How to Play Games on Discord Without Calling: A Complete Guide

Discord is a popular platform for gamers, offering voice chat, text communication, and even built-in games. But what if you want to enjoy gaming sessions without voice calls? Whether due to privacy concerns, background noise, or simply preferring text-based interaction, there are multiple ways to play games on Discord without voice chat.

Text-Based Games on Discord

Not all games require real-time voice communication. Many games work perfectly through text, allowing players to interact at their own pace.

Turn-Based Games (Chess, Scrabble, Cards)

Popular options include:

Chess.com (share game links in chat)
Scrabble Discord bots (like "Word Game Bot")
PlayingCards.io (browser-based card games)

Interactive Story & RPG Games

Text-based RPGs thrive on Discord:

MUDs (Multi-User Dungeons) – Old-school text adventures
Discord RPG bots (like "RPG Bot" or "IdleRPG")
Choose-Your-Own-Adventure bots (like "Dungeon Master")

Discord Bots for Gaming

Discord bots can host games directly in text channels. Here are some popular options:

Pokétwo

Catch, train, and battle Pokémon via text commands
Works like a classic Pokémon game but in Discord

Dank Memer

Play blackjack, slots, fishing, and trivia
Entirely text-based with currency systems

IdleRPG

Level up your character by typing commands
No real-time interaction required

Card Game Bots

Bots like "UNO" by Night allow full card games in text

Screen Sharing & Silent Game Streaming

If you want to play together without talking, Discord's screen sharing offers:

Stream single-player games for friends to watch
Use text chat for reactions & commentary
Play local co-op games while typing

How to Stream Without Voice

Join a voice channel (you can mute mic)
Click "Screen Share" and select your game
Friends watch while chatting via text

Asynchronous Multiplayer Gaming

Some multiplayer games don't require real-time interaction:

Minecraft Servers (play when you want, leave messages)
Animal Crossing: New Horizons (visit islands via Dodo codes)
Turn-based strategy games (Civilization VI, XCOM 2)

Discord servers can coordinate these sessions via text channels.

Conclusion

Discord offers multiple ways to play games without voice calls:

✅ Text-based games (RPGs, chess, cards)
✅ Discord bots (Pokétwo, Dank Memer, UNO)
✅ Screen sharing (silent streaming)
✅ Asynchronous multiplayer (Minecraft, Animal Crossing)

Whether you prefer typing or just want a quieter gaming experience, Discord has options for you. Try these methods and enjoy gaming without ever needing a mic!