Our Story

From Passion Project to Trusted Voice

Royal GMBL was founded with a simple mission: to deliver high-quality, trustworthy gaming journalism that respects both the casual player and the hardcore competitor. We saw a gap in the market for a publication that takes gaming seriously — not just as entertainment, but as a cultural phenomenon and a legitimate competitive sport.

Since our launch in 2023, we've grown from a small blog into a comprehensive media platform covering every major esports title, game release, and industry development. Our team of experienced writers, analysts, and former pro players brings unique perspectives to every story we publish.

We believe gaming media should be accessible, accurate, and engaging. That's why we invest in original reporting, in-depth analysis, and community-driven content that goes beyond press releases and hype cycles. Today, Royal GMBL reaches over 850,000 monthly readers and has covered more than 120 major esports tournaments worldwide.

Game Media &
Broadcasting League

Est. 2023 • Remote-First

2,500+
Articles Published
850K
Monthly Readers
120+
Tournaments Covered
15
Team Members
What We Do

Our Mission

Gaming Journalism

Original reporting on game launches, industry moves, studio updates, and the stories behind the games you love. We break stories, not just press releases.

Esports Coverage

Live tournament coverage, match analysis, player interviews, and bracket tracking for every major competitive title — from Valorant to Dota 2.

Guides & Education

In-depth guides, tier lists, strategy breakdowns, and tips to help players improve at every skill level — from beginner to pro.

The People Behind It

Meet the Team

A passionate group of writers, analysts, and former pro players dedicated to gaming journalism.

MC

Marcus Chen

Editor-in-Chief

Former competitive Valorant player turned journalist. 10+ years in gaming media. Leads editorial strategy and content quality.

AR

Alex Rivera

Esports Director

Covered 50+ major tournaments. Specialist in CS2, Valorant, and MOBA ecosystems. Former analyst for multiple pro teams.

SK

Sarah Kim

Reviews Editor

Game critic with a passion for indie titles and narrative-driven experiences. Previously at major gaming publications.

JW

Jordan Wells

Industry Reporter

Breaking news specialist covering game studios, hardware launches, and the business of gaming. Always first to the story.

DD

Daniel Davis

Esports Writer

Covers League of Legends, Dota 2, and fighting games. Former semi-pro LoL player with deep game knowledge.

AB

Anna Bernardo

Features Writer

Long-form features, interviews, and cultural analysis. Specializes in anime, gacha games, and Asian gaming markets.

RB

Rijit Banerjee

Esports Analyst

Data-driven esports coverage with focus on SEA scene. Covers Mobile Legends, Arena of Valor, and emerging markets.

TD

Tech Desk

Hardware Team

Dedicated team benchmarking GPUs, peripherals, and gaming hardware. Rigorous testing, honest reviews, no sponsored content.

What Drives Us

Our Values

Editorial Integrity

We maintain strict editorial independence. Our reviews and coverage are never influenced by advertisers, publishers, or sponsors. We disclose all relationships transparently and never accept payment for positive coverage.

Community First

We listen to our readers. Community feedback shapes our coverage, guides, and features. We're gamers writing for gamers, and we actively engage with our Discord community of 25,000+ members.

Accuracy & Speed

We report breaking news fast, but never at the expense of accuracy. Every story is fact-checked before publication, and we issue corrections promptly when we get something wrong.

Global Perspective

Gaming is global. We cover stories from every region — from North America to Asia-Pacific — with local context and global insight. Our team spans multiple continents and time zones.