Support

If you enjoy Writing Games and are thinking about offering your support: THANK YOU. This website is a labor of love, and it’s hugely rewarding when visitors express interest in and appreciation for the project.

Ways to support Writing Games

Here are a few options to lend a hand:

1. Share the site

Ideas for places to share:

  • Website
  • Blog
  • Social media
  • Discord
  • Forums

The easiest and most effective way to support Writing Games is to simply tell your friends about it. Share your favorite posts with your communities or on your website.

These links send an important signal to search engines and can help introduce new people to the world of text-based games.

2. Take part

Leave comments, nominate someone for an interview, submit your game’s anniversary, add to the resources page… there are lots of ways to take part! You could even contribute an essay on a topic you’re passionate about.

For more ideas, or to see what others have done, check out the Contributors page.

3. Donate

If you can afford it, another option is to donate financially. Donations not only help with costs but are a powerful way of saying that you like the content and want to see more.

As a thank-you, supporters receive access to Supporter Extras (see below).

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Supporter extras

Layout and design of a tropical island resort for a multi-user game

Layout and design of a tropical island resort for a multi-user game

Published Apr 19, 2024

Ideas for the layout and design of a tropical island resort in a text-based game.

Mastering medieval banter: how to craft thematic insults

Mastering medieval banter: how to craft thematic insults

Published Nov 17, 2023

Learn how to come up with thematic jabs and retorts that are appropriate for your audience.

10 Rare and intriguing allergies to make your characters stand out

10 Rare and intriguing allergies to make your characters stand out

Published Sep 7, 2023

Learn 10 unusual allergies, ways to use them in character dev, and how to portray them respectfully.

10 Fictitious fabrics and furs + how to create your own

10 Fictitious fabrics and furs + how to create your own

Published Jun 15, 2023

Learn 10 fictitious fabrics and furs from famous settings, plus how to come up with your own unique materials.

Bonus tip for GMs: how to make failure fun

Bonus tip for GMs: how to make failure fun

Published Jan 31, 2023

What if failure didn’t have to suck? Learn how to turn failed rolls into fun opportunities for players.

10 Rare color words that describe rainbows/multiple colors

10 Rare color words that describe rainbows/multiple colors

Published Jan 21, 2023

Learn 10 terms that describe rainbows or multiple colors.

MUD level design: how I built an immersive 75-room area in 28 days (without AI)

MUD level design: how I built an immersive 75-room area in 28 days (without AI)

Published Jan 7, 2023

Learn how I built a 75-room zombie theme park area in 28 days without AI.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do Supporters get access to extras?

Monthly and Annual Supporters can access bonus content anytime. One-time Supporters can enjoy access from 30 days to 1 year, depending on the level of donation.

Do you have a Ko-fi or Patreon account?

No Patreon account, but there is a Ko-fi account that can be used if preferred.

Page Last Updated: February 3, 2026