About Playtest Portal

Connecting players with developers to help shape the future of gaming

For Gamers

Get early access to upcoming games and have your voice heard in the development process.

For Developers

Find engaged testers and gather valuable feedback to polish your games before launch.

For Everyone

Join a growing community of gamers passionate about creating great gaming experiences.

Meet The Team

Ryan6DaysAWeek

Ryan6DaysAWeek

Founder & Everything Else

The one-person army behind Playtest Portal. Engineer and goblin. Frontline/Tank enjoyer. Seattle based.

"I built this site because I wanted to help indie developers get the testing they need and players the experience they deserve."

P.S. Thank you for being part of the Playtest Portal community!

Frequently Asked Questions

What games are allowed on the site?

We welcome all types of video games at any stage of development, from early prototypes to near-complete builds. The only requirements are that the game's playtest is free to play and follows our content guidelines (no hateful, illegal, or NSFW content).

At this current moment, games that are linked through Steam and IGDB.com are prioritized in the Playtest Portal approvale queue for the convenience of the players.

How do I suggest a game and playtest on the site?

For a playtest:

  1. Create an account (or log in if you already have one)
  2. Go to "Register Playtest" in the navigation
  3. Find your game (if your game does not appear skip below) and fill in playtest information
  4. Submit for approval (usually processed within 48 hours)

For a game:

  1. Create an account (or log in if you already have one)
  2. Go to "Register Playtest" in the navigation
  3. Click "Can't find your game? Register it"
  4. Auto-fill details using IGDB database or manually fill in form
  5. Submit for approval (usually processed within 48 hours)
Is Playtest Portal affiliated with any gaming platforms?

No, we're an independent platform not officially affiliated with any game store or development platform. However, we do provide integration options for platforms like Steam to make your playtesting process smoother.

How can I support Playtest Portal?

The best ways to support us are:

  • Participate in playtests and provide quality feedback
  • Spread the word to other gamers and developers
  • Report any bugs or issues you encounter
Are playtests really free for players?

Absolutely! All playtests listed on our platform must be free for participants. Developers may choose to reward testers with keys or other incentives, but charging for access to a playtest is against our policies.