Paul Mit

Playwrk: Virtual Private Club for Gamers - Where Gaming Meets Networking

Virtual private club for gamers and a custom Discord app where entrepreneurs, executives, and senior professionals from tech, finance, business, creative, eSports, and beyond play together in a friendly environment while making new global connections.

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Serge Borisov
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Hi Hunters! You’re busy, so I’ll keep it short — attention spans are low these days anyway.

Playwrk is a virtual private club for gamers — a custom Discord app where entrepreneurs, execs, and senior professionals from tech, finance, creative, eSports, and beyond play together while making new global connections.

It’s an easy, effortless way to meet high-impact people while doing what we love — gaming. We’ve made matchmaking as simple as possible, and yes… we finally have a legit excuse to play more 😏

More than 10 games are on the table — CS2, LoL, CoD, Dota 2, Fortnite, PUBG, WoW, Valorant, Apex, Overwatch, and more.

Curious who you’ll meet? Join our Discord server for free and explore intros from our current members.

Two plans available:

Pro Plan - for anyone looking to play their favorite games in a like-minded community
Executive Plan - exclusive community for founders, C-level executives, and senior professionals. Subject to eligibility.

🎮 PH Launch Perk: Until Apr 12th, you'll get a 50% subscription discount, or use code PH2025 to get a lifetime Executive Plan ($39/mo) for just a $39 one-time payment. Use it once your application is accepted. 100% refund guarantee for one month if you don't like it.

Serge Borisov

🔥 Key Playwrk Server Features:

/notifications – Get alerts for game sessions that match your schedule and preferences.
/playwrk schedule – Set up a game at a specific time and notify relevant players.
/playwrk browse – Discover all available gaming sessions (Playwrks) in your favorite games.
/playwrk profile – Check out profiles of fellow members, including LinkedIn, Steam, and more.

Bonus: Instantly get notified on Discord DM when someone new joins Playwrk who shares your game preferences and subscription tier. Connect on Steam / Epic Games / Battle.net, etc., and jump in the game!

P.S. I play CS and PUBG, so if you do too, come join me - I'm looking for teammates, haha 🔫

Konstantine Shirshov

@asby thanks for perk 🧡!

Serge Borisov

@shirshov you're welcome!

Anastasia A

@asby This looks awesome! Quick question — will there be an option to link Playwrk to other Discord servers for even easier connections with my gaming community?

Serge Borisov

@a_anastasiaaaa great question! Right now, Playwrk operates as its own Discord app, so all Playwrk features live within our server. However, we know that many players are part of other gaming communities, and we’re definitely exploring ways to make connections even smoother.

Tamara Stankovic

@asby Congrats on the launch! 🚀

Kirill Zverev

@asby now that's a cool idea! As many here, I built incredible friendships over the years based on mutual gaming interests so it's makes so much sense to apply same practice to professional networking. Congrats on the launch!

Paul Mit

👋👋👋

I’ve been following Playwrk since the early days, and honestly, I think what the team is building here is super refreshing.


It's one of those ideas that made me think:

"Why didn’t this exist before?"

Most networking platforms feel forced or transactional. Playwrk flips that by letting people connect naturally over gaming—no awkward intros, no pressure.

You just play, and the connections happen. I’ve seen firsthand how many interesting people are already in the community (founders, execs, creatives), all just looking to unwind and meet new people through games they actually enjoy.


Excited to see this live on Product Hunt.

Big congrats to the team! 👏 🎮

Serge Borisov

@mituhin, thanks for your support! Exactly, why didn't this exist before?!

Dmitriy A.

Great way to play and network, looking forward to see some older folks playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 from 2007

Serge Borisov

@smart_egg wow, that's some old school stuff, lads playing CoD: Warzone these days, haha

Dmitriy A.

@asby not sure how many of them in executive position

Alex Void

@smart_egg ++
I lost my COD cd when moving out, and it was a tragedy: somewhat I could't connect to my account anymore
Do some folks still have servers to play available? Last time I checked I've seen only "no perks, no weapon, knives ++"

Dmitriy A.

@alex_jedi yes, active servers are still around, I used to play one I bought via App Store on my Mac, now playing one I bought via Steam inside Parallels. Had to downgrade game to older release to be able to connect to servers. All details can be found on forums. Can send you server IPs later

Alex Void

Congrats on launching! 🚀

This looks suuuuuuuper cool! As an Overwatch player who also builds some indie stuff, I love how you've combined social networking with compet gaming.

Perfect for jumping into a few comp matches in the evening while staying connected with enterpreneur fellas or meet someone new.

Would love to see tournaments added (especially since my playstyle can get a bit intense, haha). Any plans for exclusive community events like this?

Awesome work and best of luck with the launch! 👏

Serge Borisov

@alex_jedi love the energy! 🔥 And yes, tournaments and exclusive events are definitely something we’re considering. Since Playwrk is all about networking through gaming, adding structured competitions, leaderboard challenges, or even private invite-only events could be a great way to bring the community closer.

