Same boat here. I was doing generic SEO gigs for years, but moving into iGaming changed everything — better pay, more stability, but way harder to break in. I ended up working with a team that specializes in this niche.
I’m talking about this agency https://igaming-seo.agency/ — they don’t just handle SEO; they know the right people and projects in the industry.
Since then, I’ve gotten steady work and even referrals for full-time contracts. It’s like once you're "in", things start clicking. But yeah, finding that entry point is a pain if you’re on your own.