Free Recommend a Resource Templates for Gaming Groups

Tired of seeing the same old conversations in your gaming community? Sharing valuable resources can spark new discussions and help everyone level up. These ready-to-use templates make it easy for members to recommend their favorite guides, videos, or tools and explain why they matter.

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Why This Works

Inviting members to recommend resources taps into the collective knowledge and enthusiasm of your gaming community. When people share tools or guides that have genuinely helped them, others are more likely to trust and try those resources, building a culture of support and learning.

This approach not only encourages engagement but also brings practical value to members of all experience levels. It gives lurkers and less active users a casual way to participate, while top contributors can showcase their expertise. Over time, resource-sharing helps create a helpful, collaborative environment that keeps gamers coming back.

42 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Share your favorite gaming guide and tell us how it helped you.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I used this Destiny 2 raid guide and finally cleared it. What guides helped you?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #guide #sharing #personal
2

Found a video that improved your gameplay? Drop the link and why you recommend it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This aiming tutorial changed my skills. Check it out!"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #video #learning #engagement
3

What tool or app do you use to track your gaming stats?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use Tracker.gg for Apex stats."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #tools #question
4

Recommend a podcast or stream that keeps you up to date with gaming news.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I love listening to The Game Informer Show on my commute."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #news #podcast #stream
5

Is there a wiki or database you rely on for your favorite game?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I always use the Terraria wiki."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #wiki #database
6

Share a YouTube channel that every gamer here should know about.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Game Maker's Toolkit has great breakdowns."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #YouTube #channel #recommendation
7

What Discord bots or server tools do you use to enhance your gaming experience?

πŸ’‘ Example: "MEE6 helps keep our server organized."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #Discord #tools
8

Have a favorite walkthrough or tutorial? Share the link and what you learned.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This Sekiro boss guide taught me the right timing."

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #walkthrough #tutorial
9

Post a link to a mod or custom content you love and why others should try it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "SkyUI for Skyrim makes the menus so much better."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #mod #custom content
10

What resource helped you master a tough boss or level?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I watched a speedrun to beat Ornstein and Smough."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #challenge #boss #learning
11

Recommend a forum or subreddit for deep dives into your favorite games.

πŸ’‘ Example: "r/truegaming has amazing discussions."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #forum #subreddit
12

What website do you visit for patch notes or game updates?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I check the Valorant official blog weekly."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #patch notes #updates
13

Share an infographic or cheat sheet that makes gaming easier.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This item fusion chart for Persona 5 is super handy."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #infographic #cheat sheet
14

Know a great LFG (Looking For Group) platform? Tell us how you use it.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use GamerLink to find teammates for Destiny."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #LFG #platform #connection
15

Have a favorite speedrunning resource? Share it here.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Speedrun.com is my go-to for leaderboards."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #speedrunning #resource
16

Drop a link to a performance optimization guide you recommend.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This graphics settings guide helped me get more FPS."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #optimization #guide
17

What fan site or community keeps you inspired? Share the link.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Metroid Database is a great hub for fans."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #fan site #community
18

Share a resource that helped you get started as a new player.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This beginner's guide to Minecraft was a lifesaver."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #newbie #getting started
19

What review site do you trust before picking up a new game?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I always check Metacritic before buying."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #review #decision
20

Have you found a community calendar for gaming tournaments? Share it here.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Smash.gg lists upcoming tournaments."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #tournament #calendar
21

Which resource helped you improve your team communication?

πŸ’‘ Example: "This Overwatch callout map was super useful."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #communication #teamplay
22

Share a resource you use to stay safe online while gaming.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I recommend this cybersecurity guide for gamers."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #safety #online
23

What resource helps you find game deals or discounts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use IsThereAnyDeal to track prices."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #deals #shopping
24

Have a favorite esports analysis or highlight channel? Link it below.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I watch Score Esports for highlight reels."

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #esports #analysis #video
25

What resource helped you connect with new friends in-game?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I joined a Facebook group for Animal Crossing."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #social #friendship
26

Share a resource for tracking game releases or patch schedules.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use GameInformer release calendar."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #release #tracker
27

Found a great accessibility resource for gamers? Share it here.

πŸ’‘ Example: "Can I Play That has awesome accessibility reviews."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #accessibility #inclusive
28

What resource do you use for game lore or backstory?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I read the Dark Souls lore subreddit."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #lore #story
29

Share a resource that helps you organize your game library.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use GOG Galaxy to manage all my games."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #organization #library
30

What parental control or family-friendly gaming resources do you recommend?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Common Sense Media has great tips."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #family #safety
31

Post your go-to resource for game design inspiration.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I follow Gamasutra for industry insights."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #design #inspiration
32

Which community-run resource do you find most trustworthy?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I trust the PoE community wiki."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #community #trust
33

Have you used a resource for in-game economy tips? Share your favorite.

