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Many gamers out there want to do something they love, play video games and get paid for it. Believe it or not, this is completely possible. There are thousands upon thousands of game testing jobs posted out there on the net on a weekly basis. You just need to know where to look.

What is most important is making sure before you start looking you know what you're getting into and what you'll need in order to be able to apply.

There are obviously different types of game testing jobs. Below are just a few:

- Testing for console games (XBox 360, PS3 etc)
- Testing for PC games
- Testing for Mobile games

First you will need to decide what kind of games you want to test.

Next, you need a resume. Your resume should be geared towards gaming and game testing. If possible, you should try to have some experience in testing. This could be as simple as getting in on an unpaid volunteer beta testing position. There are a ton of those held on a regular basis. You can even get in on some when you buy a new game and it comes with an invite.

OK so you know what kind of game testing job you want, you have your resume, now what? Well now the search begins. There are a lot of really good different options for you to pursue now. You can go the route of searching via the major job boards (Monster, Careerbuilder, etc) or you can choose to enroll in a membership plan that allows you access to all the major gaming jobs.

Gamasutra.com is a fantastic gaming site which consistently posts the most up to date gaming jobs. And not just game testing, all gaming jobs. Monster.com has a lot of game testing jobs posted as well.

I also recommend Employment911.com. They actually have a ton of jobs from all the big sites posted in one place. So it makes it quite easy to locate the job you want.

So let's say you don't have time to search for a job, or you just don't know how to get around the internet. Hey it happens. You can go the route of a membership site. Just be sure that the membership site you choose is the one that will help you. You can easily test this out by simply emailing them a question before you purchase a membership. If they answer that question, then someone is obviously on the other end waiting to help you out.

So decide which route is best for you and get started doing something you love today.

Lou Garrett is a hard core gamer who has been playing video games for over 15 years. Lou runs a successful website focused on video game testing. You can visit this site at: http://game-testers.com

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Rock Band 2 is about to hit the stores on September 14 with a list of 84 new songs and hundreds more that can be downloaded for the Xbox 360. Versions of the game for the Playstation 3, the Wii and the Playstation 2 will be released later this year. Rock Band's original success with both players and the critics is expected to be repeated with the release of Rock Band 2. The newest version will feature a battle of the bands, tour challenges, a world tour and a drum trainer. The song list in Rock Band 2 include songs from the 1960s through the 2000s, including Paramore's "That's What You Get," Guns n' Roses' "Shackler's Revenge" and Linkin Park's "One Step Closer."

The Unique Gameplay of Rock Band 2

Rock Band 2 uses peripherals like the original Rock Band. You can play guitar or bass, drums or sing into a microphone. The peripherals have been improved. The guitar/bass is sturdier, and the tilt sensor has been retooled to be more sensitive. It is more realistic looking and the buttons are quieter than before. The drums have an improved kick pedal with a metal plate and the drum heads are more sensitive. They are completely wireless, and comes with expansion ports for hi-hat and cymbals. The microphone is more realistic and has increased sensitivity.

Rock Band 2 Gaming Options

Rock Band 2 offers several modes of play. Battle of the Bands allows you to challenge everyone on your Friends list to compete. In Battle Around the World, you can go on tour and play everywhere you have ever dreamed of. You can also challenge other bands and they can challenge you. A whole new set of Tour Challenges await you that increase in difficulty as you progress. World Tour allows you to play as a solo or as a band in 24 cities. You can play any instrument in the band, you can play by yourself, or with your friends, even if they are on the other side of the world. Tracks you've downloaded for Rock Band are compatible with Rock Band 2. Play in the Drum Trainer to improve your drumming skills. The PS 3 and Xbox 360 versions have a Rock Shop where you can customize your character with hot accessories and costumes.

For all you rockstars out there, Rock Band 2 lets you live the dream in the comfort of your living room. Sing and play in your own band on a variety of instruments... battle other bands around the world for rock supremacy... and schedule your own world tour. This game will ultimately be available on the Xbox 360, the PS 3, the PS 2 and the Wii. The debut of Rock Band 2 at 2008's E3 conference was a smash hit with the audience. For those who are finding their niche in music games, Rock Band 2 will be a treat.

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