Testwaves

Testwaves, co-founded by Diogo Rato and Pedro M. Fernandes, is a company focused on quality assurance (QA) and playtesting for game developers. Diogo Rato, an alumnus of Instituto Superior Técnico with a background in computer engineering, also serves as the Executive Director of the Portuguese Game Developers Association, bringing a wealth of industry knowledge and connections to the venture.

The company offers AI-powered QA automation for video games through no-code, plug-and-test solutions. This approach utilizes AI bots designed to play and replay games, effectively identifying and reporting bugs and other issues. By automating the testing process, Testwaves aims to free up developers' time, allowing them to concentrate on the creative and building aspects of game development.

The business model revolves around providing these automated QA services to game development studios of all sizes. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, enabling developers to implement testing without needing to write any code. This accessibility, combined with the power of AI, positions Testwaves as a significant player in the game development support industry.

Keywords: AI-powered QA, game development, quality assurance, automated testing, no-code platform, bug detection, playtesting, video games, AI bots, game testing