Project Description

Lead your Viking clan onto unknown shores and carve out a future for your people in the fjords of Frozenheim. Gather resources, expand, and watch your settlement grow to a bustling town that will withstand the harshness of winter and wrath of other clans.

Objective 1:

Perfecting Gameplay on Randomly Generated Maps

  • Overview

The client included randomly generated maps in multiplayer as one of several features designed to keep each match feeling fresh and varied. However, some players reported inconsistent map quality and frustrating gameplay moments.

  • The Challenge

Random generation is a powerful feature, but it can introduce unforeseen issues, such as inaccessible areas, unbalanced encounters, or broken progression. These problems risked undermining player enjoyment and replay value, which were core pillars of the game’s design.

  • Our Solution

We assigned our QA team to an intensive testing cycle, playing a vast number of sessions across different randomly generated maps. Our testers documented problem areas, edge cases, and scenarios where map logic broke gameplay flow. We provided structured reports and examples to help the developers pinpoint and resolve systemic generation issues.

  • The Result

With our insights, the development team dramatically improved map generation logic, ensuring that each map offered balanced, engaging, and accessible gameplay. The player experience became more consistent and satisfying, boosting the game’s reputation and replayability.

Objective 2:

Stabilizing Multiplayer for Seamless Online Play

  • Overview

The client was facing challenges with multiplayer stability and wanted to ensure smooth online battles, and reliable connections for a competitive player base.

  • The Challenge

Players were encountering lag, disconnects, and crashes during multiplayer sessions. Preliminary investigations suggested that the number of active units on the map might be overwhelming the game’s network performance, but the exact causes remained unclear.

  • Our Solution

Our QA team collaborated closely with the developers to design and execute rigorous stress tests. We simulated diverse multiplayer scenarios, systematically increasing unit counts and complex in-game interactions to replicate real-world player behavior. Detailed logs and analysis highlighted the causes of instability.

  • The Result

Armed with clear data, the developers optimized the game’s network handling and resource management. Multiplayer sessions became significantly more stable, enabling the game to deliver a seamless online experience and meet the expectations of competitive players.

Objective 3:

Supporting a Game-Changing Update with Comprehensive QA

  • Overview

The client was preparing to release a major update that would fundamentally alter game mechanics, balance, and player strategies. The stakes were high for both the player community and the client’s reputation.

  • The Challenge

Large-scale updates often introduce unforeseen bugs and balance issues that can disrupt gameplay and alienate dedicated players. The developer needed thorough testing to ensure a smooth release and protect their relationship with the community.

  • Our Solution

We dedicated our QA team to exhaustive testing of the update’s new content and mechanics. Beyond bug hunting, we contributed extensive feedback on gameplay balance, user experience, and potential design improvements. Our insights helped the developers refine the update before release.

  • The Result

The game’s major update launched smoothly, bug-free, and with well-tuned balance adjustments. Players responded positively, praising both the new content and the game’s continued stability. The studio retained player trust and reinforced its reputation for quality and responsiveness.

Objective 4:

Elevating French Localization to Match Global Standards

  • Overview

The client sought to ensure that their French localization met the same high quality as their other language versions. However, inconsistencies and translation errors were affecting the game’s reception among French-speaking players.

  • The Challenge

Players noticed translation mistakes, awkward phrasing, and terminology inconsistencies that broke immersion and detracted from the gaming experience. This posed a risk to the game’s reputation in French-speaking markets.

  • Our Solution

We assigned our internal native French speaker, experienced in gaming localization, to conduct a thorough review of the entire game’s French contents. Every error and awkward translation was corrected to ensure clarity, cultural relevance, and consistency across the game’s narrative, UI, and dialogue.

  • The Result

Following our intervention, the French localization matched the quality of other supported languages, delivering a cohesive and immersive experience. Player feedback improved significantly, helping the client strengthen their brand presence and player engagement in French-speaking regions.