{"id":4841,"date":"2020-06-01T08:24:13","date_gmt":"2020-06-01T08:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bignox.com\/blog\/?p=4841"},"modified":"2020-06-01T08:24:13","modified_gmt":"2020-06-01T08:24:13","slug":"how-to-start-a-gaming-channel-like-a-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bignox.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-gaming-channel-like-a-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Gaming Channel Like a Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve been thinking about it for a while, or perhaps you\u2019ve already created it. However, did you really know<strong><b>\u00a0how to start a gaming channel <\/b><\/strong>to stand out like a pro? If you\u2019re reading this, you know you have it in you, and recognize your gaming skills are awesome, so they deserve a great platform on YouTube.<\/p>\n<p>The main thing when it comes to sharing with the rest of the world is to do it consciously and pay attention to detail, otherwise, you\u2019ll be missing out on key elements that make a YouTube channel attractive to new subscribers. Hopefully, when you finish reading this guide you\u2019ll get the basics of starting a gaming channel like the ones at the top. So let\u2019s get to it!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/youtube-banner-generator.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4842\" src=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/youtube-banner-generator.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Start With a Good Gaming Channel Name<\/h3>\n<p>Your channel\u2019s name should be catchy, unique, and easy to remember. For this important step of the process, you must do research to set a niche and a target audience to know who you\u2019re talking to.<\/p>\n<p>What does this mean? Well, for starters you should pick a genre and think about the people who enjoy it the most. Is it about action, adventure, survival, sports, role-playing? Your name should imply suspense, be funny, adventurous, or anything that matches your game of choice.<\/p>\n<p>Consider a name that gives a hint about what you do. You can include words like <em><i>player, gaming<\/i><\/em>,<em><i>\u00a0shooter, video&#8230; \u00a0<\/i><\/em>Look for terms that are related to the specific genre you\u2019ll be focusing on your channel.<\/p>\n<p>As stated, a name \u2013which in this case works as a brand\u2013 must be many things to stand out, but it also needs to be simple. Here are a couple of cues to nail the perfect name for your channel:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t overthink it! People should be able to remember it easily, so don\u2019t get too conceptual with things that may not sound familiar. Try to use existing words or even your name.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to check for availability. This is important to go through this on YouTube and the custom URL you\u2019d like for your website.<\/li>\n<li>Write down a list of favorites and show them to your friends, after a few minutes, ask them which names they still remember. This will give you a clue on which one sticks better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Gear Up!<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s a list of a few essentials you\u2019ll need in order to achieve high-quality when it comes to posting your videos. Of course, there are tons of cool gadgets you can buy to up your game, but first let\u2019s start with the most basic equipment to achieve great quality.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1080p webcam<\/li>\n<li>Two or three high-resolution screens<\/li>\n<li>Hard drives to back up your material<\/li>\n<li>Peripherals (microphone, gaming mouse, keyboard)<\/li>\n<li>A gaming chair, or at least an office chair that\u2019s comfortable to sit for long hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We\u2019re sure that your gaming experience is already great, so be ready to transmit that to your followers with high-quality material.<\/p>\n<h3>Design Your Gaming Channel Logo<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you need a logo as soon as possible, but wait! There\u2019s no need to call your designer friend, you can do this on your own without the trouble of paying for a design software license or spending on someone else\u2019s fee.<\/p>\n<p>Consider using online tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/placeit.net\/\"><u>Placeit<\/u><\/a>, where you can find almost anything you\u2019ll need for your channel, from team logos to animated avatars and videos. The process is really simple: log in to your account, click on the <em><i>Logos<\/i><\/em>\u00a0section and browse among avatars, animated, or gaming team logos.