Playtest Like a Rockstar! How to Run a Playtest of Your Game that's Constructive & Fun for All

TitlePlaytest Like a Rockstar! How to Run a Playtest of Your Game that's Constructive & Fun for All
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Game CodeWKS26ND329660
Start DateThursday July 30, 2026 - 2:00 pm
End DateThursday July 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Cost$0
Tickets Available50/50
Short DescriptionThis workshop will teach you how to find your playtesting community, run a smooth playtest, and get the most out of playtester feedback. This practical guide will be followed by a playtest session.
Long Description'Playtest like a Rockstar!' Will teach you how to do just that. We'll begin by going over how to run a fun and constructive playtest in any environment. This guide on finding your playtesting community, how to make sure your playthroughs run smoothly, and how to get the most out of playtester feedback, is informed by over a decade of experience from the CUDO Plays Boardgame Design Competition, Gen Con's First Exposure Playtest Hall and more! You'll have the opportunity to apply what you learned immediately, as this practical guide will be followed by a playtest session for the game you're developing as a part of the Gen Con Game Design Academy or any design you've brought to playtest.
Event TypeWKS - Workshop
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Minimum Players1
Maximum Players50
Age RequiredMature (18+)
Experience RequiredNone (You've never played before - rules will be taught)
LocationJW
RoomWhite River Ballroom B
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Web Addressgencon.com/gen-con-indy/game-design-academy
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