Gaming has grown beyond the typical solo campaigns and couch co-ops; it has become a global culture where players can collaborate, compete, and connect with fellow gamers from across the world. Most gaming friendships begin either within the game or through social platforms on the internet. These social platforms are full of gamers who are looking to meet new people and make meaningful connections.
Whether you are looking for casual conversations, serious discussions, in-game teammates, or full-blown gaming communities, there is a place for everyone on the internet. So here are some of the top social platforms on the internet where gamers can make new friends and be part of various vibrant communities.
1. Discord
As a gamer, you must be well aware of Discord, a popular online platform that has revolutionized the way gamers communicate. Initially, this platform was built for voice chat during gameplay, but over time, this platform has evolved into an all-in-one platform for community building. Discord includes voice, video, and text chat along with customizable servers with roles, bots, and permissions. Plus, various games can also be integrated into Discord.
Many games have their dedicated public servers on Discord where you can meet fellow gamers and make new friends. You can also build private servers with your own friends. For long-term bonding and real-time communication, Discord is a great platform.
2. Reddit
Reddit is the most diverse online platform with thousands of different online forums and communities known as subreddits. You can find so many different subreddits on Reddit that are dedicated to every topic imaginable, including gaming. On Reddit, you can find dedicated subreddits for various games where you can take part in discussions, share your experience, share memes, talk about game updates and fan theories, and get to meet new people. To top it all off, your participation on Reddit is totally anonymous.
Subreddits on Reddit are great for sharing tips, venting about games, finding like-minded individuals, meeting new friends, and joining various gaming communities.
3. Steam Community
Steam is the largest PC game distribution platform, and it comes with a built-in social network that allows you to meet new people and make connections with fellow gamers. The Steam community is quite popular among PC gamers, and it can enhance your multiplayer experience with a friend list, chat, party invites, game-specific hubs, and community groups for clans and interest-based play.
For PC gamers, the Steam community is a great platform for seamless matchmaking, making new gaming friends, trading items, chatting with friends, and keeping the connections alive.
4. Xbox Live and PlayStation Network (PSN)
For console gamers, Xbox Live and PlayStation Network are well-established platforms to meet new players, make new friends, and build teams. Through these platforms, you can make new friends, chat with others, create parties or groups, and have seamless matchmaking with friends or strangers. Through these two apps, console gamers can enjoy the social aspect of gaming and make new friends.
5. Twitch
While many people know Twitch as a streaming platform, it is a community hub, especially for gamers. Although the streaming aspect of Twitch cannot be denied and it is one of the few platforms that introduced live streaming after the Omegle official website, it is considered a community hub for many gamers because it enables viewers to develop lasting friendships.
While watching streams, viewers get the chance to bond over shared experiences with chat, emotes, and other interactive features. Plus, many gamers who stream on Discord cultivate their community Discord servers through Live Chat which helps you connect with people with similar gaming tastes and be friends with them.
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I'm a published author and proud US Army veteran who happens to be a gamer, so I decided to combine the two and love every minute of it! Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments and I'll be sure to get back to you.
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