Logic Simplified

AUGUST 14, 2023

One vital approach used during game development is playtesting. So, what is playtesting and how is it an essential part of game development? What is a playtest? A playtest is a method to see what works in terms of gameplay mechanics. Let’s find out. Here, the testers look out for the basic flaws in the game.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

I usually start with a location or concept from which I build a ‘mind map’. But the process doesn’t end there, and usually I keep discovering things that make me go back and forth and iterate, playtest, iterate, refine, playtest, iterate… I definitely recommend getting feedback from external playtesters at each step.” “I

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Dev Playtesting Art Games 160

Radiator Blog

MARCH 16, 2023

It shows the everyday work of medium-scale commercial game dev in unprecedented detail: the creative high of successful collaboration as well as the ugly prototypes, grueling bug fixes, and painful miscommunication. Honestly the concept doesn't make much sense to me, but anyway they pause everything to prepare for Amnesia Fortnight.

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Sirlin

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Within a couple days, I plan to post a big update to the Codex print-and-play version (for $25+ patrons) that has dozens of balance changes based on the last month of playtesting. We're also looking for a volunteer concept artist to help with our stages. I also posted an update to the Codex rulebooks today for patrons of any level.

Fantasy 52

Fantasy Fighting Balance Concepts 52

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.

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Game Developer Game Development Development Bug 52

iXie gaming

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Here’s a quick overview of the entire process of developing multiplayer games, from pre-production to post-release: Concept and Design  Like any other game, the journey of building a multiplayer game starts by creating the game concept. It helps address any performance issues, bugs, and glitches in the game.

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Keith Burgun

JANUARY 4, 2023

How does Bunny Wizard feel different to play than say, Omar Evans, the bug ninja? We’ve only playtested it about 5-6 times – each time it was a blast , despite the balance being all wonked up – so I don’t want to get too deep into the details right now. What sorts of things do you do, or not do? ” So!

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Mechanics Game Designer Game Design Playtesting 52