<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Jestr Newsletter]]></title><description><![CDATA[The creator marketplace for short form gaming content]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!g6_A!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb6cd1565-ce70-4388-97ff-4777e492a858_785x785.png</url><title>Jestr Newsletter</title><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:20:51 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://newsletter.jestr.gg/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Jestr]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[jestrgg@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[jestrgg@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[jestrgg@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[jestrgg@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Jestr Recap (Sept 7th - Sept. 13th)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huge creator wins, an unexpected campaign, and more...]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/weekly-jestr-recap-sept-7th-sept</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/weekly-jestr-recap-sept-7th-sept</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jay (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:04:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/774f9b25-68d4-4944-ada2-c107899b5151_500x251.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png" width="728" height="145.6" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:120,&quot;width&quot;:600,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:728,&quot;bytes&quot;:14024,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214479436?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!1_oM!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72e093f1-532b-4854-ab3c-a7e3069bbd13_600x120.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Welcome back to this weeks edition of the <strong>Jestr Recap &#127881;</strong></p><p>We had so much going on this past week and we&#8217;re excited to catch you up on everything, from the Roundtable, Feedback Friday, and some of the more exciting things that happened this week in the Jestr Discord.</p><p>We&#8217;ve got a packed week to run through so let&#8217;s get into it!</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">Creator Roundtable</h2><p>First off, huge shoutout to Biff for hosting this weeks Jestr Roundtable!</p><p>One of the more interesting things talked about in this week&#8217;s session was how opinions can be used as a <strong>branding tool</strong>.</p><p>Inserting phrases like <em>&#8220;I think&#8221;</em> and <em>&#8220;which in my opinion&#8221;</em>... it sounds small, but it&#8217;s actually the difference between a showcase video and a personality. Without an opinion, viewers are just watching a list of features, nothing to agree with, nothing to argue with, nothing to remember you by.</p><p>The moment you take a stance, even a small one, people are reacting to you and not just the game, and that&#8217;s usually what turns a viewer into someone who actually follows your channel.</p><p>If you&#8217;ve never been to a roundtable session before, this is an event where creators submit their content to be reviewed by the community, and get actionable feedback on what they can do to improve. If you want to be a part of the next creator roundtable, simply <a href="https://app.notion.com/p/35410b9c5e3080dd81f5dc5a9672cd19?pvs=21">submit to this form</a> and show up to the event on discord, <strong>Mondays 2pm EST</strong>!</p><p>However, everyone is welcome to join and listen in. The advice given to other creators are things you can apply to your own content.</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">Feedback Friday</h2><p>This week&#8217;s Feedback Friday was <strong>EXTREMELY</strong> insightful!</p><p>We had a great discussion regarding improvements &amp; issues raised by the community. Most notably:</p><ul><li><p>The key application process</p></li><li><p>Minimum campaign submission slots</p></li><li><p>Quality of Life improvements to discoverability and filtering on the platform</p></li></ul><p>Along with some clarity on certain aspects of Jestr.</p><p>We say this every week, but we are so grateful to have such an engaged community. So thank you to everyone who made it out to the session, let their voices be heard, and are dedicated to building Jestr overall.</p><p>Being unhappy with certain aspects of the platform <strong>DOES NOT</strong> mean your ungrateful. Jestr has been, and always will be, a creator-<strong>FIRST</strong> platform. So thank you to everyone for making your voices known.</p><p>We heard your pain points, we loved the ideas everyone had, and we see the reasoning behind it. We <strong>PROMISE</strong> you, we&#8217;re gonna cook.</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">What&#8217;s New in the Community?</h2><h3>We sponsored an award at The Streamer Awards &#129763;</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://thestreamerawards.com/home" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WRwb!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F552eacb2-b1fe-4ca3-b9b7-70cd122c38cf_1248x334.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WRwb!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F552eacb2-b1fe-4ca3-b9b7-70cd122c38cf_1248x334.png 848w, 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Jestr is officially sponsoring the <strong>Hidden Gem Award</strong> at <strong>The 2026 Streamer Awards</strong>.</p><p>If you don&#8217;t know the category, this award is for a streamer who deserves way more eyes than they&#8217;re getting. Which, if we&#8217;re being honest, is the most Jestr award on the entire list. Half this community is made up of people with a passion to make content creation a full time gig. That category exists for you guys.</p><p>How cinematic would it be to see a Jestr creator win that award, in a category <strong>we&#8217;re</strong> sponsoring. Let&#8217;s make it happen! We should nominate someone from our community who&#8217;s been putting in the work and hasn&#8217;t caught their break yet.</p><p>Voting ends on October 31st, and the full stream will be live on Twitch and Youtube on November 12th at 8:30pm Eastern Time.</p><p>&#128073; You can check out <a href="https://thestreamerawards.com/">The 2026 Streamer Awards here!</a></p><div><hr></div><h3>More creators following their dream <span>&#10024;</span></h3><p>We&#8217;ve said it many times before, but we measure our success not by the amount of campaigns we bring you, but how many of you we can make full-time. This week alone we had 3 amazing creators who are able to do what they&#8217;re passionate about, and do it now as a full time content creator!</p><p>It&#8217;s so crazy to look back and remember when these creators first entered the Jestrsphere. To witness their journey first hand is absolutely incredible to us.</p><p><strong>WishuSan</strong></p><p><em>&#8220;Almost 3 months ago i stumbled across Jestr, met some genuinely amazing people and found even more motivation to keep posting content and doing my best. I had around 4k followers back then and fast forward to today.. i just hit 10k on instagram!! But the biggest W of all is that content creation has reached a point where i can earn enough to leave my irl job and focus on this full time, while still being able to support my mom and my brother.&#8221;</em></p><p><strong>Roopy</strong></p><p><em>&#8220;For the past 10.5 years it&#8217;s been my dream to be a streamer. I&#8217;ve always been able to easily make people laugh, and I want to do that on a larger scale. Being an entertainer is all I&#8217;ve ever wanted to do. I&#8217;ve been very inconsistent over the years, but Jestr has given me the opportunity to improve my content, and receive the financial stability to keep doing it long term.