About project
Period: Jan – April 2024
Client: Gaming Studio
Subject: Performance Testing Use Case for a Gaming Studio
A leading gaming studio developing a highly anticipated multiplayer game.
Our Task Was
The gaming studio faced challenges with server crashes and latency spikes during peak player activity. They needed a robust performance testing strategy to ensure the game could handle millions of concurrent players during its launch.
Process
Testing Made Simple & the Client has collaborated together and went through the below process
- Requirement Gathering: Collaborated with the client to understand gameplay mechanics, expected traffic, and server architecture.
- Test Design: Created realistic load scenarios simulating player behaviors, including login spikes, in-game transactions, and real-time multiplayer interactions.
- Tool Setup: Utilized industry-leading tools like JMeter and LoadRunner to create and execute stress and load tests.
- Execution: Conducted performance testing in controlled environments, gradually increasing the number of simulated players to identify bottlenecks.
- Analysis and Optimization: Analyzed test data to pinpoint performance issues, such as slow database queries and inefficient server-side code. Provided actionable insights to the development team for optimization.
Result
Testing Made Simple has achieved the below
- Server Stability: Improved server capacity to handle over 2 million concurrent players without crashes.
- Reduced Latency: Optimized network communication, reducing average latency by 35%.
- Successful Launch: Game launch exceeded expectations, with seamless gameplay during peak activity.
Conclusion
Through our performance testing expertise, Testing Made Simple ensured a flawless launch for the gaming studio. Our tailored approach minimized risks and enhanced the gaming experience, setting a new benchmark for reliability in the industry.
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