r/playtesters

Looking for feedback on my game demo

Looking for feedback on my game demo

I'm a solo dev, been working on a space game for 4 months. I recently updated my demo build and would love to get some early feedback on how the gameplay feels.

Roidgrinder is a crossbreed of 2D arcade, lightweight simulation, resource management and some idler elements. The main loop is to mine asteroids and upgrade the ship. You will also interact with the ship's computer through a terminal interface, for which you can buy various programs.

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4461590/Roidgrinder/

Itch: https://yondersoft.itch.io/roidgrinder-demo

If the concept sounds interesting to you, please take a look and share your thoughts by commenting below. 🙏

u/HarkYonder — 5 hours ago

[For Hire] Entry-Level Game Tester for PC/Mobile (Android/iOS) | $1–$5/hr | Bilingual (English/Hindi) | UPI Only

Hi everyone,

I am looking to gain professional experience as a Game Playtester for indie developers and studios. While I am at an entry-level professional stage, I have extensive personal experience with high-level competitive gaming and deep mechanical analysis.

• Supported Platforms:

  1. PC (Windows)

  2. Android

  3. iOS

Why Hire Me?

• Detailed Feedback: I provide clear, actionable reports on bugs, UI/UX issues, and game balance.

• Audio/Visual Reporting: I can record my playtesting sessions with high-quality mic audio and a face cam to capture real-time reactions and verbal commentary.

• Bilingual Communication: I am fluent and clear in both English and Hindi, making me a great fit for developers targeting both global and Indian markets.

• Screen Recording: Full HD recording of gameplay sessions with steps to reproduce any bugs I find.

• Rate: $1 – $5 per hour (flexible depending on the task).

• Payment: I accept India UPI (GPay/PhonePe).

• Contact Me:

Discord: dragonvale_fan

Or simply send me a DM here on Reddit.

I’m eager to help you polish your project and get it ready for launch. Let’s get to work!

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u/ACTIVITY_PRO — 9 hours ago

Monarchs at Playtest April 24th - May 1st. 4X in just one hour

Hi guys!

Monarchs at Play is turn-based 4X strategy with one-hour-matches.

We are doing our first Monarchs at Playtest on Steam (yeah I really like this pun) from April 24th - May 1st. Link is in the comments.

If you like strategy games in a shorter format, THIS IS FOR YOU.

Whats inside the playtest?

  • A tutorial to help you learn the basics
  • Singleplayer mode against bots on procedurally generated maps
  • Challenges: 6 handcrafted scenarios where you can compete for the highest score

Every feedback is welcomed and encouraged so I'd love to have as many playtesters as possible <3

Cheers,
Eric
MixedMoonGames

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u/MixedMoonGames — 21 hours ago

Short demo that will leave you questioning my life decisions, as I'm struggling to voice act.

Meet the developer directly in the game, solving puzzles together while she's talking to you. Maybe bonding. Maybe oversharing. Maybe silently crying for help. Whatever it is, "enjoy" my amateur almost sober voice-acting 🤝

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u/LessLeave4123 — 17 hours ago

Looking for feedback: how does my WebGL card game run on your browser?

Hello,

I’m currently preparing a web version of my card game prototype.

I’m trying to make it run smoothly for as many people as possible while keeping graphical compromises to a minimum.

Could you let me know if the following versions run smoothly on your end?

If not, which browser are you using?

I’ve put the most demanding version first, so if it runs well for you, there’s no need to test the others.

(Fullscreen is capped for performance. It was very laggy on my 27" monitor in Chrome at first, but I later realized hardware acceleration was disabled...my bad 😅)

Test versions (from most demanding to least):

1 — 1920x1080 (shadows + post-processing)

https://alextai.itch.io/planatsai-shadow-et-post-prod?secret=WZ5QMqnPVhrIpzy3pGHSFmAg0g

2 — 1920x1080 (shadows only)

https://alextai.itch.io/plantasia-web-1920-shadow-2048?secret=aDMnxQc9FqpDC93pBR0YLWkE2ek

3 — 1920x1080 (no shadows / no post-processing)

https://alextai.itch.io/plantasia-web-test-1920-full?secret=TQeBy52K3woUPz1V5Mw6S1RGXA

4 — 1600x900 (no shadows / no post-processing)

https://alextai.itch.io/plantasia-1600-900?secret=TsRdA8GVROsKbqqqusQF1PaLzQ

5 — 1280x720 (no shadows / no post-processing) (probably overkill)

https://alextai.itch.io/plantasia-web-test?secret=aQUZSKfmls95jxQMREWYT2loac

Current project page:

https://alextai.itch.io/plantasia

Thanks a lot for your help and your time! 🙏

Alex

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u/MobileFeature5210 — 17 hours ago

Echoes TTRPG in External Beta!

