Smogon

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Category: Gaming • Focus: Competitive • ★ 5.0 (0 ratings)

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👥 Total Members

54,557

🟢 Active Online

9,343

📅 Established Date

June 15, 2016

🛡️ Safety Status

100% SFW Clean

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About Smogon

This server serves as the main hub for Smogon forums! Our main focus is Competitive Pokemon, and this is supported via our competitive section! We have general channels to help newer players get into the game and to also facilitate high level discussions on it. The Rate My Team forum channel is also one of our more popular places, where people can get help on their team for any selected team. We also have announcement channels to keep updated on happenings around Smogon, including tournament signups! Not only that but we also show support for in-game discussions and a range of off-topic categories. These can range from discussions on Video Games to Music to even Anime/Manga!

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Gaming Ecosystem & Community Operations

Gaming Guild

Serving as a premier gaming destination for 54,557 players, Smogon maintains an active presence of 9,343 concurrent members (17.1% live activity). The community is structured around competitive matchmaking, tactical team voice lobbies with 384kbps Studio Master Audio, and real-time multiplayer coordination.

🎮 Squad Matchmaking & LFG Lounges

Jump into role-organized Looking For Group voice channels to quickly pair with compatible teammates for ranked and casual games.

⚡ Patch Drops & Meta Updates

Stay updated on hotfixes, weapon balance changes, and upcoming seasonal roadmaps directly from official community feeds.

Popular Community Channels

announcements System

Official server news, event schedules, and game maintenance alerts.

lfg-squad-finder Matchmaking

Active voice and text channels to assemble balanced teams.

game-chat Discussion

General conversation on gameplay updates, balance changes, and game lore.

media-and-clips Showcase

Community gameplay recordings and screenshots supported up to 100MB HD File & Clip Sharing.

🛡️ Competitive Conduct & Voice Etiquette

Smogon enforces respectful behavior across all voice and text lounges. Discord AutoMod active spam protection prevents malicious links, while membership screening requires players to agree to fair play guidelines before joining squad voice channels.

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Server Specifications & Verified Perks

6 Verified Perks

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Discord AutoMod Shield

Automated real-time spam filters and link protection keep chat safe.

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Membership Screening

New members must review and agree to community guidelines before posting.

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384kbps Studio Audio

Maximum voice channel bitrate unlocked for ultra-clear voice chat and music.

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Large-Capacity Stage Lounges

Dedicated stage audio for live Q&A sessions, podcasts, and developer talks.

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Custom Soundboard Clips

Server-wide audio reaction effects and custom soundboards enabled.

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Level 3 Boosted Perks

Features custom vanity URL, animated server assets, and 100MB file uploads.

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Top Reasons to Join

✦ Keeping tabs on all Smogon related Tournaments!

✦ Meet verified game studio team members and participate in official community events

✦ We have a range of off-topic topics to choose from, ranging from Video Games to Anime/Manga!

✦ We have support for in-game of the current game, can range from a spoiler channel to raids/co-op support!

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Community Reviews & Ratings

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Score: 98/100

Activity Level

High Activity

Moderation & Safety

100% Clean

Link Validity

Instant Verified

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 Answers

How do I join the official Smogon Discord server?

Click the "Join Server" button on this page to open the direct invite (discord.gg/smogon). Joining is 100% free and open to all public users.

Is Smogon the official community for Competitive?

Yes. Smogon is a central hub for Competitive enthusiasts, featuring update announcements, game sneaks, balance discussions, and live stage events.

Can I connect to Smogon on PlayStation 5, Xbox, or PC?

Yes. Discord features native voice integration across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Console players can link their Discord accounts to transfer party voice chats directly to their consoles while matchmaking.

Does Smogon require member verification before chatting?

Yes. This community uses Discord's official Member Verification Gate. New arrivals must agree to the guidelines before gaining full text and voice chat permissions.

How many active members are in Smogon right now?

As of today, Smogon boasts more than 54,557 registered members with roughly 9k active online at peak hours—making it one of the largest public communities on Discord.

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