Module 5: Bug Classes

Question 1

What constitutes a Class A bug?

Answer 1

This is a severe error that PREVENTS continued gameplay or PROGRESSION. Often requires quitting a game or restarting console.

Question 2

What constitutes a Class B bug?

Answer 2

• General error that negatively affects gameplay.
• Does not require quitting a game or restarting the console.
• Moderate audio, graphic, or collision error that may affect gameplay.
• Note: TEXT Bugs are always B Class Bugs.
  Example: Whole character disappears into floor/wall (Class B, Collision Bug)

Question 3

What constitutes a Class C bug?

Answer 3

• Typically identifies a “cosmetic” bug.
• Minor audio, graphic or collision error that does not significantly affect gameplay
• May be difficult for a consumer to notice or detect
  Example: Characters foot disappears into the floor (Class C, Collision Bug)

Question 4

What constitutes a Class Query bug?

Answer 4

• Used to flag questions or suggestions for the development team. Note: It is NOT a tester’s job to make suggestions.
• DO NOT Write these types of bugs unless instructed to do so.

Question 5

What constitutes a Class Legal bug?

Answer 5

• Potential copyright infringement, usage violation, misrepresentation, etc.
• Anything that is risky content that may jeopardize a title’s intended ESRB rating.
  Examples: Cigars/cigarettes, use of music

Question 6

What constitutes a Class TRC bug?

Answer 6

• TRC (Technical Requirements Checklist) violation.
• Violates a required SCE minimum requirement for game release.
• These are typically handled by a separate “TRC Team”

Question 7

What constitutes a Class X bug?

Answer 7

• An “Exploit”, typically, but not limited to, Online gameplay.
• Includes hacks, cracks, cheats, and ability to “grief” other players.
• Notify your SQAT if you think a bug needs to be classified as X class.