If you've spent any time looking for a video game testing job, you've probably been offered a membership to a site that promises to get you hired as a video game tester for a fee.
On one hand, you really want to be a game tester.
On the other, it could be a scam.
So you ask yourself, "Do I have to pay to become a video game tester?" First, let's think a little about the job.
It's in very high demand, because many people underestimate the requirements of it.
Although game testing doesn't require any special training or education, it's much more than just "getting paid to play games".
Video game testing jobs do require effort, and they should be taken as seriously as any other career.
With that said, it should be noted that most people will have to pay to become a video game tester.
Because so many people expect it to be a very "easy" job, gaming companies struggle to find serious testers.
It is rare to be directly hired by the developer unless you already have connections in the video gaming industry.
Instead, game developing companies turn to video game testing membership sites.
Because you have to pay to join, it shows that you are prepared to take the job seriously.
Serious game testers are just what the companies need to make sure that they get the most for their money.
Many legitimate game testing membership websites exist and come with money back guarantees, for the rare chance that you don't get hired.