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The Playtest Maturity Model – What Does Good Playtesting Look Like?
Find your current playtest maturity level in each of the six defined categories, and how to improve your impact.
Avoid the traps of concept testing
Concept testing is one of the hardest types of study to get right. When a prototype exists you have something playable you can start to get genuine player data about […]
Build your Games User Research Roadmap
Identify the most important times to run playtests in development of your game, to remove player experience issues.
Five essential playtests throughout development
Make the best use of your limited research time and budget by focusing on these five types of studies.
How to run a multi-seat playtest
Practical guidance on how to run multi-seat playtests – including when to run them, handling the logistics and tips on how to moderate and analyse your data.
How To Run A Games User Research Playtest
The comprehensive guide to planning and running professional quality playtests that inspire game development!
A simple set-up for recording mobile games playtests
A reliable set-up for recording mobile games user research studies and playtests, that fits into every budget.
When should I run playtests?
Learn what to test throughout production, to de-risk development and release the best possible version of your game.
Choose the right playtest method
A reliable method for picking the right playtest method, and getting data you can trust.
Run a playtest with your Discord community
The ultimate guide to running a playtest with your Discord community
How to run moderated playtests
Be ready for your first moderated playtest – and decide whether it’s the rigth method for you.
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