Career Exploration

Being A Game Tester

As I explored about being a game tester, I learned that it comes with a lot of challenges and responsibilities. And you have to make sure that you are up for the job. Period.

What does a Game Tester do?

Well, it might seem simple, but a game tester... tests out games! Yes they play video games from different platforms before they're actually published to the public.

The top game tester can make millions, but also it takes a lot of hard sweat and work for that to happen. So you have to make sure you get the job done right.

Game Tester's Responsibilities

How do I become a game tester?

There are many different paths to becoming a game tester. It depends how much money that you have. If you happen to have a lot of money, you can start by buying a console or a pc system. You can start a youtube or twitch stream and play video games to start by having supporters. Then you could try reaching out to game platforms like Nintendo or Sony, basically places that make games.

If you're not rich, you need to begin by saving up so you can have a console. Then work your way up to more and more games to play so that not only will you have experience but have the chance to show others a great game.

Regardless of whether you have to earn your way up the ranks, or can take a shortcut with money, game testers need to poseess the following traits:

Should You Become a Game Tester?

Based on my opinion, I will say you could do anything you put your mind to. If you love video games and see it as a passion, go ahead and become a game tester!