Playing games and earning money

My gaming brethren, the video game platform Twitch can validate our geekiness… and help us make money with it. Anyone can add a donation button to their channel, and strangers who enjoy watching can toss you a few bucks.

4 Simple Ways to Get Paid to Play Video Games on Twitch

They can also purchase Bits outright via the Amazon payment system. Leveling up requires a bit more work, but it packs a bigger payoff. Becoming a partner is key to earning more revenue on Twitch.

6 Ways to Actually Make Money Playing Video Games

Subscribers are people who really like you and want you to succeed. If you are entertaining and market yourself on social media, you can gain valuable ground in the streaming world. Try setting up a YouTube account where potential followers can get to know you before they commit to subscribing to your channel. Posting highlight reels from your streams will entice them to visit your channel on Twitch.

6 Ways to Actually Make Money Playing Video Games

Think of it as investing in a trailer so people will want to watch the whole film. The most successful Twitch streamers interact with their viewers, display their gratitude for donations and are expressive.

Humor and quirkiness will set you apart from the crowd. While success and earnings vary, the truly dedicated have proven that video game streaming can be a lucrative full-time job. You can even gain the exposure required to go pro and compete in eSports tournaments in front of millions of viewers for millions of dollars.

Or it could just be a fun way to make a little extra cash on the side. Kristi Simpson has been gaming since she was 14 months old and has the picture to prove it.

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