Games & Entertainment backlinks — United Kingdom

627 sites from €30 excl. VAT: median authority 39, median traffic 1 k visits per month. Dofollow links, secure payment, guaranteed publication.

The UK games and entertainment scene is crowded, fast-moving and heavily search-driven, from gaming news and reviews to streaming, film and online leisure. This page lists 627 UK sites in the theme, so you can compare authority, traffic and price before placing a sponsored article or backlink.

Why backlinks matter in UK games and entertainment

Audiences in this niche search constantly: release dates, reviews, guides, buying advice and event coverage. A link from a relevant British publication helps your page get discovered by readers who already care about the topic, and it sends a topical signal to search engines that a generic site cannot match.

It also suits a range of advertisers: indie studios, hardware and accessory shops, ticketing and event brands, streaming services, gaming communities and affiliate publishers. For wider context on how country and topic fit together, browse backlinks by topic and country or the general UK backlinks and sponsored articles page.

What the UK market looks like in numbers

Of the 627 sites available, 335 have an authority score between 0 and 19, 39 sit at 20–29, 90 at 30–39, 134 at 40–59 and 29 at 60 or above. The median authority is 39, and 40% of sites reach 30 or more. Median organic traffic is 1,374 visits per month, which is a realistic benchmark for a niche publication with an engaged readership.

Almost every listing is a clean option for link equity: 99% of links are dofollow. Prices include the article and exclude VAT. They start at 30 €, the median is 425 €, and the top 10% most powerful sites begin at 1,548 €. If you want to understand what drives that spread, the guide on backlink prices and how to estimate a link's value is a good companion.

How to choose the right site and article format

Start with relevance. A review of a strategy game belongs on a gaming outlet, not a generic lifestyle blog. Check that the site's recent content genuinely covers your subject, that it is written for a UK audience, and that traffic looks real rather than inflated. Authority is useful, but it should not be the only filter; our overview of which SEO metrics actually matter explains how to weigh DR, DA and traffic together.

Then pick the format. A sponsored article with editorial value, such as a buyer's guide, a hands-on feature or a round-up, usually performs better than a thin promotional post. If you are weighing the options, read sponsored content versus guest posting, and use the sponsored articles page to see how placements work on vetted media.

Budget and mistakes to avoid

A balanced plan mixes a few mid-authority placements around the median price with some cheaper links on relevant niche sites, and keeps a premium slot for launches or key pages. Spreading your links over several months looks more natural than a sudden burst, and varied anchor text keeps the profile healthy.

Avoid sites that publish on every topic, sell links in bulk or show traffic that does not match their authority. Our guide on spotting PBNs and link farms lists the warning signs. When you are ready, the buy backlinks page and how it works explain the process on LinkBooster step by step.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a games and entertainment backlink cost in the UK?

Prices start at 30 €, with a median of 425 € including the article, excluding VAT. The strongest 10% of sites start at 1,548 €.

Are the links dofollow?

Yes, 99% of the listed links are dofollow, so they can pass authority to your page, provided the site is relevant and trustworthy.

What authority should I aim for?

The median authority is 39, and 40% of sites score 30 or more. For most campaigns, a relevant site in the 30–59 range with genuine traffic is a sensible target.

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