&#8221;</em></p><p><strong>AdamDNS</strong></p><p><em>&#8220;I took a big leap, but after a lot of thought, I&#8217;m going full-time as a Jestr creator. I handed in my notice at my job last week, and by the end of next week I&#8217;ll be completely free. Honestly, I&#8217;ve basically been focusing only on this for a good while now anyway. As far as I know, I&#8217;m the only creator from my country taking this leap. Wish me luck!&#8221;</em></p><p>A huge shoutout to these amazing creators &#127881; We are truly honored to be a part of your success, and will continue to support you in your journey.</p><div><hr></div><h3>A Campaign No One Expected <span>&#128064;</span></h3><p>This week we ran a campaign for <strong>Valheim&#8217;s 1.0 release</strong>, and the community reaction was priceless.</p><p>Valheim isn&#8217;t a small game. It&#8217;s been out for years, it&#8217;s got millions of players, and it has coverage everywhere. So seeing it come through genuinely caught people off guard.</p><p>Because it means this thing we&#8217;ve been building for the past year is starting to show. Studios of that size don&#8217;t come to a platform unless they trust the creators on it, and that trust was earned by <strong>you guys</strong>, not by us. Every campaign you&#8217;ve submitted to, every piece of content you&#8217;ve put out, every bit of quality you&#8217;ve raised the bar with, that&#8217;s what got a name like Valheim in the door.</p><p>So expect more of this. We&#8217;re not slowing down.</p><div><hr></div><h3>Subtember to Remember Event</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp" width="578" height="218.443359375" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:387,&quot;width&quot;:1024,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:578,&quot;bytes&quot;:27882,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214479436?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F916d546a-0370-463b-a0f6-38086446bea6_1024x576.webp&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>This week also kicked off the Subtember to Remember event with streamers from all over Jestr.</p><p>It was fun to see all your different personalities and talent as entertainers! Mahdeen himself made his own Twitch account to participate and support the creators who participated!</p><p>Who knows, maybe he&#8217;ll even do a stream of his own for this event &#129335;</p><p>If this is your first time hearing about Subtember to Remember, this event was put together to support the streamers in the community, by collaborating on an organized raid train schedule that runs every Monday &amp; Wednesday through the entire month of September.</p><p>If you&#8217;re interested in participating in the event, you can <a href="https://app.notion.com/p/3d110b9c5e3080a2afedd4f07b027f0e?pvs=21">sign up through this form</a>, and the lovely hosts will reach out via discord!</p><p>We love seeing the community support each other through events like this, and we&#8217;ll definitely be there to show support! :)</p><div><hr></div><p>Before we wrap up, we just want to welcome in all the new Jestr&#8217;s that joined this past week, and shoutout the creators who joined the onboarding session on Wednesday! It was a pleasure meeting all of you, and thank you for giving us the opportunity to clear up any questions you had about the platform. We look forward to your success here &#10024;</p><p>That&#8217;s it for this weeks Jestr Recap! We&#8217;ll see you again next week &#129761;</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading the Jestr Recap! Subscribe below to stay updated on future Jestr Recaps!</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Jestr Recap (Aug 31st - Sep 6th)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Post-Gamescom updates, a new LFG schedule, and a new streamer focused event!]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/weekly-jestr-recap-aug-31st-sep-6</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/weekly-jestr-recap-aug-31st-sep-6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jay (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:57:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f7aea537-fdd1-4aec-bbe2-2c20a9615a15_692x362.png" 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fetchpriority="high"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Hey guys!</p><p>Welcome to the very first Jestr Recap &#127881;</p><p>We&#8217;ve wanted to do something like this for a while now, where we can keep you in the loop on everything happening across the community: from roundtables, feedback sessions, new events or whatever else we&#8217;ve been cooking up behind the scenes.</p><p>Every week, we&#8217;ll drop a recap just like this one so you never have to dig through Discord to catch up on what you missed.</p><p>So lets get into it, here's what's been happening this week, and what's coming next!!</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">Creator Roundtable</h2><p>First off, shoutout to Alex (ThatsNotFamilyFriendly) for hosting the Jestr Roundtable this past week!</p><p>One of the big things talked about in this session was Hooks, specifically how to layer in a second beat of tension right after your opening line, instead of just stating what the video is about. Adding a small &#8220;but,&#8221; a twist, an open loop before paying anything off can be the difference between a scroll-stopper and a watch-through.</p><p>We actually dove a little deeper into how to keep viewers watching after the hook in one of our recent blogs <strong><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/blog/how-to-keep-viewers-watching">here</a></strong>!</p><p>The Jestr Roundtable has been, and will continue to be, one of the most valuable community-driven resources we have to offer. The creators who&#8217;ve participated have received tons of valuable insights and the growth SHOWS.</p><p>If you&#8217;ve never been to a roundtable session before, this is an event where creators submit their content to be reviewed by the community, and get actionable feedback on what they can do to improve. If you want to be a part of the next creator roundtable, simply <em><a href="https://app.notion.com/p/35410b9c5e3080dd81f5dc5a9672cd19?pvs=21">submit to this form</a></em> and show up to the event on discord, <strong>Mondays 2pm EST</strong>!</p><p>However, everyone is welcome to join and listen in. The advice given to other creators are things you can apply to your own content.</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">Feedback Friday</h2><p>Mahdeen hosted this week&#8217;s Feedback Friday and he gave some great insights on the direction of the platform and the general sentiment around Jestr at Gamescom.</p><p>We had a great discussion regarding what&#8217;s being actively prioritized by the team, and some great conversations around what&#8217;s coming up. Specifically:</p><ul><li><p>The status on the Key Claim System rework</p></li><li><p>Campaign Guardrails &amp; Submission Rules</p></li><li><p>Collection campaigns, and the general sentiment around mobile games.</p></li><li><p>Upcoming events, showcases, merch ideas, and the next potential Jestr Meet-Up at Pax East</p></li></ul><p>We can&#8217;t express how grateful we are as a team to have such an engaged community. A LOT of the quality of life updates and positive changes to the platform are the result of the feedback you guys give us in these calls and in the feedback channel.