Business idea · Education
Self-Paced Video Game Courses for Kids
Self-Paced Video Game Courses for Kids is an online platform providing pre-recorded video game-related classes that allow kids to learn at their own pace while developing essential gaming and social skills. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper, in the episode "611: The 6-Figure Video Game Mom" (aired May 30, 2024).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 611: The 6-Figure Video Game Mom |
| Aired | May 30, 2024 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Miss Devon's Video Game Universe |
The problem it solves
Parents need flexible educational options for their children that fit within busy schedules. Traditional live classes may not accommodate all students availability and often lack engaging content tailored for gamers.
How it makes money
E-commerce model focused on selling individual courses or subscriptions for access to multiple classes.
Skills you need
Content creation and video editing Understanding of educational pedagogy Knowledge of popular video games and gaming culture
The market, and why this works now
The rise of platforms like Discord has created communities where gamers actively seek educational content, making self-paced video game courses appealing. A viable first-revenue move is to promote courses within relevant Discord servers focused on gaming education or parenting, where parents are already engaged. However, a significant risk is the reliance on video hosting platforms, which may impose restrictions or fees that affect profit margins, especially as course demand fluctuates.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Miss Devon's Video Game Universe
Founded by Devin Ricks, this business operates on the OutSchool platform, where she teaches kids aged 5-18 through engaging video game classes. Initially offering creative writing, Devon pivoted to video game education, creating classes around popular games like Zelda and Pokémon, which allowed her to connect with and teach kids in a safe online space.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 611: The 6-Figure Video Game Mom
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.