Video Game Writer Salary in the United States

Video Game Writer Salary

How much does a Video Game Writer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Video Game Writer in the United States is $66,905. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $49,239 to a high of $84,613, with most professionals earning between $57,658 and $76,174.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $49,239 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $57,658 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $66,905 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $76,174 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $84,613 US April 01, 2025
25% $57,658 10% $49,239 90% $84,613 75% $76,174 $66,905 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Video Game Writer ?

Video game writing is the art and craft of writing scripts for video games. Similar to screenwriting, it is typically a freelance profession. It includes many differences from writing for film, due to the non-linear and interactive nature of most video games, and the necessity to work closely with video game designers and voice actors. There are many differing types of text in video games in comparison to stage shows or movies, including written text, foreign or made-up languages, and often situation-based information. Especially when developing Triple A games, more than one writer will be req...

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66905
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Video Game Writer in the United States. The base salary for Video Game Writer ranges from $57,658 to $76,174 with the average base salary of $66,905. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,658 to $76,174 with the average total cash compensation of $66,905.
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