Playtester - General Application

TransPerfect is a leading provider of bespoke and flexible videogame services, offering a wide range of solutions including translation, functional and localization game testing, certification testing, focus group and playtesting, player support and community management, cybersecurity and penetration testing, tool development, art design, game writing, GDPR consultancy, and voice-over recording. With over 1000 well-known global games developers and publishers as our clients, we are committed to staying at the forefront of technology, immersing ourselves in global gaming culture and trends, and hiring the most qualified and dynamic talent in the industry.

We take pride in our flexibility and dedication to providing comprehensive services to ensure our clients' games receive thorough care from conception to release and beyond. With offices located around the world, we have positioned ourselves to develop an in-depth understanding of every facet of gaming culture. At the same time, we are passionate gamers ourselves, with a love for the industry that fuels everything we do. This gives us the crucial knowledge needed to bring games to wider audiences worldwide.

If you're passionate about the gaming industry and want to join a dynamic team of professionals, we would like to hear from you!

Playtester, Gaming

Freelance, remote

Overview

The Playtester is responsible for playtesting video games in different stages of the development process, from Beta to post-launch, to evaluate different aspects of the game to provide meaningful information to the development team. In this role, you will work as part of a playtesting team to give detailed feedback by following instructions which will dictate the features or areas to test. You will also be required to fill out any necessary documentation, such as progress trackers, surveys, etc.

The Playtester will report to the Playtest Coordinator.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in playtests to evaluate video games and provide feedback on the game's gameplay, graphics, sound, and other aspects, as well as the overall player experience.
• Working as part of a team by communicating and sharing knowledge via the provided chat channels.
• Following and completing checklists, documents, and surveys as required.
• Completing all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned under the project.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• Passionate about the gaming industry, with a strong understanding of video game mechanics and design.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, to provide clear and concise feedback.
• Able to follow instructions, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Motivated to learn new skills while working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours if needed.

Essential

• Own a Gaming PC that can run any current games at least on low settings:
  • Processor: Intel i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 (or equivalent)
  • RAM: 8GB>
  • GPU: 2GB> VRAM
• A headset with microphone.
• A Discord account.

Desired

• Previous experience in playtesting, or a background in Quality Assurance or game development.
• Familiarity with bug tracking software and other tools commonly used in game development.
• Advanced knowledge of analytics and data management.
• Own at least one of the following gaming consoles: PlayStation 5 , Xbox Series X|S , PlayStation 4 , Xbox One , Nintendo Switch

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A degree in computer science, game design, or a related field is a plus, but not required.