hi i want to become a game and syetem reviewer but i dont know how can some one please tell me like do u have to call or go some where and i live in canada
It would make sense to be an above average writer (when your trying)... but after reading some 1up reviews, it really doesn't seem necessary... some of them are written horribly.
I've always wanted to do something with games before i even found Gamespot. I was an IGN guy and wanted to creat my own site...but I'm not good at creating sites let alone writting a great reveiw.
You could join the writer's union here on Gamespot, and also join the Writer's Guild of America and get constructive criticism to hone your skills in writing. Once you are really good at writing reviews, either submit them somewhere or create your own site and list them there.
Many of the big reviewers I know of are also involved in the gaming business in some other way. Not disimliar to how a lot of sports announcers are former players.
The only thing you can do is start writing. If you can build up some skill, then a portfolio, it's possible to get a job. But even then, you might have to accept a non-paid position to start just to get going as a reviewer. And I would also recommend paying more attention to your grammar and spelling on the forums. It may not be an actual review, but the more you practice writing properly, the easier it will be.
The only thing you can do is start writing. If you can build up some skill, then a portfolio, it's possible to get a job. But even then, you might have to accept a non-paid position to start just to get going as a reviewer. And I would also recommend paying more attention to your grammar and spelling on the forums. It may not be an actual review, but the more you practice writing properly, the easier it will be.Oilers99
Good suggestion regarding the grammar and spelling. Posting like u r on a fone isn't going to help ;)
Nothing, freelance it up. Send out your resume and samples of your writing. If your good, you'll get some replies. If you not, stick to the free stuff and enjoy from afar.
Mhm, Yes kudos to the fella who said something about watching your spelling like a myopic 8th grade English teacher on Prozac. Keeping an "eye" on your punctuation (preferably while it is still in your skull) might be an idea worth looking into.. if you don't mind the horrid pun. Wit so I hear is also something about as valuable as ammo in the halo series so you may wish to practice sounding a lot smarter then you actually are.. and using BIG complicated words. :P
Anyways Good luck with it, I've actually been toying with the notion myself, though I have yet to really DO anything about it .
i called the editor of Official Xbox magazine, he gave me he's email, told me to write a review on any game i wanted, preferably on Resident Evil 5 or Fear 2 and send it to him, if he likes then i get hired. although im going to write a couple of reviews first, submit them here, and see what people have to say about it so i can make it better etc.
u need to become a writer, so an english major in college. once u do that u should make a website. it is actually quite easy to do. u will get noticed hope that some company wants u to join them to write reviews.
It would make sense to be an above average writer (when your trying)... but after reading some 1up reviews, it really doesn't seem necessary... some of them are written horribly.instantdeath999
I would also recommend paying more attention to your grammar and spelling on the forums. It may not be an actual review, but the more you practice writing properly, the easier it will be.
Oilers99
I agree. My last thought when I read something like this...
hi i want to become a game and syetem reviewer but i dont know how can some one please tell me like do u have to call or go some where and i live in canada
First, use capitals and puncuation. Second, you will more than likely need at least a Bachelor's Arts degree in journalism or English. Maybe a masters or some other form for some jobs. Usually then it's about luck and connections. Go to school, practise your craft and new doors will open for you.
Forthose of you who are interested in becoming review writers, I have recently re-opened my review site. Currently it is hosted at http://dirtytruth.wordpress.com(also in my signature). Once we get a viewer base we'll relocate our services to an actual site. Anyone who is willing to write is welcome to do so. Submit your reviews to the site or send a PM to me and we'll set something up. If I like it, I'll post it.
Keep in mind that my services are currently volunteer. We're trying to make a name for ourselves. If we become a profit company then those circumstances will change.
If you have any questions, please PM me. I'll try and check back here as well.
First, use capitals and puncuation. Second, you will more than likely need at least a Bachelor's Arts degree in journalism or English. Maybe a masters or some other form for some jobs. Usually then it's about luck and connections. Go to school, practise your craft and new doors will open for you.
immortality20
It helps to have a degree, but some editors have broke into the business without one.
[QUOTE="Oilers99"]The only thing you can do is start writing. If you can build up some skill, then a portfolio, it's possible to get a job. But even then, you might have to accept a non-paid position to start just to get going as a reviewer. And I would also recommend paying more attention to your grammar and spelling on the forums. It may not be an actual review, but the more you practice writing properly, the easier it will be.ebbderelict
Good suggestion regarding the grammar and spelling. Posting like u r on a fone isn't going to help ;) Oooooh what if he's going to make a review website for cell phone users??
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