IGN Entertainment, a longstanding authority in games journalism, invites freelance writers to contribute preview coverage that balances critical scrutiny with the understanding that the games under discussion are works in progress. This is not an invitation for hype or premature judgment, but for informed, contextual analysis that respects the developmental process while offering readers a substantive look at what is being shown. The platform’s editorial scope is broad, yet it currently prioritizes writers with deep genre knowledge in 4X/strategy, sports, and competitive shooters—areas where specialized insight is essential to meaningful previews. Writers accepted into this freelance pool will produce 700–1000-word pieces that may also be adapted into 700-word video scripts. The rate for such preview coverage typically starts at $300, with the option for writers to record their own voiceover if they wish. This structure reflects IGN’s commitment to cross-platform storytelling and offers writers an opportunity to see their work reach a vast audience across both written and video formats. The arrangement is on a rolling basis, with no submission fee, making it accessible to a wide range of contributors. Beyond genre expertise, IGN is also seeking writers based in the New York City area to attend Manhattan-based events as in-person events continue to return. This dual focus—on subject-matter authority and geographic proximity—signals a curatorial vision that values both depth of knowledge and on-the-ground presence. The ideal contributor is someone who can navigate the delicate balance of previewing unfinished work without overstepping into review territory, all while engaging a readership that expects both accessibility and rigor.