# Getting Started with the Discord Social SDK

The Discord Social SDK allows you to integrate Discord social features into your game. With the Discord Social SDK, you can offer a seamless social experience for your players, allowing them to connect with their friends and communities on Discord without leaving your game.

If this is your first time learning about the Discord Social SDK, check out the Discord Social SDK [Overview](/guides/discord-social-sdk-overview) and [Core Concepts](/guides/core-concepts-core-concepts) for more information on what the SDK can do and how it can benefit your game.

## Let's Get Started

Select a platform to get started.

If you are unsure which platform to choose, we recommend starting with the C++ guide to familiarize yourself with the SDK's core concepts.

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For use with custom engines or standalone applications.
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For use with Unity.
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For use with Unreal Engine.
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To see a complete list of currently compatible platforms, check out our [Platform Compatibility](/guides/core-concepts-platform-compatibility) section.
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## Next Steps

After you've run through a guide for your preferred platform, you can implement features such as a unified friend list, rich presence, and more. Check out the [Development Guides](/guides/discord-social-sdk-development-guides) for detailed information on using the SDK for each feature.

## Related pages

- [API Reference](./api-reference-index.md)
- [App Fundamentals](./app-fundamentals-index.md)
- [Best Practices](./best-practices-index.md)
- [Bots & Companion Apps](./bots-companion-apps-index.md)
- [Building Games](./building-games-index.md)
- [Building on Discord](./building-on-discord-index.md)
- [Change Log](./change-log-index.md)
- [Communities & Servers](./communities-servers-index.md)
- [Components](./components-index.md)
- [Core Concepts](./core-concepts-index.md)

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