QA for Monaco 2

Client Overview

Game Intro
Monaco 2 (stylised as Monaco II) is a stealth action video game developed by Pocketwatch Games and published by Humble Games. Released on April 10, 2025, Monaco II serves as a sequel to the critically acclaimed Monaco: What’s Yours Is Mine (2013).
The game introduces a significant visual evolution, transitioning from the original’s 2D bird’s-eye perspective to an isometric 3D format. Additionally, Monaco II debuts procedural level generation, marking a major innovation within the series.
Business Requirements
The client required comprehensive testing support for both existing game functionality and new features that would be introduced over time. The goal was to ensure a stable, high-quality release and maintain reliability throughout ongoing development.
Tested on
- XBOX
- PS5
- PC
- Steam Deck

Engagement

Strong Junior QA Engineers were assigned to test the game on PS5.
Junior QA Engineers were responsible for testing on PC.
QA Engineers covered testing on XBOX.

Game Testing Solutions

To fulfill the client’s requirements, a robust testing strategy was implemented:

Documentation
Full QA documentation was prepared, including test cases and checklists for consistent testing coverage.
Regression Testing
Ensured that new changes did not break existing functionality.
Bug Retesting
Verified that previously reported issues were successfully resolved.
Smoke Testing
Conducted routine checks of core functionality during development cycles.
Exploratory Testing
Performed during idle phases to uncover hidden issues and edge cases.

Business Impact / Benefits Delivered

Bug Reduction
The testing team played a critical role in reducing the number of bugs, contributing to a more stable and polished final product.
Certification Success
Collaboration with the client’s internal QA team enabled a successful platform certification process.
Extended Collaboration
Following the successful release, The Powell Group approached the team for QA support on the game’s upcoming DLC content.