Do you enjoy gaming? Are you considering a career in the industry? The good news is that there are countless positions in the gaming industry that require staff. From working in game development to game marketing, there are roles that could suit almost anyone. Of course, one ideal gaming role that many people yearn for is to be a professional gamer. Here are some steps that could guide you on this journey and see you experience success!
Why Do You Want to Be a Pro Gamer?
The appeal of being a professional gamer is clear. If you enjoy gaming, you will literally be paid to do something you love. You also gain so many perks. These can range from enjoying the competition, the enjoyment of growing as a player, being involved in teams and the wider gaming community, and the pursuit can actually be pretty well paid too. However, you do need to make sure that you’re gaming for the right reasons. Gaming solely to gain fame, followers or money is unlikely to prove successful or healthy. You need to genuinely love the role and the industry to avoid burnout and disappointment.
Specialize
If you want to be a pro gamer, you can’t be a jack of all trades. You’re much more likely to experience success by being the master of one. This is why you need to specialize early on in your venture. Choose a game that is well-established and has experienced stable success for a long time or gamble on an up-and-coming game that could prove a massive hit. These options will provide you with more stability and more of a chance of generating income than fad games that come and go. Some long-standing Esports games include League of Legends, Dota 2, and CounterStrike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). These have large and dedicated player bases, which come hand in hand with sponsorships and tournaments that offer impressive cash prizes. Of course, the other side of this is that many people play these games and it’s much harder to stand out in the field. You’re going to have to be really good to make it. However, if you want to go pro, this is essential anyway.
Get Involved With the Community
Sure, you can be the best gamer in the world. But if you refuse to get involved with the gaming community, you’re not going to get very far. It’s the culture surrounding games that lead to interest, demand and, ultimately, the money that will pay your bills. Research games and their fan bases before choosing them as your chosen path. You’ll need to make sure that the community is one that you’ll want to get involved in and you need to make sure that the community’s goals and values line up with your own. This will make settling and progressing a whole lot easier for you. This has to be something that you’re committed to long-term.
Have the Right Gear
Having the right gear can make or break your gaming journey. Of course, you don’t need to fork out for professional-level equipment off the bat. But you should be aware that, as you advance, you will have to invest to progress and show yourself as a professional. Make sure you have a good gaming computer to play from and ensure that it is in good shape. There are common problems and 5 fixes for many hardware and software issues. Next, you’re going to want a quality gaming mouse and a mechanical keyboard. Consider shape, size, and sensitivity when choosing. Once you’ve chosen your device, mouse, and keyboard, you should stick with them.
This will allow you to grow used to how they work and you will then advance faster. Of course, if you find you’re really not agreeing with a certain piece of hardware, do feel free to switch it for something different. When you start to play professionally, you can use your own setup in different environments to maintain consistency. You may also then want to start progressing into more specialist areas, such as processors, monitors, and more.
Practice and Compete
Now you know what you want to do and have your set up, it’s time to start practicing. The more you practice, the better you will get and the more success you will experience. Of course, remember that you can’t let gaming take over your life. Even pro gamers need a life outside of gaming, so make sure to manage your time well.
Hopefully, these steps will guide you on the path towards becoming a professional gamer. Give them a try and see how you get on!