</p><div><hr></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">What&#8217;s Coming Up?</h2><p></p><h3>Jestr Weekly Gaming Sessions &#127918;</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2ocW!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47260e46-b726-4816-98b4-1c0f11b8eb51_1500x2000.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2ocW!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47260e46-b726-4816-98b4-1c0f11b8eb51_1500x2000.png 424w, 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fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Here is this week&#8217;s LFG Schedule!</p><p>Every Sunday, we&#8217;ll release a schedule of what game will be played on each day, then we&#8217;ll open up LFG groups for creators to opt into. This will be announced weekly in the gaming discord channel with a notification ping sent out to those with the LFG tag!</p><p>And YES, we will provide <strong>keys</strong> to everyone who joins the Jestr Hosted Games! So now you can play with other creators without losing any of your key claim slots!</p><p>We&#8217;re aiming to host 3 sessions a day at various times to accommodate creators from different parts of the world. So if you see a game you want to play, and a timeslot that works best for you, feel free to opt in and collaborate with other creators!</p><div><hr></div><h3>Subtember to Remember Event</h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp" width="578" height="218.443359375" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:387,&quot;width&quot;:1024,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:578,&quot;bytes&quot;:27882,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214479436?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F916d546a-0370-463b-a0f6-38086446bea6_1024x576.webp&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9rhi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F297388fa-491d-4d59-8ce4-bbce4ec156a4_1024x387.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>This week kicks off the <strong>Subtember to Remember</strong> twitch event hosted by our fellow streamers Preacher &amp; MrEricAlmighty! <br><br>This event was put together to support the streamers in the community, by collaborating on an organized raid train schedule that runs every Monday &amp; Wednesday through the entire month of September.</p><p>If you&#8217;re interested in participating in the event, you can <strong><a href="https://spectacular-starfish-4bf.notion.site/3d110b9c5e3080a2afedd4f07b027f0e?pvs=105">sign up through this form</a></strong>, and the lovely hosts will reach out via discord!</p><p>We love seeing the community support each other through events like this, and we&#8217;ll definitely be there to show support! :) </p><div><hr></div><p>A quick shout-out to all the new Jestr&#8217;s that joined this week and attended the onboarding session on Wednesday! It was great to see new faces in the community, and we look forward to seeing your success &#10024;</p><p>That&#8217;s it for this weeks Jestr Recap! We&#8217;ll see you again next week &#129761;</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading the Jestr Recap! Subscribe for free to receive new posts!</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jestr's Choice Awards: August 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[And we have another fun twist on this special edition...]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-august-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-august-2026</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jay (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:00:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2e94ac17-cdaa-45ee-aec3-5b77fa8ca733_520x272.webp" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;re back again with another edition of <strong>Jestr&#8217;s Choice</strong>! <span>&#10024;</span></p><p>If this is your first time hearing about it, Jestr&#8217;s Choice is our way of showing appreciation to creators who consistently shock us with the quality of their work, the personality they put into their craft, and are individuals that remind us of the beauty in content creation.</p><p>Last month, we put a unique spin on Jestr&#8217;s Choice, where each member of the Jestr team chose one creator that they wanted to highlight. This month, we decided to do something different yet again!</p><p>Since it&#8217;s no secret that we&#8217;ve just added a new member to the Jestr Family, we thought it&#8217;d be a great idea to let Jay showcase his top 5 content creators to highlight in this edition.</p><p>So, without further ado, here are the Jestr&#8217;s Choice winners for August, <em>handpicked</em> by the newest member of the Jestr team!</p><div><hr></div><h1>Bullethammer</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg" width="200" height="200" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/fedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:150,&quot;width&quot;:150,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:200,&quot;bytes&quot;:4484,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214087590?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JSDV!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffedf1a64-0b5a-4202-9762-02e8183eede8_150x150.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Bullethammer is a creator who revolutionized how indie games are showcased by popularizing the simulated &#8220;Steam react&#8221; format. Blending live-streamer comedic bits with genuine audience interaction.</p><p>He displays it perfectly in his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4738460/Mr_Trippy/">Mr. Trippy</a></em>. Rather than simply reacting to the trailer, he actively engages his audience beforehand. Polling his community with a question that sets up a perfect comedic payoff once the trailer plays into it.</p><div id="youtube2-30SYISWqKWo" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;30SYISWqKWo&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/30SYISWqKWo?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@bullethammer">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bullet.hammer/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Bullethammer/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Shades of Nate</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg" width="200" height="200" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:200,&quot;width&quot;:200,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:200,&quot;bytes&quot;:6780,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214087590?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LJhD!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc49363e4-bf83-47bd-8acd-755661d5e02c_200x200.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Shades of Nate is a creator whose content keeps you locked into exactly what&#8217;s happening and why it matters. He narrates his gameplay in real time, building tension deliberately instead of rushing through it, so every moment feels intentional rather than filler.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2950790/IRON_NEST_Heavy_Turret_Simulator/">Iron Nest</a></em>, he talks through everything as it happens, so you&#8217;re never left wondering what&#8217;s going on or why it matters. Every second is doing something, leaving no dead air for the viewer to check out in. And by leaning into the build-up instead of rushing past it, he turns the payoff into something you&#8217;re actually anticipating, not just watching happen.</p><div id="youtube2-MCay8zTEKSQ" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;MCay8zTEKSQ&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MCay8zTEKSQ?