- Understand Patreon
Patreon allows creators to earn recurring income directly from fans (patrons) by offering exclusive content or perks in exchange for monthly support. - Set Up Your Patreon Account
Create an account and set up your creator page. Add a professional profile picture, banner, and an engaging bio explaining who you are and the type of gaming content you create. Clearly communicate your goals, such as funding better equipment, creating unique content, or hosting events. - Define Your Tiers and Perks
Offer different membership levels with increasing rewards to attract a wide range of supporters. Examples include:
- $3 Tier: Shoutouts in your streams/videos.
- $5 Tier: Access to exclusive gameplay videos, behind-the-scenes content, or Q&A sessions.
- $10 Tier: Private Discord access, early access to new content, or custom game recommendations.
- $20+ Tier: Personalized coaching, private gaming sessions, or merch discounts.
- Create Exclusive Content
Share content that’s only available to your patrons, such as behind-the-scenes videos of your setup or editing process, early access to new YouTube or Viral Gaming TV content, patron-only live streams or gameplay tutorials, and polls allowing patrons to influence your content. - Promote Your Patreon Page
Add your Patreon link to your profiles on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Viral Gaming TV. Include a CTA (call to action) in your videos/streams encouraging viewers to support you on Patreon. Mention Patreon perks regularly during streams and uploads. - Engage With Your Patrons
Respond to patron messages and feedback to foster a sense of community. Use tools like Discord to create a private server for patrons to interact with you and each other. Thank patrons publicly (with their permission) to show appreciation. - Run Campaigns or Goals
Set milestone goals (e.g., “When we hit 50 patrons, I’ll host a patron-exclusive tournament!”). Offer time-limited perks to encourage signups, like special shoutouts or one-on-one gaming sessions. - Consistency Is Key
Regularly update your Patreon page with new perks, posts, and announcements. Maintain a consistent upload or streaming schedule to keep patrons engaged. - Bundle Patreon With Other Platforms
Use Viral Gaming TV and other streaming platforms to showcase your content and drive fans to your Patreon for added perks. - Analyze and Adapt
Use Patreon’s analytics tools to track growth and see which perks are most popular. Regularly ask patrons for feedback to improve their experience.