Archive for January, 2008

What Are Game Companies Looking For When They Are Hiring?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive.  I figured it was time to cover this topic.

Entry Level Testing Job Available Today

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

Although this job was posted back in April of 2007, it has just gone live as of yesterday.  So you still have a great chance at securing a position as a video game tester for cell phone games.  This may not be your dream job, but it pays pretty well and allows you the opportunity to get your foot in the door.

A Great Testing Job Starts With A Great Resume

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

I’ve been getting a lot of emails lately asking for advice on resumes.  There is no doubt in my mind that a great job starts with a great resume.

My Word Coach, Sweeten Up Your Vocabulary

Monday, January 28th, 2008

Within just 20 minutes per day, the new Nintendo Game “My Word Coach” can help you increase your vocabulary.

Test Games for Insomniac Games

Friday, January 25th, 2008

Founded in 1994, Insomniac Games is a game developer located in Burbank CA.  They have developed hits for Playstation, PS2 and PS3.  They are the company behind Resistance: Fall of Man.

Video Game Testers-How Do I Become One?

Thursday, January 24th, 2008

I have written many many times on this subject, but with the overwhelming requests I get I felt it necessary to once again visit this subject.

Play an EA Game Online for Free

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008

Electronic Arts has announced that it will distribute a new version of Battlefield online for free.

Like Saints Row, Work for The Company Who Created It

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Volition Inc. is now hiring an Assistant QA Supervisor.

How Do I Get Into Video Game Design?

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

I am hoping to do another interview sometime soon with an exec of a game company to discuss video game design and how one can get into that field.  In the meantime, I thought I would share my thoughts on the process.

Develop Games for Matrix Games

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

Located in Staten Island NY, this game publisher was established back in 2001 and has been running strong for over 6 years now.