πŸ’‘ Example: "This WoW gold guide was super helpful."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #economy #tips
34

Share a resource for learning about game development or coding.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I started learning with Unity Learn platform."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #development #learning
35

What resource do you use for controller or hardware reviews?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I read reviews on TechRadar."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #hardware #review
36

Share a resource that keeps you motivated during tough grinds.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I watch motivational speedrunner streams."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #motivation #grind
37

Have a resource for finding or creating game art? Share the link.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I use ArtStation for inspiration."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #art #creation
38

What resource do you use to check server status or outages?

πŸ’‘ Example: "DownDetector is my go-to for server issues."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #server #status
39

Share a fan translation or localization resource you find helpful.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I used Romhacking.net for fan translations."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #translation #localization
40

Post a resource for finding or joining online gaming events.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I check Eventbrite for virtual gaming meetups."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #events #online
41

What resource do you suggest for learning about accessibility mods?

πŸ’‘ Example: "I recommend the Accessible Games subreddit."

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #accessibility #modding
42

Share a daily tip or news source that keeps you informed about gaming trends.

πŸ’‘ Example: "I subscribe to Polygon's daily newsletter."

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #news #trends

How to Use These Templates

Start by posting one of these templates in your community to prompt members to share their favorite articles, videos, or tools. Encourage them to include a link or describe how the resource improved their gameplay. You can pin a resource-sharing thread, set a specific resource day, or integrate these prompts into your regular content calendar. Consider following up with highlights or summaries to showcase top recommendations.

Best Practices

  • Always ask members to explain why they recommend a resource
  • Encourage a mix of resource types, from guides to videos to tools
  • Regularly summarize or highlight top community recommendations
  • Prompt follow-up discussions on how shared resources helped
  • Respect copyright and encourage sharing official or safe links

All Platforms Tips

For all platforms, ensure resource links are accessible and safe for your community. Use clear calls to action, pin popular resource threads, and encourage participation through reactions or comments. Adapt the template language to fit your platform's vibe and rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I tailor 'Recommend a Resource' templates for different gaming genres like RPGs, MOBAs, or FPS titles?

Each gaming genre attracts players with unique interests and needs. For RPG communities, ask members to recommend lore databases, build planners, or quest guides. In MOBA or FPS groups, focus on tactic breakdowns, pro-player streams, or meta-analysis sites. Use genre-specific terminology and categories in your templates to prompt targeted, relevant suggestions.

What's the best way to handle resource recommendations that involve unofficial mods or third-party tools?

When users recommend unofficial mods or tools, ensure your template includes a disclaimer prompt about safety and compliance with the game's Terms of Service. Encourage clear labeling of official vs. fan-made resources and remind members to verify trustworthiness before downloading. This approach fosters a safe environment while supporting the modding culture prevalent in many gaming communities.

How do I encourage members to recommend resources for both solo players and group/clan-based gamers?

Customize your templates to prompt for both playstyles by including separate fields or tags (e.g., 'Best solo quest guides' vs. 'Top clan coordination tools'). Highlight the difference in needsβ€”for example, solo achievement trackers versus group raid scheduling appsβ€”to ensure recommendations serve the entire community.

Should I create separate 'Recommend a Resource' threads for PC, console, and mobile gamers?

Platform fragmentation is a common challenge in gaming. Use template options to either tag resources by platform or create separate threads for PC, console, and mobile. This prevents confusion and ensures that recommended resources (like voice chat apps, stat trackers, or controller mappings) are relevant to each audience.

How can I prevent spam or low-effort recommendations, such as affiliate links or irrelevant content?

In your template, require users to explain why they're recommending a resource and how it benefits the community (e.g., 'Describe your experience using this guide' or 'What specific aspect of gameplay did this tool improve?'). Add a note prohibiting affiliate links and off-topic content, and encourage peer moderation through upvotes or reporting mechanisms.

What’s the best way to archive or highlight the most useful recommended resources for new and veteran players?

Incorporate a section in your template for members to nominate outstanding resources for a sticky post or shared document (like a community wiki or Google Doc). Rotate or refresh these highlighted recommendations based on game updates, major patches, or seasonal events to keep the curated list relevant for both new recruits and seasoned players.

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