Announcement
The updated ISTQB® Certified Tester Game Testing (CT-GaMe) v2.0 certification replaces CT-GaMe v1.0 .
CT-GaMe v1.0 will be retired on 10 November 2027 for English and 10 May 2028 for non-English.
Certified Tester Game Testing (CT-GaMe) v2.0
Overview
The ISTQB® Game Testing certification focuses on the understanding and skills needed to perform and manage testing on all levels in video game projects. It covers the basic concepts of video game testing as well as how to determine risks and goals for gaming software. It includes conceptually designing, implementing and executing game software tests, approaches to video games testing (Testing of Game Mechanics, Sound, Graphics, AI and Physics, Localization and Game Controllers) and recognizing video games testing tools.
Audience
The Certified Tester Game Testing certification is aimed at professionals who have achieved in-depth testing experience and who would like to acquire specific competence for testing game software. It is also appropriate for junior testers who are just starting in the testing profession and who would like to know more about the tester’s role when developing game software. Experienced testers who need more understanding and knowledge about how to perform and manage testing on all levels in game projects will also find this certification beneficial. These professionals include people who are in roles such as testers, test analysts, test consultants, test managers, acceptance (UAT) testers, and other video game development roles.
This CT-GaMe certification may also be appropriate for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of software testing in the video gaming world, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors, and management consultants. Those involved in the development and production of high-performance hardware such as PCs, mobile and gaming consoles will also benefit from this certification.
To gain this certification, candidates must hold the Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate and have sufficient practical experience. Please contact an ISTQB® Member Board or Exam Provider to determine the specific practical experience criteria.
Content
ISTQB® Certified Tester – Game Testing (CT-GaMe)
The Specifics of Video Game Testing
Video Game Testing Basics
Typical Roles in a Video Game Development Team
Test Activities Throughout the Game Software Development Lifecycle
Testing Video Game Mechanics
Principles and Concepts of Video Game Mechanics
Video Game Mechanics Testing
Video Game Level Testing
Principles and Concepts of Level Design in Video Games
Test Types in Video Game Levels Testing
Executing Video Game Level Testing
Graphics Testing
Principles and Concepts of Video Game Graphics
Test Types in Video Game Graphics Testing
Executing Video Game Graphics Testing
Audio Testing
Principles and Concepts of Audio Content in Video Games
Test Types in Video Game Audio Testing
Executing Video Game Audio Testing
AI and Physics Testing
Principles and Concepts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Physics in Video Games
Executing AI and Video Game Physics Testing
Localization Testing
Principles and Concepts of Video Game Localization
Test Types in Localization Testing
Executing Localization Testing
Game Controllers Testing
Principles and Concepts of Video Game Controllers
Test Types in Game Controller Testing
Exam Structure
- No. of Questions: 40
- Passing Score: 26
- Total Points: 40
- Exam Length (mins): 60 (+25% Non-Native Language)
Business Outcomes
Individuals who hold the ISTQB® Certified Tester- Game Testing certification should be able to accomplish the following business outcomes:
- Describe basic concepts of video game testing.
- Determine video game risks, goals and requirements under the needs and expectations of stakeholders.
- Conceptually design, implement and execute basic video game tests.
- Know the test approaches to video game testing and their purpose.
- Recognize the tools supporting video game testing.
- Determine how test activities align with the software development lifecycle and reduce the cost of developing and publishing video games.
More Information
Training is available from Accredited Training Providers (classroom, virtual, and e-learning). We highly recommend attending accredited training as it ensures that an ISTQB® Member Board has assessed the materials for relevance and consistency against the syllabus.
Self-study, using the syllabus and recommended reading material, is also an option when preparing for the exam.
