Course Overview

The ISTQB Certified Tester – Game Testing (CT-GaMe) course is designed for professionals aiming to specialize in testing video games. This course delivers comprehensive knowledge of game testing techniques across both functional and non-functional domains. Participants will explore how to test game mechanics, audio, graphics, controllers, levels, and localization, as well as the unique challenges and quality demands of game development environments.

Key Learning Areas

• Introduction to Game Testing: Understand the purpose, challenges, and key principles of testing games versus playing them.

• Testing Game Mechanics: Test core, meta, client-side, server-side, and client-server interactions within the game environment.

• Graphics Testing: Evaluate visual elements for accuracy, performance, graphical integrity, and user experience.

• Sound Testing: Ensure the quality, balance, and clarity of audio elements including music, effects, and voiceovers.

• Game Level Testing: Validate game level designs, structure, difficulty balance, and user flow.

• Game Controller Testing: Assess the responsiveness, usability, and compatibility of game controllers across platforms.

• Localization Testing: Confirm that games are correctly adapted for target markets, including language, cultural norms, and regional requirements.

• Tool Usage: Apply appropriate testing tools and environments to support game validation and defect reporting.

Internationally Accredited Software Quality Assurance Training

SASTQB

SASTQB is the Southern African Software Testing Qualification Board.