Skills and knowledge of game tester

To become a computer games tester you will need:

• excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• a passion for playing computer games and an ability to play at high levels
• good written and spoken communication skills
• an understanding of quality assurance processes
• the ability to work well as part of a team
• a tactful manner
• good negotiation skills
• the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• patience and persistence, for repetitive work
• a methodical and disciplined approach
• excellent attention to detail
• a good knowledge of the games market
• a willingness to work flexibly
• good office computer skills.

Foreign language skills are also useful for testing games aimed at overseas markets.

Coordinated with programmers and producers of game.
Performed tests on all new games throughout the development cycle of game.
Identified all errors in game application and made necessary changes to resolve issues.
Managed all programs and conducted trial runs of applications and ensured that results were according to client requirement.
Documented all program development procedures and changes made into same.
Maintained various programs on a regular basis such as storing and retrieving data.
Managed and tracked inventory of products and controlled all equipments.