Applications Open for the StreamQuest × Ludeo Paid Short-Form Creator Campaign
StreamQuest is opening applications for its first dedicated paid short-form creator campaign. We are carefully selecting 15 gaming creators to introduce Ludeo through original videos made for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.
The campaign begins on 25 September 2026. Selected creators receive a guaranteed base payment, can earn an additional performance reward based on eligible views, and may receive up to €250 in total depending on their confirmed tier.
Read the Ludeo mission brief or check your likely creator tier before applying.
Watch the Ludeo mission brief video
Get the complete campaign overview in this short video, including what Ludeo is, what creators need to make and how the mission works.
Watch the Ludeo mission brief video on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oL77d6mEJxU
What is Ludeo?
Ludeo turns memorable moments from PC games into playable browser experiences. Instead of only watching a gameplay clip, someone can open the corresponding Ludeo on desktop and jump directly into that moment themselves.
The creator's job is to make that concept easy to understand, entertaining to watch and worth trying. Selected creators will receive private access to Ludeo and a bank of approved Playables so they can explore different games, capture footage and develop an original idea in their own style.
What creators need to make
Each selected creator will produce one original edited vertical video lasting at least 45 seconds. The video must:
- Explain what Ludeo is in the creator's own words
- Show two or three approved Playables
- Make clear that viewers can play those moments themselves on desktop
- Invite viewers to join the Ludeo Discord
- Include the required sponsored-content disclosure
Creators control the hook, humour, voice-over, facecam, captions, pacing and overall creative direction. A raw gameplay clip or unedited screen recording does not qualify.
Every draft must be approved before publication. Once approved, the same video can be posted on TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. StreamQuest calculates the result from every submitted post and pays once, using whichever post earns the highest reward.
Creators remain the owners of their original content, accounts and raw footage. Under the applicable campaign terms, Ludeo may reuse the approved final sponsored video in its marketing, but this does not transfer ownership of the creator's account, raw footage, editable project files or unrelated work.
Why StreamQuest is running this pilot
Livestream campaigns remain central to StreamQuest, but game studios and other partners increasingly need original, platform-native short-form content as well. This Ludeo campaign is our first dedicated test of a model built specifically for that work.
We are looking for people who understand gaming content, can edit a clear and entertaining vertical video, and have a genuine audience that responds to their work. Selection is based on fit and verified performance rather than follower count alone.
The results will help shape future StreamQuest short-form campaigns. They will also show current and prospective partners what a carefully selected group of social-first gaming creators can deliver.
How StreamQuest calculates your creator tier
Short-form creators are assessed separately on every platform. Someone may qualify for Silver on TikTok and Bronze on YouTube Shorts because audience behaviour and account performance can differ between platforms.
StreamQuest reviews the creator's 10 most recent comparable original videos and evaluates four measures together:
- Followers or subscribers
- Median views
- Median like rate
- Genuine commenters
The median is the middle result from the sample. This prevents one unusually successful or viral video from determining the entire offer.
The like rate for each video is calculated as:
likes ÷ views × 100
For example, 255 likes from 8,500 views produces a 3% like rate. A creator must pass all four requirements for a tier; views alone are not enough.
TikTok creator tiers
| Tier | Followers | Median views | Median like rate | Genuine commenters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 500+ | 500–5,000 | 3%+ | 3+ |
| Silver | 2,000+ | 5,001–20,000 | 3%+ | 8+ |
| Gold | 5,000+ | 20,001+ | 2.5%+ | 15+ |
Instagram Reels creator tiers
| Tier | Followers | Median Reel views | Median like rate | Genuine commenters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 500+ | 500–5,000 | 2.5%+ | 2+ |
| Silver | 1,500+ | 5,001–20,000 | 2.25%+ | 5+ |
| Gold | 5,000+ | 20,001+ | 2%+ | 10+ |
YouTube Shorts creator tiers
| Tier | Subscribers | Median Short views | Median like rate | Genuine commenters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 250+ | 500–5,000 | 2%+ | 1+ |
| Silver | 750+ | 5,001–20,000 | 2%+ | 2+ |
| Gold | 2,000+ | 20,001+ | 2%+ | 5+ |
Genuine commenters are distinct real viewers contributing meaningful comments. Bots, engagement exchanges, spam and the creator's own replies do not count.
