There are different methods for game testing, and most methodologies are developed by individual video game developers and publishers. Methodologies are continuously refined and may differ for different types of games (for example, the methodology for testing an MMORPG will be different from testing a casual game). Many methods are borrowed directly from general software testing techniques. Outlined below are the most important methodologies for video games:
- Functionality testing: Most commonly associated with the phrase game testing, as it entails playing the game in some form. Functionality testing does not require extensive technical knowledge. Functionality testers look for general problems within the game itself or its User Interfaces, such as stability issues, game mechanic issues, and game asset integrity.
- Compliance testing: First-party licensors for...