Echoes is a tabletop role-playing game (system and setting) about unearthing the whispered secrets of a dying and forgotten world and surviving the dangerous creatures that inhabit it. It was inspired by the dark and beautiful worlds of Botanical Horror, Speculative Biology, and the Post-apocalyptic.

Playtesting Packet Link:
https://fledge-art.itch.io/echoes-playtesting-packet (Password: remora)

Hello! I'm Fledge, the lead designer for the Echoes TTRPG. We've just moved the game into an open Beta. More specifically we're looking for external playtesters and potential contributors for the game's setting. I've been working on this game for nearly 4 years, and it's so close to being finished. I would love to hear what any of you think after playing it.

If anyone is at all interested please email me at artfledge@gmail.com (or reply here or download the packet from the link/password)!!!

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u/Party_Edge_4221 — 16 hours ago

Working on Deck-builder with a space-exploration theme. Need some feedback on the flatscreen version of the game (PC) while I work on the Mixed-Reality version.

Hey Reddit, looking for some people who might enjoy a neat deckbuilding challenge.

"As a pilot of a VEG extraction vessel, you can explore the universe from the comfort of your own living room. Some call you a glorified 'button pusher', but you control your fleet with precision and care: repair broken units, order new parts and defend against hostile enemies as you travel from planet to planet in search of Geo and credits.

But the galaxy is changing. A new technology is being developed in secret, and threatens the entire galactic empire. Can you uncover the conspiracy and stop this evil force before your homeworld falls into chaos? Join the revolution today! "

Free version of the game can be found here, would love to hear comments in the forum (or reddit message/email): https://curiousvr.itch.io/project-veridan

u/CuriousVR_Ryan — 19 hours ago

Look for play testers for an auto battle monster collector game $

It's via a website, I am happy with any feedback. Looking to give it some polish, I just want to make sure it's working well and other potential features to add. I am also open to ideas as well, and I am open to paying as well depending on your rates and time placed into the game.

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u/cantthinkofausrnme — 20 hours ago

Looking for playtesters for my roguelike 2048 adventure game

Hey everyone, I've been making small game jam games for years now and really want to make something I can put on Steam. After 3 cancelled projects I finally feel like I have something that's fun to play and manageable in scope. I already had some friends playtest it, but right now I'm looking to open the game up to a wider audience.

In terms of feedback I'd like to know if the game is fun to play and which areas need some more attention. The game is not feature complete yet, but the core gameplay look is there.

You can play the game here: https://iron-axe-games.itch.io/tiles-vials . You can give me feedback via this post, itch comments, a feedback form inside of the game or through the Discord server (linked in-game). Whatever has your personal preference.

Thanks in advance!!

u/IronAxeGames — 22 hours ago

Looking for playtesters - top-down survival / crafting RPG | 5 years in development (PC)

Hey, we’re looking for playtesters for Good Heavens! RPG

It’s a top-down survival / crafting RPG set across floating islands where you build, fight, and deal with a world that’s a bit chaotic by design. Similar to Don't Starve Together.

Right now we’re mainly testing for bugs and combat feel across different styles (Warfare, Trickery, Sorcery), base building and progression, and how the early game feels overall before full release. You’re not locked into one playstyle, so you can mix things and experiment.

We’re collecting feedback through a small Discord group for testers.

If you’re interested, comment or DM and I’ll send details.

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u/Rimhawk — 22 hours ago

Tiny Desks: Playtest my game about being a middle manager in the 80s!

Tiny Desks is a pixel art office management game set in the 1980s. You're the manager - tasks land on your desk and you assign them to employees, hire new staff, unlock automation through a tech tree, and try to keep everyone from burning out. It starts simple (drag papers to the right desk) but grows into juggling specializations, switchboard routing, union regulations, and office perks. It's free, runs in the browser, and takes about 20 minutes to play through.

It's free, runs in the browser, no install needed. Would love feedback on pacing and balance - I'm actively iterating and every play session helps shape what comes next.

http://neonsheep.itch.io/tiny-desks

u/Fun-Oil-8943 — 24 hours ago
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