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@shadesofnate">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shadesofnate/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ShadesOfNate/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Wishu</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg" width="200" height="200" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:160,&quot;width&quot;:160,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:200,&quot;bytes&quot;:19686,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214087590?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dFmR!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2db712ac-55cd-4c5d-92ee-f2d044f0e7e8_160x160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Wishu is a creator whose high-level editing ensures there&#8217;s constant visual energy keeping you completely locked into the video. Instead of relying purely on voiceover to carry the momentum, her slick, fast-paced edits give every second purpose, creating a viewing experience that feels lively, engaging, and impossible to look away from.</p><p>In her video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4962010/Mall_Tidy_Up_Together/">Mall: Tidy Up Together</a></em>, she seamlessly integrates expressive VTuber avatar cutaways, snappy visual gags, and fast-paced graphic overlays with smooth gameplay transitions. The editing matches the satisfying, chaotic rhythm of cleaning up an entire disaster-ridden mall, turning what could be repetitive gameplay into a high-energy ride that keeps the viewer entertained from start to finish.</p><div id="youtube2-R4JsXT-CPN4" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;R4JsXT-CPN4&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/R4JsXT-CPN4?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out her channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wishuusan">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wishusan/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WishuSan/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Gem Gaming Network</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg" width="200" height="200" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:160,&quot;width&quot;:160,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:200,&quot;bytes&quot;:13022,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214087590?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fC4R!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0dd86fd7-5921-4aa3-aca5-1c57ca961ca3_160x160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Gem Gaming Network is a creator who&#8217;s content blends peak retention techniques with his INSANE editing capabilities. His willingness to experiment with his work shows in the quality of his videos, combining elements from the best formats across the platform.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3949550/1666_Amsterdam/">1666: Amsterdam</a></em>, he combines high-retention scriptwriting, contextual audio cues, dynamic text animations, and even using a character model into one seamless package. Blending some of the strongest retention mechanics currently working across short-form, and keeping the audience hooked from frame one.</p><div id="youtube2-jDJz-ezkNnQ" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;jDJz-ezkNnQ&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/jDJz-ezkNnQ?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gemgamingnetwork">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gemgamingnetwork/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@gemgamingnetwork/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Indie First</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png" width="200" height="204.54545454545453" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:180,&quot;width&quot;:176,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:200,&quot;bytes&quot;:30209,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/i/214087590?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bJey!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F322a4a20-d692-47e7-ab8a-cf5fd2a782e3_176x180.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Indie First is a channel whose content frames indie games with the polish, authority, and cinematic scope we see in bigger titles. They craft narrative driven pitches that look past simple feature lists, focusing instead on world-building, tone, and lore to turn every preview into an immersive story.</p><p>In their video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2254950/The_Eternal_Life_of_Goldman/">The Eternal Life of Goldman</a></em>, they lean directly into that. Setting the atmosphere in the very first sentence. Ensuring that every visual gives context and purpose, which turns a quick short into a compelling video.</p><div id="youtube2-EtAfJMbGXVo" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;EtAfJMbGXVo&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/EtAfJMbGXVo?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out their channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@indie1st">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/indie_first/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Indie1st/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>And that&#8217;s a wrap on Jestr&#8217;s Choice August 2026 edition <span>&#129395;</span></p><p>Every month you guys continue to surprise us with your creativity and passion for content. There is so much talent and growth within the community, which makes it really hard for us to choose between so many great creators!</p><p>So shout out to all the awesome creators featured this month!</p><p>As always, keep experimenting, keep finding your own style, and most importantly, keep making stuff you&#8217;re genuinely proud of.</p><p>Thanks for reading, and we&#8217;ll see you in the next one &#129761;</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Jestr Newsletter! Subscribe to be notified when we post</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jestr's Choice Awards: July 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[But this time we've got a special edition for you...]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-july-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-july-2026</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 02:55:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/53e5ae2d-6e4b-44c7-b3bb-fb5c73e4ab4c_520x272.webp" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After a month-long hiatus for June, we&#8217;re back with a new, <em>special</em> edition of <strong>Jestr&#8217;s Choice!</strong> </p><p>If you&#8217;re new here, Jestr&#8217;s Choice is our way of showing some extra love to creators who consistently punch above their weight, produce incredible content, and make us proud to have them as part of the Jestr community.</p><p>Usually, choosing the recipients is a group effort. The Jestr team puts our heads together, gets input from Jestr reps, and eventually comes to a consensus on five creators we think deserve the spotlight.</p><p>For July, we decided to switch things up a bit &#128064;<br><br>This month, <strong>every member of the Jestr team got to personally choose one creator!</strong> That means six winners instead of the usual five, but more importantly, six picks that each represent what someone on our team personally loves about great content.