If you’ve ever spent hours playing video games…maybe winning back-to-back on FIFA, sneaking through enemy zones in Call of Duty, or surviving final zones on PUBG, you’ve probably heard one version of this sentence before:

"So you’re just playing game all day. Is it by gaming you’ll make money in this life?"

To be fair, once upon a time, they had a point. Gaming was something you did just for fun. It wasn’t taken seriously. It was labelled a distraction. In fact, for many Nigerian parents, gaming was the fastest way to label you unserious.

But the world has changed.

Gaming is no longer just “playing.” It’s a full-blown global economy, and people…young, old, male, female, are making real, consistent income from it. Not just the tech bros in Silicon Valley or YouTubers with millions of subscribers. Regular people. In Nigeria. From their homes. With just a phone, console, or laptop.

And the most exciting part? is…you don’t even have to be the best player in the world. You just need to know where the opportunities are, and how to position yourself for them.

Let’s unpack it.

Why Gaming Is a Legit Business Today

Gaming isn’t a side hobby anymore. It’s an industry.

Globally, it’s worth over $300 billion. That’s more than the entire global music and film industries combined. And it’s still growing, thanks to platforms like Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, Discord, Steam, and mobile gaming ecosystems that make it easier than ever to build a name, and a bank account…through gaming.

From esports tournaments to mobile game rewards, from brand partnerships to coaching services, from selling in-game assets to building your own gaming merch brand, gaming now offers multiple income streams. And people are building full-time careers, side hustles, and even mini empires from it.

If you’re in Nigeria, that’s good news.

Because the dollar value of most earnings means you’re playing and earning in a stronger currency, while spending locally. Translation… Profit margins are sweet.

But this isn’t just about headlines. This is about what you can actually do—today—to start making money as a Nigerian gamer.

So, How Exactly Are People Making Money from Gaming?

Let’s be clear. Not everyone who plays games is making money. That’s because many people stop at playing. They never step into building. And building, in this context, means turning your skills, time, knowledge, or even entertainment into something valuable enough that people will watch it, pay for it, or learn from it.

And that’s where the profit lies.

You can earn by:

• Starting a YouTube channel and uploading gameplay content, tutorials, funny commentary, or walkthroughs

• Streaming live games and building an audience that donates, subscribes, or gets you brand deals

• Competing in online tournaments that pay real prize money (some in crypto, others in dollars)

• Selling in-game assets, skins, coins, or even fully upgraded accounts

• Creating a mini brand around your gaming identity, selling merch, hosting paid training, or offering 1-on-1 coaching for beginners

• Playing mobile games that have play-to-earn features or in-game competitions with cash prizes

• Partnering with tech or lifestyle brands as a micro-influencer

• Building communities, WhatsApp groups, Discord servers, Twitter spaces…where people pay to join or buy access to your insights

There are multiple paths. And all of them are valid. What you need to figure out is which one fits your strengths and current capacity.

You don’t need to start big. You just need to start.

But What About the Big Barrier, Which is Getting Paid

Now let’s talk about the elephant in the room.

You set up a gaming channel on YouTube, you start streaming, you join tournaments, and boom, you’re owed $100 or $300 in earnings. But then comes the real problem:

How do you even receive the money?

This is where most Nigerians give up. Because most of the platforms that pay gamers, like Twitch, YouTube, Amazon, Steam, Epic Games, and even payment gateways for tournaments, only accept cards or accounts that can process international payments. But as many Nigerians already know, most local bank cards no longer work on international platforms.

You try paying for tools, upgrades, or even ads…and the card declines.

You try receiving funds…and your options are limited or blocked.

You’re stuck. Not because you’re not talented. But because of payment wahala.

And that’s the part nobody tells you about early on. The game is global—but your card is local. And the disconnect will frustrate even the most passionate gamer.

That’s Where Myaza Comes In

You can’t talk about gaming profit without talking about payment tools. Because at the end of the day, if you can’t pay for what you need, or receive what you’ve earned, you’re just burning time.

This is why many Nigerian gamers are now using Myaza.

Myaza gives you:

• A real virtual dollar card (Mastercard) you can use to pay for game platforms, upgrades, subscriptions, or ad tools without stress

• A free USD wallet to receive payouts from international sources

• The ability to fund your wallet with Naira, USDT, or USDC

• A fast and reliable dashboard you can use to track your funds and expenses

So whether you’re buying skins on Fortnite, paying for Twitch boosts, or receiving a payout from a YouTube monetized channel, Myaza has your back.

So… What’s Really Stopping You?

You already play games.

You probably already have an area of strength, maybe it’s FIFA, maybe it’s PUBG, maybe it’s mobile puzzle games.

You’re already spending hours getting better, exploring new games, upgrading characters, buying controllers or data.

So why not take one more step, and start treating it like a business?

Because here’s the truth:

• Your gameplay can be content

• Your skills can become coaching

• Your time can translate to dollars

• Your passion can power a brand

• And your hustle can finally start paying

It doesn’t happen overnight. But the sooner you start, the faster it builds.

You’re not too late.

You’re not too small.

You don’t need a million followers or the best equipment or the latest console.

You just need to take yourself seriously, and start treating what you do as something that can grow into a real income stream.

Gaming is already a business. Whether you want to admit it or not, someone just like you, maybe with less talent, is already making money from what you’re doing for fun.

So stop waiting for someone to give you permission.

Start the YouTube channel. Build the community. Join that tournament. Start streaming. Offer that walkthrough service.

And when it’s time to pay or get paid, you already know what to use.

Open Myaza. Create your card. Create your wallet. Start gaming for profit.

This isn’t just about play anymore. This is about building.

And it starts with you.