Gameplay Testing CT-GAME Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6application · medium

   A new tester joins a team that is in the middle of the development lifecycle. The tester is asked to help with gameplay testing. The tester is unfamiliar with the game's core mechanics. What is the most appropriate first step for the tester?

   • AAsk a developer to explain the codebase to understand how the mechanics are implemented.
   • BReview the game design document and any existing test documentation to understand the core mechanics and intended behavior.
   • CWrite new test cases based on personal experience with similar games.
   • DStart exploratory testing immediately to learn the game by playing it.
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2. 7foundation · easy

   Which gameplay testing technique is most appropriate for verifying that a specific player journey, such as completing a quest, works as intended?

   • AExploratory testing
   • BUsability testing
   • CScenario-based testing
   • DCompatibility testing
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4. 8application · medium

   A tester finds a defect where the player character can walk through a wall in a specific location. The tester wants to report this defect. Which of the following is the best way to describe the defect in the report?

   • AThe collision detection is broken in the game.
   • BPlayer can walk through the wall at the north side of the castle, near the fountain, by pressing forward and jumping at the same time.
   • CThe game has a collision bug that needs to be fixed.
   • DI think the wall is not solid enough.
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5. 9foundation · easy

   Which gameplay testing technique involves testers freely exploring the game without predefined test cases to discover unexpected issues?

   • AExploratory testing
   • BRegression testing
   • CUsability testing
   • DScenario-based testing
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6. 10expert · hard

   A studio is developing a competitive multiplayer game. During alpha, the team discovers that a specific character is significantly overpowered, leading to a 'meta' where most players choose that character. The producer wants to fix this before beta. The team has limited resources and must decide between a quick balance patch and a more thorough rework of the character's abilities. What is the most important factor in this decision?

   • AThe feedback from the alpha testers, who are the primary audience for the game.
   • BThe preference of the game designer, who has a vision for the character.
   • CThe potential impact of the change on the game's balance and the risk of introducing new issues.
   • DThe cost of the rework versus the cost of the patch, as the team has a limited budget.
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