Publication: Deleted Saves
Topic(s): Video games, game criticism, narrative analysis, game culture, mechanics, design theory
Rate: $275 per published article (USD)
Deadline: Rolling
Name of Editor: Not specified
Submit Via: Email – deletedsaves@gmail.com

Deleted Saves is now accepting pitches for Issue #2 (Spring 2026) and is actively commissioning essays focused on critical analysis of video games. This opportunity is open to both new and experienced freelance writers, making it a strong entry point for writers looking to break into international video game publications.

The publication is particularly interested in sharp, original thinking about games—how they function mechanically, narratively, culturally, and politically. Writers should pitch essay-driven ideas, not reviews or news reporting. If you enjoy unpacking what games mean, how they’re designed, and what they reveal about society, this is a strong fit.

Payment is a flat $275 per accepted piece, competitive for longform games criticism and paid in USD—an attractive rate for freelance writers in Kenya looking for legitimate international writing jobs.

This is an excellent opportunity for writers searching for:

• Video game writing jobs online
• Paid gaming articles for international publications
• Freelance writing jobs in Kenya (USD-paying)
• Game criticism and cultural analysis pitches

How to Pitch:
Send a clear, well-thought-out pitch explaining your central argument, the games you’ll reference, and why the piece fits Deleted Saves’ editorial focus. Attach relevant writing samples if available.

What They’re Looking For:

• Critical, analytical essays about video games
• Original arguments (not summaries or reviews)
• Strong writing voice and clear thesis
• Cultural, political, narrative, or mechanical analysis of games
• Writers at any career stage with compelling ideas