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Game QA Testing

Break games professionally. Learn functionality, regression, compliance, and destructive testing methodologies for the game industry.

Game Testing is rigorous engineering work. This course covers the specialized lifecycle of Game QA. You will learn to write detailed bug reports with reproduction steps, verify fixes, and perform Regression testing. We cover Compliance testing (TRC/TCR) for consoles, destructive testing to find edge cases, and using debug tools/cheats. Learn the difference between Black Box and White Box testing in a game engine context.

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⏱️ 5-Minute Lessons (Bite-sized learning)
🚀 21-Lesson Path (Independent modules)
📱 Mobile Friendly (Learn anywhere)
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Complete Course Syllabus

  • 1
    The QA Lifecycle
    Alpha, Beta, Gold Master, and Day 1 Patches.
  • 2
    Bug Reporting
    Writing clear Steps to Reproduce (STR).
  • 3
    Testing Types
    Functional, Soak, destructive, and compliance.
  • 4
    Console Cert
    TRC/TCR requirements for PlayStation/Xbox.
  • 5
    Tools of Trade
    Using Dev Kits and debug menus.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary
$50k - $80k

Career Paths

Game QA Tester $45k-$75k
QA Lead (Gaming) $70k-$100k
Producer $80k-$120k

What You Will Learn

Write professional bug reports with logs and repro steps
Perform functional and regression testing on game builds
Execute Compliance testing for console certification (Sony/Microsoft)
Utilize debug tools and cheats to test efficiently
Collaborate with developers using Jira and bug trackers

Skills You Will Gain

Game Testing Bug Reporting Jira Regression Testing Console Compliance

Who Is This For

Aspiring Game Testers
QA Analysts
Beta Testers

Prerequisites

Gaming Knowledge
Attention to Detail

Game QA Testing FAQs

Just playing?

No, it's repetitive, methodical breaking of code.

Low pay?

Entry level is low, but leads/engineers earn well.

Remote?

Harder due to hardware security (Dev Kits).

Career path?

Often leads to Design, Production, or Engineering.

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