<\/p>\n<p>Once you find the logo that represents you the most, play with different fonts and colors to get the perfect combination. Depending on what you\u2019re looking for, choose from dark to neon colors that portray the message you want to give as a brand. Remember that color is a part of language too, so think thoroughly if you want pastels or striking hues when wanting to give a channel a certain feel.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/logo_designs_for_gaming_channel.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4843\" src=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/logo_designs_for_gaming_channel.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Make a Striking Video Intro<\/h3>\n<p>There are several ways to do this, some of them include paying for a video editing software license or hiring someone to create a professional-looking video for you, but fortunately, there are online tools you can use to create a YouTube intro that captivates your audience from the start.<\/p>\n<p>So, don\u2019t sweat it, take it easy and picture the look you\u2019d like to achieve with your intro. For this, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/placeit.net\/video-intro-maker\"><u>use a YouTube intro maker<\/u><\/a>, choose a template, and fully customize it to get the job done in a few minutes.<\/p>\n<!--[if lt IE 9]><script>document.createElement('video');<\/script><![endif]-->\n\t<div class=\"wp-playlist wp-video-playlist wp-playlist-light\">\n\t\t<video controls=\"controls\" preload=\"none\" width=\"618\"\n\t\t height=\"340\"\t><\/video>\n\t<div class=\"wp-playlist-next\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wp-playlist-prev\"><\/div>\n\t<noscript>\n\t<ol>\n\t\t<li><a href='https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/05\/11.mp4'>11<\/a><\/li>\t<\/ol>\n\t<\/noscript>\n\t<script type=\"application\/json\" class=\"wp-playlist-script\">{\"type\":\"video\",\"tracklist\":true,\"tracknumbers\":true,\"images\":true,\"artists\":true,\"tracks\":[{\"src\":\"https:\\\/\\\/res09.bignox.com\\\/moniqi-blog\\\/en-bignox-blog\\\/2020\\\/05\\\/11.mp4\",\"type\":\"video\\\/mp4\",\"title\":\"11\",\"caption\":\"\",\"description\":\"\",\"meta\":{\"length_formatted\":\"0:06\"},\"dimensions\":{\"original\":{\"width\":640,\"height\":352},\"resized\":{\"width\":618,\"height\":340}},\"image\":{\"src\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.bignox.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-includes\\\/images\\\/media\\\/video.png\",\"width\":48,\"height\":64},\"thumb\":{\"src\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.bignox.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-includes\\\/images\\\/media\\\/video.png\",\"width\":48,\"height\":64}}]}<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<h3>Partner with Hardcore Gamers<\/h3>\n<p>No matter the industry you\u2019re in, nobody succeeds by themselves. If you\u2019re an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bignox.com\/\"><u>NoxPlayer<\/u><\/a>\u00a0by now, you know that the gaming industry is a strong, always growing community. Take this as an opportunity to expand your activity.<\/p>\n<p>Create a database with those gamers you look up to and start contacting them. Perhaps in the near future, you can collaborate with them, post each other\u2019s content in social media, or even make videos together.<\/p>\n<p>But first, you need to define the kind of content you\u2019ll be creating for your channel. Are you going to live stream frequently? Create gameplay series? Talk about game reviews? Here are a few ideas of categories that already exist on YouTube:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Player insights and tips<\/li>\n<li>Reviews<\/li>\n<li>Walkthroughs<\/li>\n<li>Tutorials<\/li>\n<li>Gameplay videos<\/li>\n<li>Matches and tournaments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Write this down and pair it up with a calendar to highlight important dates and holidays. Of course, the quality of your gaming content, but timing is a great ally when it comes to launching the right video.<\/p>\n<h3>Look for Sponsors<\/h3>\n<p>Once your channel is well-positioned, you can start looking for sponsors\u00a0that would like to support your channel and help you create content.<\/p>\n<p>When the time comes and you start asking for sponsorships, you\u2019ll need to have an established brand character and a solid base of subscribers and followers. Of course, when it comes to influencer marketing strategies, content quality plays a huge role in it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/gaming_youtuber_logo_and_hoodie.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4844\" src=\"https:\/\/res09.bignox.com\/moniqi-blog\/en-bignox-blog\/2020\/06\/gaming_youtuber_logo_and_hoodie.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Start Becoming a Pro Gamer<\/h2>\n<p>Now that you\u2019re all set with the basics, your channel should be ready to enter the exclusive world of professional gamers. The only way is up! 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