The Coalition - Vancouver, BC
Gears of War: Ultimate Edition
Platforms: Xbox One, Windows 10
Playtest QA*
November 2014 - November 2015
Coordinate a studio of 200+ into daily 10-person multiplayer sessions to playtest maps, modes and additional gameplay content
Conduct user research surveys, collecting user score on varying gameplay criteria and anonymous critical feedback to help inform design decisions
Participate in roundtable discussions with Production and Design to examine map readability, gameplay flow, and new game mode viability
Maintain and troubleshoot all testing software and hardware in addition to collaborating with the Tech & Tools team to develop internal QA support tools
*Role and responsibilities pertained to both Gears of War Ultimate Edition and Gears of War 4, as the titles were being developed in tandem.