40 Questions Answered About Starting Your Game Design Blog

1. Why should I begin writing a game design blog?

Setting up a game design blog opens the way to share your ideas, tutorials, industry news, and even share your own path in game designing. This way, you’re building a community that appreciates the art and demonstrating your mastery on the topic as well.

2. What could my game design blog talk about?

Your game design blog could contain almost everything imaginable:

Game development tips and tutorials.

Reviews of game design tools and software.

Game industry trends and news.

Interviews with other game designers.

Postmortems on your own games.

Design philosophy and theory.

Marketing and monetization advice for indie developers.

3. Who is my target audience?

Your audience may include:

Aspiring game designers.

Indie developers.

Game development students.

Hobbyists looking to break into the industry.

Fans of game design theory and the creative process.

4. What platform should I use to start my blog?

Popular platforms to start a blog on are:

WordPress: Quite customizable with various themes and plugins.

Medium: For beginners, fewer options for customizing.

Blogger: Pretty easy to get started and to manage, although not very versatile in terms of design.

Wix or Squarespace: Drag-and-drop builders with nice design options.

5. How do I select a name for my blog?

Choose a name that reflects your personality, expertise, and the focus of your blog. It should be easy to remember, unique, and relevant to game design. You might consider incorporating words related to gaming, design, or development.

6. What should my blog’s design look like?

Your blog design should be clean, user-friendly, and visually appealing. Choose a layout that allows for easy navigation and highlights your content. If you’re a game designer, feel free to incorporate your own creative flair into the design.

7. How often should I post?

Be consistent. At least posting a week is recommended, but if the blog is quite demanding, once every two weeks or monthly post is good, as long as you have created a content calendar that you would follow.

8. What’s the best kind of content to post on a game design blog?

Tutorials: step by step guide about learning game designing skills.

Reviews of games: reviewing and discussing it from a perspective of game designing.

Interviews: Use experienced game designers or industry professionals.

Game postmortems: Share lessons learned from your own game development experiences.

Opinion pieces: Share your thoughts on trends, challenges, and future directions in game design.

9. How can I make my blog stand out in a crowded space?

Offer a unique perspective on game design.

Focus on niche areas like indie development, specific game engines, or design theory.

Showcase your own projects and share your personal experiences.

comments or social media.

10. How to drive traffic into your blog?

SEO: Specific keywords, meta-description optimization, and shareable content.

Promotion in social media: Posts on a blog on social networking websites such as Twitter, Reddit, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Guest posts: Write an article on another game design blog and backlink your site .

Newsletter through an email: Email list for subscriptions for freshly published post.

11. Do I need a domain name and hosting?

While you can start on a free platform like Medium or Blogger, owning your domain name and hosting gives you more control and flexibility. A custom domain looks more professional and is important if you want to grow your blog long-term.

12. How do I monetize my game design blog?

Some ways to monetize your blog include:

Ad networks: Google AdSense or other ad networks.

Affiliate marketing: Use affiliate links to sell game design tools, books, or courses.

Sponsored posts: Work with game development-related companies to write sponsored content.

Sell products: Create game design templates, tutorials, or digital downloads to sell.

13. What is the ideal writing style for my blog?

Write in a clear, engaging, and conversational style. Make your content accessible to both beginners and more advanced game designers. Break up long sections of text with headings, bullet points, and images to keep readers engaged.

14. Should I include visuals in my blog posts?

Yes! Incluse images, videos, infographics, and concept art when appropriate. Your content is always enhanced with graphics, and that is especially the case for something like game design.

15. How do I write a good game design tutorial?

Step-by-step: Be clear about what to do at each step.

Screenshots: Use an image to accompany each step.

Explain: Explain why the thing works in addition to how to do it.

Test your instructions: Check that your guide is simple to follow by testing it yourself or asking others to try it.

16. What tools do I use for blogging?

Content management: WordPress, Medium, or Blogger.

Design tools: Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or GIMP for making visuals.

SEO tools: Yoast SEO for WordPress or Google Analytics in tracking your traffic.

Email marketing: Mailchimp or ConvertKit in making and sending your newsletter.

17. How to connect with fellow game designers?

Engage with your readers through the comments.

Link to and cooperate with other bloggers who share information about game design.

Share your experiences and let others share their own.

Go to game development events or conferences and write what you experienced.

18. How do I get past writer’s block?

Take time off and then come back at it with new ideas.

Find ideas in other games, blogs, or books.

Make a calendar to know what’s next and prevent you from being overly stressed

You do not need a perfect first draft; the beauty of it is that you’ll edit afterwards.

