The ISTQB® Game Testing certification focuses on the understanding and skills needed to perform and manage testing on all levels in game projects. It covers the basic concepts of video and 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 games testing (Game Testing Mechanics, Sound Testing, Graphics Testing and Localization) and recognizing games testing tools.

How do I obtain this ISTQB® certification?

To be certified you must pass the ISTQB® Certified Tester - Game Testing exam.

You can prepare for the exam by attending an training course which is available from Accredited ISTQB® Training Providers (classroom, virtual, and e-learning). Participants will have relevant content and topics clearly explained and taught to them.

Self-study, using the syllabus and recommended reading material, is also an option when preparing for the exam.

The exam is available on online proctored channels for anyone wishing to self-study. You can also test your knowledge without obligation and free of charge before taking the exam by ISTQB CT-GaMe online mock exam

What are the entry requirements?

To be able to participate in the ISTQB® CT-GaMe exam, candidates must have obtained the ISTQB® Certified Tester − Foundation Level certification and have sufficient practical experience. Attending a training with an accredited training provider is highly recommended but not mandatory.

How does this certification benefit me?

With the ISTQB® Certified Tester - Game Testing qualification you will be able to accomplish the following business outcomes:

• Describe basic concepts of video games and game software testing
• Determine risks, goals and game software requirements under the needs and expectations of stakeholders
• Conceptually design, implement and execute basic game software tests
• Know the approaches to game software testing and their purpose
• Recognize the tools supporting game testing
• Determine how testing activities align with the software development life cycle and reduce the cost of developing and publishing video games

Who is this certification for?

This certification is aimed at professionals who have achieved in-depth testing experience in traditional methods 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.

What other certifications can you recommend?

Holders of this certification may choose to proceed to other ISTQB® Core, Agile, or Specialist stream certifications.

ISTQB® Specialist Certifications:

• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Acceptance Testing (CT-AcT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - AI Testing (CT-AI)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Automotive Software Tester (CT-AuT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Gambling Industry Tester (CT-GT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Model-Based Testing (CT-MBT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Performance Testing (CT-PT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester (CT-SEC)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Test Automation Engineer (CT-TAE)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Usability Tester (CT-UT)

ISTQB® Agile Certifications:

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level – Agile Tester
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Agile Technical Tester (CTAL-ATT)
• ISTQB® Agile Test Leadership at Scale (CT-ATLaS)

ISTQB® Advanced Level:

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Analyst (CTAL-TA)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (CTAL-TM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Technical Test Analyst (CTAL-TTA)

ISTQB® Expert Level

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level - Assessing the Test Process (CTEL-ITP-ATP)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level - Implementing Test Process Improvements (CTEL-ITP-ITPI)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Strategic Test Management (CTEL-TM-SM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Operational Test Management (CTEL-TM-OTM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Managing the Test Team (CTEL-TM-MTT)

If you are seeking to extend your knowledge of** test automation**, we recommend:

• A4Q Certified Selenium 4 Tester Foundation
• A4Q Foundation Level Tester for Appium

If you need to be able to gather requirements then you could consider IREB® Certified Professional Requirements Engineer – Foundation Level CPRE-FL