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If you enjoy combining your passion for sports and games with a critical eye for quality, this could be your next move., * Have a genuine passion for sports and video games * Enjoy finding problems and helping solve them * Have a sharp eye for detail and quality * Like thinking from the perspective of the player or end user * Feel comfortable sharing feedback and improvement ideas * Can work independently while collaborating effectively with others * Take ownership of your work and maintain a structured approach * Are curious and proactive about improving products beyond simply reporting bugs Your Background You don't need to tick every box, but we're generally looking for: * Previous experience testing Unity games or applications * Good understanding of QA testing methodologies and processes * Strong knowledge of sports, including rules, terminology, and gameplay mechanics * Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking skills * Ability to create clear and concise bug reports with reproducible steps * Experience testing on Windows and/or mobile platforms * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Confidence providing constructive feedback to developers and stakeholders * Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively * Willingness to work on-site in our Alkmaar office Nice to Have (But Not Required) * Experience using the Unity Editor or Unity development workflows * Experience with version control tools such as Git or Plastic SCM * Familiarity with automated testing concepts * Knowledge of performance profiling and optimization * Experience testing multiplayer or online games * Understanding of live-service or sports game development * Experience testing sports simulation or arcade sports games * Knowledge of console certification requirements * Basic scripting or programming knowledge (C# is a plus) ## Description As a Game / Simulation Tester, you'll play an important role in ensuring our sports experiences meet the highest quality standards before they reach users. You'll work closely with developers, designers, product teams, and QA throughout the development cycle. Your mission is not only to identify issues, but also to help improve the overall player experience by providing thoughtful feedback and suggestions. One day you might be testing the latest gameplay mechanics in a new sports simulation. The next, you could be validating scoring logic, checking sports-specific rules, verifying bug fixes, or ensuring a new UI update feels intuitive and responsive. You'll spend time performing structured testing as well as exploratory testing, uncovering issues that automated tests alone might miss. 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