Masterclass Certificate Playtesting for Indie Developers
-- viewing nowThe Masterclass Certificate in Playtesting for Indie Developers is a comprehensive course that emphasizes the significance of playtesting in the game development process. This course is crucial in an industry where user experience can make or break a game's success.
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• Introduction to Playtesting: Understanding the fundamentals of playtesting, its importance in game development, and different types of playtesting. • Setting up a Playtest: Learn how to recruit playtesters, create a playtest plan, and prepare the game build for playtesting. • Conducting a Playtest Session: Techniques for moderating playtest sessions, observing player behavior, and collecting qualitative and quantitative data. • Analyzing Playtest Data: Analyzing and interpreting playtest data, identifying issues, and prioritizing fixes. • Usability Testing: Learn about usability testing, its importance in playtesting, and how to conduct usability tests. • Accessibility in Playtesting: Understanding the importance of accessibility in game development, and how to incorporate accessibility testing in playtesting. • Playtesting for Indie Developers: Unique challenges for indie developers and strategies to overcome them, including budget constraints and limited resources. • Iterative Design and Playtesting: Incorporating playtesting into the iterative design process, and understanding when and how often to playtest. • Communication and Collaboration: Tips for effective communication with the development team and stakeholders, and how to incorporate feedback from playtesting into the development process. • Best Practices and Ethics in Playtesting: Learn about best practices in playtesting, including ethical considerations, and how to maintain the integrity of the playtest process.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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