</p><p>What&#8217;s important is that we all notice and value different things. For some of us, it might be storytelling or humour. For others, it&#8217;s editing, consistency, or even community involvement. There&#8217;s way too much talent in this community for us not to each have our own favourites.</p><p>So, without further ado, here are the Jestr&#8217;s Choice winners for July<strong>, </strong><em>handpicked</em> by the Jestr team<strong>!</strong></p><div><hr></div><h1>JustJarrod</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!L949!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb9645ad5-9642-4cda-89bf-378d9be95615_1000x1000.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!L949!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb9645ad5-9642-4cda-89bf-378d9be95615_1000x1000.jpeg 424w, 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Watching his videos feels like talking to a friend about games: natural, funny, and never overly scripted. Th&#233;o especially resonated with his dry humour, which, paired with great editing and a style that&#8217;s <em>instantly recognizable</em>, gives his content a friendly feel to it.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4317690/Crimson_Moon/">Crimson Moon</a></em>, that laid-back style especially shines through. Instead of rushing his sentences or optimizing every second for &#8220;typical short-form&#8221; delivery, he takes his time and speaks like he&#8217;s simply sharing his <strong>honest thoughts</strong> about a game. It makes the whole video feel refreshingly genuine and easy to watch.</p><div id="youtube2-pi9gX4rQ9IQ" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;pi9gX4rQ9IQ&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pi9gX4rQ9IQ?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@imjustjarrod">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/imjustjarrod/reels/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@justjarrod/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Cloudual</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" 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15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3>Val&#8217;s Pick</h3><p><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/cloudual/media-kit">Cloudual</a> is a creator who <em>genuinely cares</em> about the developers behind the games he covers, and it shows. He&#8217;s built his community from the ground up, using Jestr not only to find more opportunities, but to develop a <strong>brand and identity</strong> that feel entirely his own. Val especially admires the dedicated community he&#8217;s built and sees him as the kind of creator we should all aspire to become.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2781660/Dawn_Of_Defense/">Dawn of Defense</a></em>, he makes the developers the heroes of the story. He highlights what such a small team was able to accomplish while showcasing the creative gameplay mechanics that make their game stand out, especially highlighting the innovation that&#8217;s only possible by an indie team. </p><div id="youtube2-2MYdCrJ_s7U" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;2MYdCrJ_s7U&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/2MYdCrJ_s7U?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@cloudual">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cloudual/reels/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Cloudual">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Sulei</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg 848w, 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Is0u!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05cfc210-b65f-4d36-9963-3226a8a4fd0e_951x951.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" 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He actively reaches out, takes criticism, and continuously finds ways to improve his content. He even <em>popularized</em> the iconic finger-pointing hook that tons of creators in the community have since taken inspiration from. Dawas also gives him bonus points for sharing a name with his favourite wrestler, Randy Orton ;)</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3167920/LowBudget_Repairs/">Low-Budget Repairs</a></em>, that improvement is obvious and it feels like he knows <strong>exactly</strong> what keeps people watching. His hooks are intriguing, his pacing is on point, and the energy behind his delivery makes the entire video genuinely fun to watch.</p><div id="youtube2-jsOFBD2ApRA" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;jsOFBD2ApRA&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/jsOFBD2ApRA?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@randysulei">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/randysulei">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1BEWsyH1DwDA_8rNiCY3ug">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Trrisaa</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rg0H!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2709169f-84c2-424b-8790-39c39ff6d2f7_400x400.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rg0H!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2709169f-84c2-424b-8790-39c39ff6d2f7_400x400.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rg0H!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2709169f-84c2-424b-8790-39c39ff6d2f7_400x400.jpeg 848w, 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Her gameplay clips <strong>never feel forced</strong> or overproduced, they&#8217;re simply entertaining because she&#8217;s genuinely having fun. David especially loves that authenticity and finds himself cracking up at pretty much every video she makes.</p><p>In her video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3417410/Storebound/">Storebound</a></em>, the constant bickering between her and her partner, mixed with her high energy and funny facial reactions, makes for the kind of video you can&#8217;t help but smile through the entire time.</p><div id="youtube2-dpc1iK0RmkI" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;dpc1iK0RmkI&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/dpc1iK0RmkI?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out her channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@trrisaa">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/trrisaa">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGMXhutEYCUAz4CYWD6AdMw">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>luvREOHH</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pdKZ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png" width="276" height="276" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/97388efb-640b-46dc-bb6e-69a5b62e3ce2_512x512.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:512,&quot;width&quot;:512,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:276,&quot;bytes&quot;:null,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;Tengen Uzui Avatar - 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Between hilarious scriptwriting, perfectly timed delivery, and his unpredictable use of sound effects, there&#8217;s always something keeping you entertained. Hamza especially loves the SFX, which somehow manage to catch him off guard every time.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4767090/Emergency_Buddies/">Emergency Buddies</a></em>, he pairs a silly script with a completely monotone delivery, while unexpected sound effects constantly break your expectations. It keeps the video fast-paced, unpredictable, and very entertaining from start to finish.</p><div id="youtube2-Pvk53h-Rx1E" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;Pvk53h-Rx1E&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Pvk53h-Rx1E?