Gaming has always been one of the easiest ways to unwind and spend time with friends. But in the last few years, those casual gaming moments have turned into real income for thousands of gamers, not necessarily through livestreams or massive productions, but through simple short-form clips. If you play games with friends, you're already sitting on the opportunity to earn while you do it.

Getting started

First of all, you don't need a fancy setup or an already existing audience, all you need to do is have a group of friends you can have fun and record gameplay with. Once you've recorded some good footage, grab an editing software, and cut your gameplay into 15-45 second clips, whether they're funny moments, unexpected events, or unfortunate mishaps, just use what you believe is entertaining.

After you've gathered entertaining clips, make sure to post them on TikTok, Instagram, and Youtube. Obviously you don't have to post on all three, however, it increases your chance of getting picked up by the algorithm, and lets you build your audiences. Your viewership may not be in the thousands at first, but make sure you're consistent, as it will reward you in the end.

What to be aware of

1. If you're struggling to find an editing software, there's many good options, such as CapCut, Davinci Resolve, and Adobe Premiere Pro. Click here if you're looking for free alternatives.

2. You may be unsure what type of clips to post, how to go about editing, and how "fast-paced" clips should be. I suggest doing a quick search on TikTok or Youtube to see what other people are up to. Don't exactly copy, but also don't be afraid to let others influence your style, it'll give you a strong content foundation that you can build upon.

3. There are certain requirements for reaching a state where your channel can be monetized. Be aware of specific requirements or goals that are enforced by major platforms before you can earn. We'll explore how to actually earn off Youtube, Tiktok, and Instagram without having to amass a big following or reaching difficult milestones.

Getting Monetized

Gaming content creators are able to earn on TikTok, Youtube, and Instagram, but it usually comes with a list of difficult to achieve requirements. Most platforms expect you to build a large following, reach huge view counts, and meet strict watch-time rules before you can actually even turn on monetization. For new gaming creators, reaching those milestones can take a long time, and in some regions, it's not even possible (geo-restrictions).

Jestr.gg removes all of the hassles and restrictions. On Jestr, you can earn for what you post on major platforms without having to reach difficult requirements, follower counts don't even matter! All you have to do is choose a game, upload a video, and immediately you will start to earn for every single view. You will never have to hunt for brand deals, negotiate with game studios, or wait on paychecks that take months to come in.

The best part is that it's easily accessible for any kind of gaming content creator. Through Jestr, creators (both big and small) are rewarded for their passion. The platform is very beginner friendly, and rewards both passion and consistency. If you haven't already, make sure to sign up here: Jestr.gg.