Check your likely tier before applying
The StreamQuest short-form tier calculator lets creators select a platform and enter their followers or subscribers and typical median views. It then shows the likely tier, the corresponding payment range, and the number of likes and genuine commenters normally needed to maintain that tier.
The calculator is indicative. StreamQuest confirms the final tier only after reviewing the account, the 10-video sample and any requested native analytics.
Ludeo campaign payments and CPM explained
Every selected creator receives a guaranteed base payment after the approved video is published correctly and the required proof is submitted. Verified organic performance can then add to that payment until the creator reaches the maximum for their tier.
| Tier | Guaranteed base | Priority-market rate | Maximum total payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | €25 | €3 per 1,000 eligible views | €100 |
| Silver | €50 | €4 per 1,000 eligible views | €175 |
| Gold | €100 | €5 per 1,000 eligible views | €250 |
For this campaign, CPM describes the performance rate paid per 1,000 eligible views. The calculation is:
guaranteed base + (eligible views ÷ 1,000 × applicable CPM)
The result is capped at the maximum total payment for the creator's tier.
For example, a Silver creator whose strongest post receives 8,500 eligible views entirely from priority markets would earn:
€50 + (8.5 × €4) = €84
The guaranteed base remains protected when the creator completes the approved mission correctly, even when the video earns fewer views than expected.
Priority markets and regional view weighting
For the Ludeo campaign, 100% of the listed CPM applies to verified views from these priority markets:
- European Union member states
- United States
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Norway
- Switzerland
- Iceland
- Australia
- New Zealand
Views from other markets, including LATAM, are valued at 60% of the listed performance rate:
| Tier | Priority-market CPM | Other-market CPM |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | €3 | €1.80 |
| Silver | €4 | €2.40 |
| Gold | €5 | €3 |
For creators with a mixed international audience, StreamQuest may calculate a blended rate using verified audience geography. The weighting is based on the campaign value of the audience markets, not the creator's own location, nationality or quality.
What analytics StreamQuest reviews
Applicants should be ready to share recent native analytics for their short-form accounts. These may include:
- Views and accounts reached
- Likes and genuine comments
- Shares and saves
- Watch time and audience retention
- Audience geography
- Viewed-versus-swiped-away data where available
Selected creators will normally submit an early performance snapshot around Day 7 and final analytics around Day 30. StreamQuest may request a dashboard walkthrough when numbers require additional verification, but we will never ask for a creator's password.
Only organic performance is eligible. Purchased views, bots, engagement swaps, spam and undisclosed paid boosting do not qualify. Submitted posts must remain public for at least 60 days unless StreamQuest approves a change.
How to apply for the Ludeo creator campaign
- Read the complete Ludeo mission brief.
- Use the short-form tier calculator.
- Apply through the StreamQuest website and identify the social accounts you want reviewed.
- Send StreamQuest your account links, recent native analytics and audience geography.
- Wait for your confirmed tier, payment terms and deliverables before creating or publishing anything.
The current StreamQuest Creator Dashboard uses Twitch authentication. We understand that some short-form creators are not Twitch-first, and additional login options are planned. In the meantime, creators can also apply by emailing contact@streamquest.io or by contacting the StreamQuest team through our Discord community.
Applying does not guarantee selection. Places are curated, and every selected creator receives their confirmed offer before beginning work.
Know a strong gaming content creator?
If you know someone who consistently produces well-edited gaming videos, understands TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts, and has a genuine audience, invite them to apply.
This first campaign matters. It is an opportunity for the selected creators to earn from their work, introduce audiences to a new way of experiencing gameplay moments and help define the future of paid short-form quests at StreamQuest.
Read the Ludeo mission brief and apply
Frequently asked questions
How many creators will StreamQuest select?
StreamQuest will carefully select 15 creators for the first Ludeo short-form campaign.
Which platforms are eligible?
TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts are supported. Creators may post the approved video on multiple platforms, but receive one payment based on the post that earns the highest reward.
How much can a creator earn?
The guaranteed base ranges from €25 to €100. With the performance reward, the maximum total payment ranges from €100 for Bronze to €250 for Gold.
Do I need a Twitch account to apply?
The current website login uses Twitch authentication, but short-form creators can also apply by emailing contact@streamquest.io or contacting the StreamQuest team through Discord.
Does a viral video determine my tier?
No. StreamQuest reviews the 10 most recent comparable original videos and uses typical performance across followers, median views, like rate and genuine commenters.