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@luvreohh">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/luvreohh">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDxeVnpeV4wYlAiYl4ewylg">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Rosette Bloodthorn</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link 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Mahdeen especially appreciates how she incorporates her chat, making each video feel like an extension of her streams while building a recognizable brand around her content.</p><p>In her video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3214610/Cinderia/">Cinderia</a>, she does exactly that by leaning into the absurdity of an in-game moment and bouncing off her chat&#8217;s reactions. It turns a funny gameplay clip into something that not only showcases the game in an intriguing light, but also does so in a truly authentic way.</p><div id="youtube2-HE6lIphpgG8" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;HE6lIphpgG8&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/HE6lIphpgG8?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out her channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@rosettebloodthornvt">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alsorosettebloodthorn/reels/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@rosettebloodthorn">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>That&#8217;s a wrap on our special July edition of <strong>Jestr&#8217;s Choice</strong> &#129395;</p><p>Shout out to all six creators featured this month, and a huge thank you to everyone who continues to make this community such a ridiculously talented place.</p><p>If there&#8217;s one thing this edition made especially clear, it&#8217;s that there&#8217;s no single formula for making great content. Every person on our team gravitated toward something different, because every creator brings something unique to the table!</p><p>As Jestr continues to grow, there are more and more creators giving us reasons to pay attention. So keep experimenting, keep finding your own style, and most importantly, keep making stuff you&#8217;re proud of.</p><p>Oh, and if you guys liked this special team-pick edition, let us know. We <em>might</em> just have to make this the new norm&#8230;</p><p>Thanks for reading, and we&#8217;ll see you in the next one &#129761;</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Jestr Newsletter! Subscribe to be notified when we post</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jestr's Choice Awards: May 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's about that time again, let's celebrate more creators!]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-may-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-may-2026</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:10:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0a4e581f-d624-471f-8ad8-a4c28a51b6fd_520x272.webp" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Well, well, well&#8230; it looks like we&#8217;re back with another edition of <strong>Jestr&#8217;s Choice</strong>! </p><p>Last month, we launched this series as a way to highlight creators who consistently impress us with the quality, creativity, and originality of their content. The response from you all was awesome, so we&#8217;re back with another lineup of creators whose work has stood out across the Jestr community. <br><br>One of the coolest parts of building Jestr has been seeing how differently creators approach showing off the exact same game. Some lean into storytelling, some focus on comedy, some absolutely min-max their editing, and others nerd out over every little game mechanic they can find.</p><p><em>That&#8217;s</em> what Jestr&#8217;s Choice is all about.</p><p>While views, earnings, and submission counts are all things still worth celebrating, this series is our chance to recognize creators who are carving out their own style, taking creative risks, and building something that feels uniquely theirs.<br><br>Again, this list is not ranked. There&#8217;s<strong> no &#8220;best creator&#8221;</strong> here. Every person featured stands out for different reasons, and that&#8217;s exactly why we chose them.<br><br>With that out of the way, let&#8217;s get to the creators.</p><div><hr></div><h1>QmanBean</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eUp3!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd48ac73e-c055-403a-b18c-9f8ec0de9bf2_400x400.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eUp3!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd48ac73e-c055-403a-b18c-9f8ec0de9bf2_400x400.jpeg 424w, 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eUp3!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd48ac73e-c055-403a-b18c-9f8ec0de9bf2_400x400.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eUp3!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd48ac73e-c055-403a-b18c-9f8ec0de9bf2_400x400.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eUp3!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd48ac73e-c055-403a-b18c-9f8ec0de9bf2_400x400.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 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Every piece of content he produces is crafted with <strong>clear intention</strong>, with smooth script delivery, intentional lighting, and visual cohesion that elevates even simple gameplay into something far more cinematic. Instead of presenting games in a purely informational way, he leans into immersion, making it feel like he&#8217;s actively inside the experience he&#8217;s describing.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3256150/Moomintroll_Winters_Warmth/">Moomintroll: Winter&#8217;s Warmth</a></em>, the level of commitment really stands out. From the full winter outfit to the carefully placed childhood photos, he does a great job of evoking a genuine sense of nostalgia, making you <em>feel</em> the game&#8217;s emotional tone rather than just learning about it.</p><div id="youtube2-8csib01a9t8" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;8csib01a9t8&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8csib01a9t8?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@qmanbean">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/qmanbean/reels/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@QmanBean">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Drift Lissa</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp" width="276" height="276" 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ur3w!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2e6b9567-2f68-41b5-83c5-8700bd7cda49_1000x1000.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/driftlissa/mediakit">Drift Lissa</a> stands out on Jestr as a creator who focuses on what comes <em>after</em> the initial hype cycle, making in-depth guides and tutorial-style content that helps players understand how games work on a deeper level. While most coverage stops at first impressions, she goes further, breaking down interactions, systems, and mechanics in a way that&#8217;s both accessible and <strong>genuinely useful</strong>.</p><p>In her video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124540/Far_Far_West/">Far Far West</a></em>, you can see exactly how effective this approach is. Instead of just highlighting what the game looks like, she digs into how its systems interact and what players can actually do with them, leaving you with a much clearer understanding of the game and how to engage with it.