Write for Us — Gaming & Sports Guest Post Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in contributing to Spent Game. We are always looking for knowledgeable writers, gamers, esports enthusiasts and sports fans who want to write for us and publish a high-quality guest post. Whether you are a seasoned blogger, an aspiring games journalist or an expert with hands-on experience, our “write for us” gaming program gives you a platform to share your voice.

This page explains exactly what we accept, our guest post guidelines, the topics we cover, and how to submit your article so it gets approved quickly. Please read everything before sending your pitch — it dramatically improves your chances of being published.

Why Write for Spent Game?

Contributing a guest post to a focused, independent gaming blog offers real benefits for writers building their portfolio and authority:

Topics We Accept — Gaming, Esports & Sports

We publish guest posts across our four core categories, plus closely related sports coverage. If your article idea fits one of these areas, we would love to hear from you:

• Game Reviews & Recommendations — best-of lists, honest reviews, hidden gems, genre round-ups (PC, console and mobile).
• Gaming Guides & Tips — how-to guides, beginner tutorials, performance and optimization, setup and hardware advice.
• Mobile Gaming — the best Android and iOS games, performance tune-ups, and mobile-first strategy.
• Esports — competitive scenes, careers, training routines, tournaments and the business of esports.
• Sports & Gaming Crossover — sports video games, fantasy and sim gaming, and the growing overlap between traditional sports and esports.

Guest Post Guidelines

To keep the quality bar high, every submission must meet these guidelines. Articles that follow them are reviewed and approved much faster:

We may lightly edit accepted posts for clarity, formatting and house style. We do not guarantee publication, and our editorial decision is final — but we always aim to reply to every serious pitch.

How to Submit Your Guest Post

Ready to write for us? Follow these simple steps to submit your gaming or sports guest post:

1. Pitch first. Email us 2–3 topic ideas with a one-line summary for each, so we can confirm the angle before you write.
2. Get the green light. We reply with the approved topic and any specific guidance for your article.
3. Write and format. Draft your original article following the guidelines above, with headings and a short author bio.
4. Submit for review. Send your finished draft as a Google Doc link or attached document.
5. Publish. Once approved and edited, we publish your post with your byline and share it with our audience.

Send everything to contact@spentgame.com with the subject line “Guest Post Pitch”. Please include your name, a short bio, and links to any previous writing samples.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a fee to publish a guest post?

We consider high-quality contributions on their merit. Any current terms regarding contributions will be confirmed by email when we respond to your pitch — always ask us directly before writing.

Can I include a link back to my website?

Yes — one relevant, natural author link is allowed, provided it points to a safe, on-topic and reputable site. Excessive or spammy links will lead to rejection.

How long does the review take?

We usually respond to pitches and drafts within 2–3 business days. Larger backlogs may take a little longer, but every serious submission is read.

Do you accept sports content, not just gaming?

Yes. Alongside gaming and esports, we accept sports content that overlaps with our audience — sports video games, fantasy gaming and the sports/esports crossover.

What word count works best?

Aim for 800–1,500 words. In-depth, genuinely helpful articles tend to perform best and are the most likely to be accepted.