Freeform test session logs and qualitative observations by Kelina Cowell, Multiplatform QA Tester.
Showcase real-time testing sessions focused on discovery, intuition, and identifying unexpected issues through gameplay exploration.
| Category | Tools Used |
|---|---|
| Notes | Notion · Google Docs · Jira |
| Screen Recording | OBS · ShareX |
| Environment | PC · VR · Mobile builds |
Session ID: EXP-001
Duration: 45 minutes
Focus Area: Quest progression / environmental clipping
Findings:
- Player can climb unintended geometry near riverbank.
- NPC pathfinding breaks if quest restarted mid-dialogue.
- Visual pop-in on distant trees when camera rotates fast.
- Exploratory passes often reveal “edge cases” missed by scripted tests.
- Document session context (start build #, time, goal) to improve reproducibility.
- Quick screenshots or clips save minutes of re-testing.