Gameplay Testing CT-GAME Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11expert · hard

   A tester is evaluating a strategy game. The tester finds that a specific unit is too powerful, making the game unbalanced. The tester also finds a separate defect where the unit's special ability does not work as described in the tooltip. The tester has limited time to report these issues. How should the tester prioritize the reports?

   • AReport the balance issue first, since it affects the overall game experience for all players.
   • BReport the tooltip defect first, since it is a clear functional issue that can be easily reproduced and fixed.
   • CReport the balance issue as a feature request, since it is a design decision rather than a defect.
   • DReport both issues in a single report, since they are related to the same unit.
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2. 12application · medium

   A game designer wants to evaluate the balance of a new character class in a multiplayer shooter. The class has a high damage output but a low health pool. The designer wants to know if the class is too strong or too weak in practice. Which metric would be most useful for this evaluation?

   • AThe total number of matches played in the game.
   • BThe average frame rate of the game when the class uses its special ability.
   • CThe number of times the class is selected by players.
   • DThe average kill-to-death ratio (K/D) of players using the class.
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4. 13application · medium

   A development team is in the alpha phase of a game. The producer wants to test the game's core combat mechanics to ensure they are fun and balanced. The team has a small internal QA team and a limited budget. What is the most effective way to test the combat mechanics at this stage?

   • AHave the internal QA team play the combat scenarios and provide qualitative feedback.
   • BHire an external usability lab to conduct a formal study with a large sample size.
   • CSkip gameplay testing and focus on automated unit tests for the combat code.
   • DRelease the game to the public for a stress test to gather large-scale data.
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5. 14application · medium

   A tester is asked to verify that a new tutorial level teaches the player how to use the grappling hook. The tester has a checklist of steps that the player should follow. Which testing technique is most appropriate?

   • AUsability testing, to measure how long it takes a player to complete the tutorial.
   • BRegression testing, to ensure the tutorial does not break other features.
   • CExploratory testing, to see how players naturally interact with the tutorial.
   • DScenario-based testing, following the checklist to ensure each step works as intended.
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6. 15application · medium

   A tester is asked to evaluate the usability of a game's inventory system. The tester wants to know if players can easily find and use items. Which technique is most appropriate?

   • AUsability testing, with a moderator observing players as they perform specific tasks in the inventory.
   • BExploratory testing, to see how players naturally interact with the inventory.
   • CScenario-based testing, to follow a predefined path through the inventory.
   • DRegression testing, to ensure the inventory system still works after recent changes.
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