iXie gaming

MAY 3, 2024

Exploratory testing helps uncover the sneaky bugs that may slip through a more structured testing approach. During an exploratory session, you may encounter a bug that causes your game to crash. Also, they identify any bugs or glitches that may affect the player experience. Testers ensure that all features work as intended.

Communications 52

Communications Bug Games Localization 52

PreMortem.Games

MARCH 30, 2023

We had three very different games that we spent around two weeks on each, developing them up to a point where we could playtest them with other people”, says Mason. It was all very complicated, and not something that would be easy to communicate clearly.” Our first playtester hit the first target after approximately 0.5

Playtesting 104

Playtesting Prototyping Mechanics Games 104

PreMortem.Games

MARCH 20, 2023

We had three very different games that we spent around two weeks on each, developing them up to a point where we could playtest them with other people”, says Mason. It was all very complicated, and not something that would be easy to communicate clearly.” Our first playtester hit the first target after approximately 0.5

Playtesting 104

Playtesting Prototyping Mechanics Games 104

PreMortem.Games

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

And even as developers, when you see something behave oddly in-game it’s not guaranteed to be a bug. Working closely with the community in various playtests over the years and even right now in the lead up to launch gives you a very solid idea of where your game is failing to communicate important concepts.

Studios 143

Studios Concepts Playtesting Development 143

Big Games

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Play testers explore the game, checking for bugs, rendering issues, and exploitable features. After months of bug fixing and polishing, the game is ready for distribution. Post-launch involves identifying and fixing minor bugs reported by players. Playtesters are vital in finding bugs, glitches, and potential issues.

Game Developer 52

Game Developer Game Development Development Bug 52

iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

Most gaming applications use data communications, so a security testing technique is extremely vital to ensure that games are adequately protected. This technique aims to locate the exact origin of a glitch or bug within the game build.

Console 52

Console Games Bug Game Developer 52

Brand Game Development

OCTOBER 23, 2017

I’ve split it into five sections for your convenience: How Ben, Sarah, and Will Got Started How Working in a Team Feels The Downsides of Teamwork Communication in a Team Advice for New Game Devs. Sarah: It was also in 2013 that we met Ben and were playtesters for his game Tower , which he launched on Kickstarter early in 2014.

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Prototyping Playtesting Games Game Design 130