</p><div id="youtube2-C147exGxupU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;C147exGxupU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/C147exGxupU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out her channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@driftlissa">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/driftlissa/reels/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DriftLissa/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Biffmatic</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aIn9!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F635df4dc-cb46-454b-84b6-c347dd43fd9a_393x393.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aIn9!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F635df4dc-cb46-454b-84b6-c347dd43fd9a_393x393.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aIn9!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F635df4dc-cb46-454b-84b6-c347dd43fd9a_393x393.jpeg 848w, 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He constantly challenges assumptions about what <em>&#8220;works&#8221;</em> on short form, focusing on games he has a <strong>genuine passion</strong> for like RTS titles, colony sims, and automation games. It&#8217;s his ability to package seemingly niche or complex games in an engaging way, combined with his fast-paced editing style, that keeps you hooked from start to finish.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2487190/Main_Sequence/">Main Sequence</a></em>, he does a great job of speaking directly to fans of more niche genres, referencing other popular titles while focusing on the mechanics they care about most. He highlights things like procedural generation, automated supply routes, and empire building, making the game feel instantly familiar and appealing to that audience.</p><div id="youtube2-d-yJmIdXkAg" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;d-yJmIdXkAg&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/d-yJmIdXkAg?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@biffmatic">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/biffmatictv">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@biffmatic/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Jacombo</h1><div 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What makes him stand out from other gameplay creators is how he&#8217;s been able to <strong>build a brand</strong> through incorporating his daughter into videos. Their hilarious dynamic makes for incredibly memorable shorts you always find yourself laughing at.</p><p>In his video about <em><a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4174160/Project_Doors/">Project: Doors</a>, </em>that dynamic really shines through. You can hear her jumping into conversations with jokes that are genuinely funny on their own, made even better by how unfiltered they are. The contrast between her baby voice and the surprisingly chaotic humour creates moments that are both hilarious and unexpectedly wholesome.</p><div id="youtube2-pVii3Et7S6Q" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;pVii3Et7S6Q&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pVii3Et7S6Q?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jacombo.tv">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacombo.tv/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JACOMBO/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>And that&#8217;s a wrap on Jestr&#8217;s Choice May 2026 edition &#129395;<br><br>Shout out to the awesome creators featured this month. As Jestr continues to grow, these choices are only getting harder, with more and more talent emerging across the community that we&#8217;re excited to keep highlighting! If you&#8217;re focused on quality and consistency, don&#8217;t worry - you might just see your name in here soon ;)<br><br>Thanks for reading, and we&#8217;ll see you in June!</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Jestr newsletter! Subscribe to be notified when we post</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jestr's Choice Awards: April 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of our favourite creators we saw on Jestr last month]]></description><link>https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-april-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://newsletter.jestr.gg/p/jestrs-choice-awards-april-2026</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mahdeen (Jestr)]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:33:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/deb1e106-835d-40b6-a933-4018da89a6c2_1136x663.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the very first edition of <strong>Jestr&#8217;s Choice</strong>! For the past 9 months, we&#8217;ve had the chance to watch a lot of great creators make content through Jestr, and we figured it was about time we highlighted some of our favourites. <br><br>Jestr&#8217;s Choice is our way of spotlighting creators in the community who are making content that stands out for its quality, creativity, and uniqueness. This isn&#8217;t about views, payouts, submissions, or anything else you can put a number on. </p><p>It&#8217;s about the <em>craft.</em></p><p>These are creators who are consistently sharpening their style, experimenting with new ideas, and making videos that leave a lasting impression long after you scroll.</p><p>Every creator featured here was chosen through conversations with ambassadors, reps, and studios, along with our own opinions after spending WAY too much time doomscrolling&#8230;<br><br>As a quick disclaimer, this list is not ranked as <strong>there&#8217;s no &#8220;best creator&#8221;</strong> here. Every creator on this list stands out for different reasons, whether it&#8217;s storytelling, humour, editing, authenticity, or just having a brand that feels entirely their own!<br><br>Our goal with Jestr&#8217;s Choice is simple: recognize great work, celebrate the people behind it, and inspire more creators in the community to keep making stuff they&#8217;re proud of.<br><br>Okay that&#8217;s enough yapping, here&#8217;s our first ever Jestr&#8217;s Choice lineup!</p><div><hr></div><h1>CutCine</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cWy7!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9e4da0ab-e49b-4be1-a7ce-1cddab12c0c3_511x511.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Every video he makes feels cinematic. He doesn&#8217;t just show what makes a game special, he makes you <em>feel</em> why it matters. That&#8217;s not an easy thing to pull off in under a minute, but it&#8217;s what makes his content stand out so much.</p><p>In his video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2133760/Tiny_Bookshop/">Tiny Bookshop</a>, you can see exactly what we mean. The captions, the narration, and the way he describes the emotion behind the cozy game is captivating and truly makes you feel like you&#8217;re watching a movie.</p><div id="youtube2-NmW5YsOlC9g" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;NmW5YsOlC9g&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/NmW5YsOlC9g?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@cutcinestudios">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cutcine__/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CutCine7">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>CTPlays</h1><div 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9KL-!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8f0b4045-8393-4028-b104-bfcf958004ff_800x800.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9KL-!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8f0b4045-8393-4028-b104-bfcf958004ff_800x800.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9KL-!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8f0b4045-8393-4028-b104-bfcf958004ff_800x800.