19. How would you make an editorial calendar for a blog?

 Plan topics beforehand- seasonal, industrial news or some events are planned beforehand.

Make deadlines for the writing and posting.

Tools you can use- Google calendar, Trello, Notion etc.

20. What is SEO, and how does it benefit my blog?

SEO is the process of optimizing your blog’s content to rank higher in search engine results. Good SEO practices help more people find your blog through Google or other search engines, which can drive traffic and increase readership.

21. How do I optimize my game design blog for SEO?

Use relevant keywords in your post titles, meta descriptions, and throughout your content.

Optimize your images with alt text.

Use internal and external links to make content quality.

Write long-form content, which is more than 1,000 words for a better ranking.

22. Am I allowed to have affiliate marketing links on my blog?

Of course! You can add affiliate links to game development software, books, courses, or hardware. Be sure to be transparent about the affiliate links with your readers.

23. How do I write an effective game review?

Objective analysis: Assess the game from a design perspective, including mechanics, visuals, sound, and storytelling.

Be honest: Give constructive criticism along with praise.

Include visuals: Use screenshots or video clips to illustrate key points.

Give a recommendation: End with your personal take—should others play it or not?

24. How do I build a community around my blog?

Encourage comments and discussions on your posts.

Engage with your readers on social media.

Make special exclusive content for true followers, like eBooks or special tutorials

Conducting polls or conducting surveys to seek the audience’s advice on your next content

25. How will I handle hateful comments?

Professionalism and Do not engage an argument.

Welcoming constructive feedback

Delete them or ban a user if this is a kind of trolling post

26. Would I hire any guest writers in my blog?

Yes, guest bloggers can help freshen your perspectives and give more eyes to your blog. Make sure to fact-check the articles as you do in any post written for your blog.

27. How can I make compelling headings for my entries?

Use numerals (“10 Ways to Do Better Game Design”).

Make the headlines be interrogative: e.g. “What is So Immersive about a Game?”

Make headings crisp, straightforward but not dry or dull.

Incorporate keywords for better SEO.

28. How do I keep my readers involved?

Write more conversationally to make your blog feel more personal.

End your posts with questions to provoke comments.

Update older posts with fresh information to keep up with the pace of newer content.

29. How long should my blog posts be?

Aim for at least 800 to 1,500 words for the post, depending on the topic. Longer posts generally rank better in search engines, but the content needs to be interesting and not excessively long for the sake of being lengthy.

30. Can I advertise my games on my blog?

Yes, promote your games- it is after all, showcasing your work, but just keep in mind, not too much self-promotion and some useful stuff for the reader.

31. How do I write a game postmortem?

A postmortem should have:

A concise summary of the game.

What went right while developing.

What went wrong and what did you learn.

How would you do it differently in a future project.

32. What legal considerations should I be aware of?

Ensure you have a right to use any images, videos, or assets in your blog.

Ensure proper attribution on third-party content.

Be transparent and disclose affiliate links or sponsored posts.

33. How do I stay motivated to keep blogging?

Set realistic goals like publishing one post a week.

Track your progress and celebrate the milestones.

Connect with your readers and see how your work affects them positively.

34. Should I provide downloadable resources on my blog?

Yes! Providing free resources such as game design templates, cheatsheets, or eBooks can add value to your readers and establish you as a trusted resource.

35. How do I keep up with the game design industry for my blog?

Follow industry news sites and blogs.

Join online game development communities and forums.

Attend conferences, webinars, and workshops.

36. Can I make a living writing about game design?

Yes, with dedication and quality content, blogging can lead to career opportunities such as freelance writing, game consulting, or even game development partnerships.

37. How do I avoid burnout as a game design blogger?

Take breaks and don’t overwork yourself.

Outsource or delegate certain tasks (like graphics or SEO) if possible.

Focus on quality, not quantity, of posts.

38. Should I run ads on my blog?

Running ads can generate income, but it can also detract from the user experience if overdone. Make sure the ads are relevant and not intrusive.

39. How do I measure the success of my game design blog?

Use tools like Google Analytics to track:

Traffic growth.

Engagement (comments, shares).

Conversion rates (e.g., sign-ups for newsletters or purchases of products).

40. What are long-term goals for a game design blog?

Develop an audience of strong readers and followers.

Become seen as a leading thinker in game design.

Generate a portfolio to attract freelance or job opportunities.

Conclusion: It’s a rewarding experience to launch a game design blog where you can share your expertise, community build, and have a good chance of turning a passion into a profession. With consistency, engagement with your audience, and good content, you’ll be able to construct a successful blog that works for both you and the readers. Happy blogging!