How to: Complete tasks - Using the PlaytestCloud app on iOS and Android

You may sometimes get a playtest that has special tasks. These are displayed differently depending on whether you are using the PlaytestCloud: Be a Playtester app with Android or iOS.

For info about tasks on PC, visit this article here.

Tasks on iOS (Android is shown below)

If your iOS test has tasks, you will see a task bubble on the screen when you begin to record. Tapping the bubble will take you to the task list. You will be able to read through what is required from you before you start playing.

Here is a gif showing the task bubble and accessing the task list:

You will be able to check off any tasks you have completed by tapping on "Mark as complete".

Here is an example of a task list in the app:

As you can see, there is also a button titled "Open playtest" which will allow you to switch to or open the game again.

How to complete tasks on iOS

The tasks need to be completed in order, so you only need to remember one at a time! When you have fulfilled a task's requirements in game, tap on the task bubble to be taken to the tasks. Check off the task by tapping on the box next to it. You can then read the next task and return to the game.

Do not check them all off at once, or write them down. You will need to return to the app to check them off one-by-one, when they are completed.

Tasks on Android

When you open the game, you’ll see the tasks in a bubble on your screen. By tapping on this bubble, you can open and close the tasks.

How to complete tasks on Android

You’ll need to complete the tasks one by one. Only tap the completion checkbox when you have definitely completed the task.

Problems with a task? iOS or Android

If you have any problems with a task, try to do your best to complete it and talk us through what you're finding difficult. If you find that it is impossible, move on with the playtest as long as that task didn't affect your course through the game. Once you've submitted the test, let us know so that we have a heads up about your issue. We will then be able to take this into account when it comes to your reward payment.

Not sure how to playtest? We've made some example videos just for you here. You can use them as inspiration for your participations!

If you have a question that is not included here, you can always ask our Community Manager at help@playtestcloud.com