You can now bypass Discord's age verification checks with a gamepad-controlled 3D model from GitHub

That's one way to get around it.

Discord Goes Into Damage Control Mode Over New Age Verification Requirements, Promising There’s Nothing To See Here For ‘Vast Majority’ Of Users

Not requiring everyone: because you are already using your AI to capture data and age predict Age, Sex, etc. Hence… ...
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Best Discord Alternatives to Try in 2026 If You’re Not a Fan of Age Verification Requirements

Best Discord alternatives to try in 2026 if you’re not a fan of age verification checks. Compare privacy, gaming, and team chat options.

Discord users look for alternatives as the company tries to do damage control

Discord recently announced it will restrict features for users without age verification, and the news (unsurprisingly) hasn't gone over well.