Jane Philippova
"a legit excuse to play more" 😄 great value prop! and a great idea to combine gaming and networking! @igordebatur @krillbill something tells me you might like it
Serge Borisov

@igordebatur  @krillbill  @janeph thanks for referring! @igordebatur @krillbill what games do you play, guys?

Kirill Zverev

@igordebatur  @janeph indeed, the whole idea brings a smile to my face but it also makes so much sense considering how naturally connections happen when playing together.
good luck with the launch @asby - I'm currently playing lots of Helldivers 2, might be a great addition to your games roster?

Serge Borisov

@igordebatur  @janeph  @krillbill Hey Kirill, definitely, Helldivers 2 will be on our short-term roadmap! Many replies about this game!

Andrey Lipkovskiy

Hey team. Congratulations!
Looks like a fantastic place to connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests — not just in gaming, but also in personal and professional pursuits. 

Good luck!

Serge Borisov

@lipkovskiy thanks a lot, Andrey, I appreciate it!

Maria-Cristina Muntean
Launching soon!

Awesome idea and product! My husband's gonna love this haha

Serge Borisov

@mia_k1 thanks, Maria-Cristina! Of course, feel free to refer your husband! :D

Lyudmila Popova
@asby congrats on the launch! Which games will be supported on the platform right now? What are the plans for the future?
Serge Borisov

@lyudmila_popova, thanks so much for the congratulations!

Right now, Playwrk supports a variety of popular games across different genres, focusing on those that our community has expressed interest in. Some of the games you'll find on the platform include League of Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike, Valorant, Rocket League, and a few others. We aim to offer a diverse mix to suit different playstyles and preferences!

Kate Erina

This is such a cool idea! Feels like the perfect mix of gaming and community. How did you come up with it?

Serge Borisov

@erinakate thanks so much! I'm really glad you think so. 😊

The idea for Playwrk actually came from my own experience. As an entrepreneur and gamer, I was always looking for ways to connect with like-minded professionals, but most networking communities seemed too "disconnected". I realized there was a gap in the market for a platform where professionals could game and network organically — without the pressure of traditional networking events or endless LinkedIn messages.

Nazarii Tekhta

A fantastic place to find people with similar interests. Not just gaming, but also personal and professional ones!

Serge Borisov

@nazar_tekhta thanks Nazarii, I appreciate your support!

Congrats on the launch, waiting for Civilzation to be added!

Serge Borisov

@yury_shlaganov oh yes, definitely! Saw a lot of entrepreneurs playing Civilization!

Anastasia Buga
congrats on the launch! very intriguing approach to networking.
Serge Borisov

@anastasiabuga thanks, Anastasia!

Ivan Ilin

People from Europe can't play with people in the US, right? How do you solve that?

Serge Borisov

@ivan_ilin exactly — latency can be a big issue when playing across regions. That’s why Playwrk lets you set your location (EU/NA) when configuring /notifications. This way, you only get matched with Playwrks (game sessions) that work for your region, ensuring smooth gameplay.

Tasnuva Ashraf Umama
Hahahah wildly relevant for me
Serge Borisov

@umama_ashraf great, what games do you play?

Tasnuva Ashraf Umama
@asby Valorant, COD, other FPS :D and Sims but that is personally
Max
Nice move — games as a social graph. How do you match for both skill and vibe?
Serge Borisov

@hewmax great question! Playwrk isn’t just about finding teammates—it’s about connecting with the right people. Here’s how we match for both skill and vibe:

  • Skill fit – Since members choose their games and set their schedules, Playwrk naturally connects players who are active and engaged at a similar level. We’re also exploring ways to factor in ranks or playstyles for an even better fit.

  • Vibe fit – Playwrk is invite-only, meaning the community is already curated. Plus, you can check a member’s /playwrk profile @user (LinkedIn, Steam, etc.) before jumping into a session to get a sense of who they are.

Lidiya

Friendly communities are as essential to gaming as quality games. I see huge potential for growth and expansion. Best of luck! 😉

Serge Borisov

@mooneeboy thanks much, Lidiya!

🧐 Good find
Super product, have used it for a while and is beyond expectation
Serge Borisov

@timcha thanks, Tim!


Sergey Gorlov

Glad to see something like this. What are the criterias for the Executive plan access?



Serge Borisov

@ceo_nimbia thanks for the interest! The Executive plan is tailored for entrepreneurs, executives, and senior professionals. This helps keep the community focused on high-quality networking, so we mostly take a look at the professional background.

Niko Germish

Great idea, but how will you keep such busy people engaged with the gaming platform?

Serge Borisov

@nikogermish Totally get it — busy schedules make it hard to commit to gaming. That’s why Playwrk keeps it simple:

  • You only get notified about games that fit your schedule.

  • Setting up a session is easy—just schedule it, and Playwrk finds the right people.

  • Even if you’re not playing, you’ll still get DMs when like-minded players join

Anton Tushmintsev
Impressive how you combine gaming and networking, creating a platform where you can not only play but also find like-minded people. Well done for going in this direction!
Serge Borisov

@anton_tushmintsev thanks a lot for your support, Anton!