squeeze users.
The influence of industry figures such as the former Candy Crush CEO, now tied to Discord’s leadership direction, is evident in these changes. Much like the notorious mobile monetization strategies, the platform is being transformed into a subscription-heavy service with microtransactions on nearly every corner.
Our Stand
For these reasons, our community has made the decision to stop boosting. The value is no longer there — not for us, and not for the many communities that rely on Discord as a place to connect without unnecessary financial barriers.
Discord needs to remember one thing: it is a platform, not another game.
