Can I play games and earn money?

I've been hearing a lot about people making money through playing games and investing in cryptocurrencies. It sounds like a dream come true to me! I love playing games, and if I could turn my hobby into a source of income, that would be amazing. But I'm also a bit skeptical. Is it really possible to make money by playing games? And if it is, how does it work? Is it risky? Do I need to invest a lot of money to get started? I'm really curious about this whole thing, and I'd love to hear your thoughts on it. Maybe you could give me some tips or advice on how to get started if it's something worth pursuing. Thanks!