Editorial Standards
Our commitment to authentic journalism and editorial integrity
Our Editorial Mission
At TRU Gamer, we are committed to delivering accurate, fair, and engaging gaming journalism. Our editorial team upholds the highest standards of integrity, ensuring that every article, review, and piece of content we publish is authentic, well-researched, and serves the gaming community with honesty and transparency.
Core Editorial Principles
Accuracy
We verify all facts, quotes, and information before publication. Our writers and editors cross-reference sources and confirm details to ensure accuracy in every story.
Transparency
We clearly disclose our sources, methods, and any potential conflicts of interest. Our readers deserve to know how we gather and present information.
Independence
Our editorial decisions are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, and commercial interests. We maintain a clear separation between editorial content and advertising.
Fairness
We present multiple perspectives and give subjects of critical coverage an opportunity to respond. Our reviews and critiques are balanced and evidence-based.
Authentic Writing Standards
Every piece of content published on TRU Gamer is written by real journalists and gaming enthusiasts who are passionate about the industry.
Original Content
All articles are written by our editorial team or verified contributors. We do not use AI-generated content without clear disclosure and human oversight. Every piece reflects genuine human insight, experience, and expertise.
Source Verification
Our editors verify all sources, quotes, and claims before publication. We reach out to developers, publishers, and industry insiders to confirm information and provide context.
Editorial Review Process
Every article goes through a multi-stage editorial review process. Our editors check for accuracy, clarity, fairness, and adherence to our style guidelines before publication.
Fact-Checking
We fact-check all claims, statistics, and technical details. Our team cross-references information with official sources, press releases, and verified industry data.
Corrections & Updates
We take accuracy seriously and promptly correct any errors that come to our attention.
When we make a mistake, we correct it quickly and transparently. All corrections are clearly noted at the top or bottom of the article with the date and nature of the correction. Significant errors are acknowledged prominently.
We also update articles when new information becomes available, clearly marking updates with timestamps to maintain transparency with our readers.
Ethical Guidelines
Review Integrity
Our reviews are based on genuine gameplay experience and honest assessment. We do not accept payment for positive reviews or coverage. Review scores reflect the reviewer's authentic opinion.
Disclosure of Relationships
We disclose any personal or professional relationships that could be perceived as conflicts of interest. If a writer has a connection to a game developer or publisher, we note it in the article.
Sponsored Content
All sponsored content, native advertising, and paid partnerships are clearly labeled as such. Sponsored content is visually distinguished from editorial content and maintains our editorial standards.
Respect & Inclusivity
We are committed to respectful, inclusive coverage of the gaming community. We avoid stereotypes, discriminatory language, and content that marginalizes any group.
Editorial Feedback
We welcome feedback on our editorial standards and content. If you have concerns about accuracy, fairness, or ethical issues in our coverage, please contact our editorial team.
Editorial Team: editorial@trugamer.com
Corrections: corrections@trugamer.com
Last updated: January 2025