This article will give you some insight into the world of video game testing if you’re interested in pursuing a career in this field. This article will answer the questions most aspiring young game testers have and discuss the different games that are tested.
As a video game tester, you will test games that are developed by the company you work for. No matter what company you work for, you will be testing games that haven’t been released to the public and are nearing their final stages of development. It’s common to test games in different genres, so you should have some understanding of all kinds of video games (FPS, MMORPGs, RTS, RPGs, Racing, Sports, etc.).
Is it necessary to be an expert in a variety of types of video games?
The company that hires you will determine what type of video games you will test. Unfortunately, you cannot pick and choose which game you want to test. In addition, many video game tester jobs will involve testing computer games. It is because PC video games have many bugs and glitches. Although there are many companies that focus exclusively on console gaming systems, don’t worry about being a PC game tester. While PC gaming experience isn’t necessary, it wouldn’t hurt.
After you’ve finished testing a game, it’s yours to keep. Free video games are a great way to build a library. There is no doubt that these video games will not be technically “complete”, but that’s just a technicality. Free video games are still free video games. After completing the testing, you will receive the games via snail mail along with a “Glitch/Bug” report form. If you haven’t figured it out yet, this means you’ll be paid to play video games at home!
There is no doubt that video game testers have it made. The coolest, most technologically advanced video games are theirs to play, and they get paid for doing so. What more could a gamer ask for?