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" 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15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/ct-plays/media-kit">CTPlays</a> has built one of the most recognizable brands on Jestr by fully committing to a retro-inspired presentation that feels more like an experience than a standard game video. Every piece of his content feels <em>intentional</em>. The low poly character model, the drum and bass background music, and the constant use of retro game sfx all work together to create a consistent nostalgic vibe from start to finish.</p><p>In his video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2830030/MOTORSLICE/">MOTORSLICE</a>, you can see how cleverly he weaves his brand into a showcase style video. Through retro game references, sound design, and visual cues, he manages to turn a simple showcase video into something that feels <strong>fully stylized</strong> to match his vibe.</p><div id="youtube2-WJtmg_QM6kU" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;WJtmg_QM6kU&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/WJtmg_QM6kU?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ct.plays">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ct.plays/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@heyitsct/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Mildsoss</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg" width="276" height="276" 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e76s!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a218c8d-89fe-4973-964c-0d9c9ad872c0_998x998.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" 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15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/mildsoss/media-kit">Mildsoss</a> has been part of Jestr since the very start and is one of the fastest growing short form gaming creators in the space. While his branding is iconic, <strong>his big strength is his storytelling</strong>. Every video feels heavily researched, but never in a way that feels overwhelming. Instead, he&#8217;s able to take intricate developer stories and break them down into something clear, engaging, and easy to follow. Even if you know nothing about the game he&#8217;s covering, you&#8217;re never left behind.</p><p>In his video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124540/Far_Far_West/">Far Far West</a>, he dives into the history behind what makes the game so special. Instead of just showcasing its features, he focuses on the developers and <em>their journey</em>, and by the end you find yourself genuinely invested in their story and wanting to support what they&#8217;re building.</p><div id="youtube2-BWcZ40NquME" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;BWcZ40NquME&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BWcZ40NquME?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mildsoss?lang=en">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mildsoss_official/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mildsoss/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>FayeTale</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg" width="274" height="274" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:200,&quot;width&quot;:200,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:274,&quot;bytes&quot;:null,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:null,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:null,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" title="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Yn_z!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8a7c7494-5689-432f-85a9-273c5708e345_200x200.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><a href="https://www.jestr.gg/fayetale/media-kit">FayeTale</a> is a creator who&#8217;s videos you can&#8217;t help but smile while watching. She&#8217;s a VTuber who fully <strong>understands her audience</strong>, and leans into that perfectly. Fast-paced editing, comedic sound effects, and the occasional meme cut are all classic elements of VTuber content. Paired with her playful scripts and delivery, it all comes together to create a style that&#8217;s instantly recognizable.</p><p>In her video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4279630/Friendly_Steps/">Friendly Steps</a>, she keeps things light, fast, and consistently funny, while also doing a great job of making you imagine how much fun the game would be if <em>you were playing</em> it with friends. </p><div id="youtube2-utAzwg2D0L4" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;utAzwg2D0L4&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/utAzwg2D0L4?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out her channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@fayeetalee">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@fayeetalee">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FayeTalee/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><h1>Duck Invaders</h1><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!zRbo!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4ebabaf2-bb72-4f9a-a31c-d0bede0230fe_1128x1128.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!zRbo!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4ebabaf2-bb72-4f9a-a31c-d0bede0230fe_1128x1128.png 424w, 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Most of his videos come across like they&#8217;re <strong>completely off the cuff</strong> in the best way possible. It genuinely feels like he hits record, starts talking, and builds the entire video in real time through clever one-liners, mini skits, and quick comedic bits that always land. Even though it <em>feels improvised</em>, there&#8217;s a clear sense of timing and instinct behind everything he does, with sharp, fast humour that keeps the whole experience consistently entertaining.</p><p>In his video about <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/4616480/Tiny_Leaf_Kingdom/">Tiny Leaf Kingdom</a>, you genuinely can&#8217;t predict a single thing he&#8217;s going to say next. It feels like a rollercoaster you didn&#8217;t fully prepare for, but end up enjoying more and more as it goes on.</p><div id="youtube2-_9wDV_Ci18k" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;_9wDV_Ci18k&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_9wDV_Ci18k?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Check out his channels here:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@duckinvaders?lang=en">TikTok</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/duckinvaders/">Instagram</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DuckInvaders/shorts">YouTube</a></p></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>That&#8217;s it for the first ever Jestr&#8217;s Choice!<br><br>Huge congratulations to everyone featured this month. This was honestly really hard to narrow down, since there are probably about 50 other people we also wanted to highlight. This is just our opinion based on what we&#8217;ve been seeing and the creators we&#8217;ve personally been enjoying on the platform.</p><p>That&#8217;s exactly why we&#8217;re going to make this a monthly thing.<br><br>We want to keep highlighting as many of you as possible who are consistently putting out high quality, creative work. <br><br>Thanks for reading, we&#8217;ll catch you in the next one &#129761;</p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://newsletter.jestr.gg/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Jestr newsletter! 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