Unwinnable is a website and digital magazine, founded in 2010 to provide a different kind of cultural criticism. They are looking for stories about comics, movies, TV shows, tabletop games, music. According to their pitch guide, they pay up to $150 for stories (1,500 words), $15 to $25 for essays, and $15 for short stories (1000 words). To learn more, refer to their submission guidelines.