Best Ad Networks for a Gaming Website?

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AdSense is fine if you’re clean, but CPMs for gaming can be low. Networks like Adsterra or Propeller are often used in this niche.
 
Test native ads like MGID or Revcontent. They sometimes convert better for gaming-related audiences, especially if you push game offers or downloads.
 
Direct deals with smaller game studios or affiliate offers pay better than generic ad networks. Gaming traffic loves downloads, cheats, mods, etc
 
If your audience is big enough, try a mix: one banner network + one native ads network. Splitting monetization usually boosts RPM.
 
ExoClick is a solid one for gaming sites. They’re pretty flexible with the types of ads and can help you monetize traffic well.
 
JuicyAds has a strong reputation in the adult and gaming space. Their popunders and display ads work well for engaging users.
 
Adsterra is another good option. They have decent targeting options and higher payouts for gaming content.
 
PropellerAds is worth checking out too. They offer display ads, push notifications, and popups, which can do well with gaming audiences.
 
If you’re doing a lot of mobile traffic, Tapjoy could be a good fit. They specialize in rewarded ads that work great in the gaming niche.
 
For in-game ads, you might want to look into Chartboost or AdMob, both are excellent for mobile game monetization.
 
If you’re targeting a younger gaming crowd, consider ad networks like Bidvertiser that offer more niche ad options.
 
don’t forget about direct deals with game developers or sponsors. Sometimes you can negotiate better rates by going straight to the source, especially if your site has a dedicated audience.
 
for gaming sites i have seen networks like media.net, propellerads and playwire often do better than regular adsense. formats like native or interstitial ads usually perform well with gamer traffic too
 
Adsterra has improved?

why are users here recommending? I used their banner and native ads last year.

Earnings are good, but users get automatically redirected even when not using any other ad format.

I had many of my users reporting my site spread malware and one person even commented he had to buy a new phone after browsing my site
 
I manage a small gaming website and am exploring the best monetization options. AdSense is on the table, but I’ve heard alternative networks can yield better results for gaming audiences. Any recommendations?
 
You could also consider JuicyAds—they offer popunder and display options that can perform well depending on your site’s audience. Testing different networks is usually the best approach.
 
For gaming sites, I’ve had better luck branching out beyond AdSense. Networks like Media.net and Ezoic work well for niche traffic, especially if you have decent volume. AdThrive is also solid, but they usually require higher traffic to get approved. Media.net tends to offer better rates for gaming content since they partner with Yahoo and Bing, and their ads are often more targeted. Ezoic is great because it uses AI to optimize ad placements and can increase RPMs, even if you’re not seeing massive traffic yet. I’d recommend experimenting with these and keeping an eye on which ones give you the best return without compromising user experience.
 
I think AdMaven is a good option that could give you good results for what you're looking for. It's a platform with many specific categories for gaming, and its inventory includes several formats ideal for monetizing this type of content, such as push notifications, content lockers, smart links, popunders, etc.
 
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