Expert Certification QA Services for Every Platform

Navigating the certification process for platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android can be complex and time-consuming. Experience our expert certification QA services and ensure your game meets all technical requirements and passes certification checks smoothly and efficiently.

Why Certification Testing Matters

Every platform, first and foremost, has strict technical and content standards that must be met before your game can launch. Consequently, failure to comply can lead to costly delays, rejections, or even the need for extensive rework. To prevent these setbacks, our rigorous certification testing proactively catches issues early and thoroughly verifies compliance with each platform’s evolving requirements.

What We Test

  • Platform-specific technical requirements (e.g., console SDK compliance)
  • Submission checklist adherence for PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and mobile app stores
  • Functional checks for platform services such as trophies, achievements, leaderboards, and cloud saves
  • Content compliance including age ratings, ESRB/PEGI, and store policies
  • Performance benchmarks and stability tests under certification conditions
  • Network and online service integration (multiplayer, matchmaking, leaderboards)

Accessibility and localization compliance as per platform guidelines

Our Certification Testing Process

  1. Requirement Review & Planning
     We begin by reviewing the latest platform certification checklists and submission guidelines relevant to your target consoles and stores.
  2. Test Environment Setup
     Using official dev kits and hardware (including the latest consoles via our memberships with Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo), we configure test environments that mirror certification conditions.
  3. Comprehensive Testing
     Our QA team conducts thorough functional, compliance, and performance tests designed to meet or exceed platform standards.
  4. Issue Reporting & Resolution Support
     We document and prioritize issues with detailed reproduction steps, helping your development team quickly address blockers.
  5. Pre-Submission Validation
     Before you submit, we perform a final audit to verify all requirements are met, minimizing the risk of rejection.
  6. Submission Support
     We guide you through the submission process and provide ongoing support until certification is granted.

Access to Latest Consoles and Tools

As official members of Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo development programs, XQA benefits from direct access to the latest consoles, hardware, software updates, and certification documentation. As a result, your game is consistently tested against the most current platform standards. This not only reduces unexpected issues during submission, but also streamlines the approval process—ultimately accelerating your path to market.

Why Choose XQA for Certification Testing?

With a deep understanding of certification requirements across all major platforms, XQA brings unmatched expertise to every project. In addition, our hands-on experience with official dev kits and submission procedures ensures that your game is tested accurately and efficiently. Furthermore, our flexible, scalable teams align seamlessly with your release schedules, adapting to your production needs as they evolve. To support rapid iteration, we also provide clear, detailed reporting that streamlines fixes and minimizes delays. As a result, studios trust XQA to deliver smooth, on-time launches with confidence.

Case study – Certification QA

3 min read

 

 

Overview

For one indie studio launching their first console title, partnering with XQA meant the difference between repeated certification failures and day-one approval on both PlayStation and Xbox.

The Challenge

The studio’s in-house QA team, however capable, had no prior experience with console certification. As a result, early submissions failed due to TRC/XR compliance issues—specifically around save behavior and suspend/resume handling. Consequently, they required expert guidance and a thorough compliance sweep from testers who were well-versed in first-party requirements.

Our Solution

To ensure a successful submission, XQA deployed a dedicated Compliance QA team to conduct thorough certification pre-checks against Sony TRC and Microsoft XR standards. These checks covered key areas such as UI consistency, error messaging, and store integration. As a result, we uncovered critical issues—like improper controller disconnect handling—that would have otherwise led to rejection. In addition to detailed bug reports, we went further by providing certification checklists and practical guidance. Specifically, we explained requirements and suggested fixes that avoided major code rewrites. Moreover, our testing spanned both retail and dev kits, incorporated multiple firmware versions, and accounted for varied user states to ensure comprehensive coverage.

Results

  • Passed PlayStation and Xbox certification on first resubmission

  • Avoided launch delays and store removal

  • Delivered a reusable checklist for future titles

  • Client praised QA as “proactive, not just reactive”

 

Key Takeaway

Certification isn’t about trial and error — it’s about knowing the rules. XQA helps studios catch compliance issues early and launch with confidence.