Going back to the last 2 years, what do you remember about COVID-19? Lockdowns, a broken economy, no human interaction… What else do you remember? Those familiar with the gaming world would certainly know that “Cyberpunk 2077” was launched. From its announcement till its eventual release, it was one of the most hyped-up projects in the gaming world. And then struck the imminent disappointment. It certainly grabbed everyone’s attention for all the reasons you wouldn’t want a premium franchise to associate with. From its despicable performance on consoles to some god-awful bugs in the PC version, it was a huge mess. As of writing, it still is a mess, and that speaks volumes and should present you with the idea about the topic I would like to discuss today. Video game testing is important, and today I would like to talk about a very efficient, cost-effective tool, video game testers can use and benefit from so that your next project doesn’t end up being a Cyberpunk 2077.
We will be talking about TestRail today, what it is and how indispensable it is in the video game testing community. Now the word “TestRail” might invoke all sorts of weird assumptions, but hold down your horses for a sec, cause let me clear this out. TestRail is described as a tool used for managing, testing, and maintaining the records of your Video game testing endeavors. Its key features marketed include its ability to easily track your progress and have them in order, and its web-based intuitive interface easily helps out in the navigation of the tool. It is also reasonably priced and should be the go-to tool for developers who require strong software capable of doing a myriad of testing things, easily.
Some key features of TestRail include its web-based setup, you can access TestRail pretty much from practically anywhere around the globe, making it perfect for people working remotely and especially a key feature in the current times. You could instantly work from any computer and get your results delivered to you in a matter of minutes, it’s that simple. TestRail is also versatile, it can be used for other various miscellaneous purposes and activities. You could use It to manage QA, manage bugs and data on other non-gaming-related software, etc. One of the core features of TestRail includes its modern, and user-friendly interface, which makes it very accessible and something you shouldn’t be banging your head to.
Every project is different, and each one needs a different approach to be properly resolved. Insert TestRail’s multi-testing method feature. Not only is it easy, but some popular testing methods like agile testing, automation testing, and manual testing, make your work easy. Objectives are key to any project. With a set objective, you can achieve your task in a short amount of time, preventing the loss of time and resources in the process. TestRail comes loaded with popular objectives like web testing, desktop testing, etc. You won’t be spending much time on your tests with this feature. TestRail’s effective error handling means that bugs can be fixed with no compromises to the overall product quality, which is good for a lot of video game testing.
TestRail’s other key feature which isn’t highlighted much is its integration with JIRA. Now, to those who don’t know what JIRA is, it’s software to manage work. It is also a bug tracker. TestRail and JIRA’s integration is quite important for Video game testers. Not only do they sync well with one another, but they both also complement each other quite superbly, creating a strong foundation for systematic video game testing. JIRA’s integration with TestRail allows it to synchronize the bugs from JIRA to TestRail and vice-versa, which is helpful and makes the entire work hassle-free. It also allows for deep traceability between various bug reports, test results, reports, etc. you can systematically assess various reports because of this sweet feature.
TestRail is also cost-effective, at just $370/yr for a TestRail server, it is effectively at a $1.01 per day cost, and you can’t be asking anything cheaper than that, in an industry where tools are getting expensive. The cost also allows small indie teams a rare chance to get their hands on quality resources, to benefit their projects. TestRail’s reasonable hardware requirements mean that your average computer can handle it. Hardware requirements play a huge role since incompetent hardware won’t be able to run the essential tools in the first place and even if it does, it won’t be able to handle the major tasks thrown at it. And finally, the regular improvisation updates, make TestRail one of the best testing tools in the market, updates mean that TestRail is always industry-ready.
Test Management is a tiring process, with all the test processes, management, and bug handling in it. TestRail is an answer to all of those worries, with its effective set of tools and features, it ensures that every bug in your video game gets rectified and that you don’t end up sharing the podium with Cyberpunk 2077. Ultimately, its key integration with JIRA is something not to be overlooked and thus makes it one of the must-haves and important tools in the video game industry.
