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Tips on being accepted for a game? D&D5E

Hey so I’ve been looking to join a game for a week now with no luck?! Do I really have to apply weeks in advanced?  There doesn’t seem to be any games where I can just join in, there’s a lot of applications.  I have been applying with no response.  I’m not sure what I am doing wrong, I just want to play! :’D Any help would be great as I am new to Roll20, I thought it would be more accessible than it has been.
I'm right there with you, except the opposite. I'm trying to GM a Risus game and I can't get any players at all. I'm starting to just think people are picky and if they can't exactly what they want out of a game, they won't compromise and try it anyway. :-\
The biggest trick is to be fast, applying for games using the join game option is relatively simple when you only look for games with the 'new' banner above. As for getting accepted, that's up to you and the GM but it pays to be fast.
Getting accepted to a game is an art.  First, though, if you are looking for a pick-up or walk-in game, those will be listed at the top of the game finder a couple of hours before they start.  Most of the non pick-up games start looking for players a week or more in advance  For actual longer term games or campaigns, you will need a bit of patience.  One, it takes a little while to learn what GMs are looking for.  Two, for D&D5E especially, there are typically way more applicants than spots available.  Very few GMs accept players on a first-come, first-served basis.  They are looking for good, compatible players who will stick around and not flake after a few sessions.   Some tips: 1.  Read the game advertisement thoroughly. When you submit an application, make sure you address any requirements the GM wants.  If there's an application form they want used, use it and answer all the questions. 2.  When you apply remember that you are primarily selling yourself as a player.   Yes, your character concept is important but virtually all GMs are evaluating potential players on personal factors primarily.  Character concepts can change based on other players accepted, etc. but if you're an asshole that's hard to fix.  :-) 3.  Look at the other players' applications.  Look especially at those of any other players who have already been accepted.  This will give you some insight into what that GM is looking for in an application. 4.  Keep trying. Don't be afraid to apply for multiple games at a time.  You will rarely hear from a GM if you don't make the cut so don't take it personally.  Some games wind up with 60+ apps for 4 slots. They don't have the time to send everyone a message saying you didn't make it.
I won't claim to speak for other GMs, but I for one care far less about the character concept than what I see on the player's profile. What I mean is, I'll click on the player's name and see what info has been added to the bio. I'm looking to get a sense of who a player is. Just a little something about the person I may end up playing with. If there's nothing there, or nothing that gives me a small glimpse into who this person is, I typically move on. But I should stress, that's just me. Other GMs will obviously have their own criteria. I'll also take a few moments to check out any previous posts the player has made. I'm not looking for any particular info so much as any red flags. If I see previous posts where a potential player posts some kind of rant, or a response to someone else that's insulting or otherwise unpleasant, I take that as a sign of things to come and dismiss said player. Now, I doubt that these are things that affect you in this case, so the rest comes down to luck, perseverance, and timing. The simple fact of the matter is this: on Roll20 there are far, FAR more players than GMs. For 5e in particular. The trick is not to give up. I would also submit the following; it always strikes me as a bit odd that people look for and expect to join a long term campaign right off the cuff. I'm of the opinion that it's a bit nuts to expect a group of random people who meet on the internet to magically create a successful long term game. I would suggest that you try to join any one shots you can as well. And if possible, consider joining games other than D&D as well. The goal is to meet as many GMs and players as possible and see who you gel with. Over time, you'll find people who you have fun gaming with and you will naturally start to create an increasingly more regular group as you discover one another and find that you play well together. Just my two cents. Good luck and happy gaming.   
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