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Old school Sega documentary explores life as a video game tester in 1996

Ever wondered what life was like for a Sega game tester in the 1990s? Thanks to the unearthing of a new training documentary, you can now see for yourself.

Chris Kerr, News Editor

May 16, 2016

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What was life like for video game testers working at Sega in 1996; a year when the Sega Saturn was in its prime, and, bewilderingly, the Macarena soared to the top of the charts?

Thanks to the unearthing of a new documentary, filmed at Sega of America's Redwood office in California, you can see for yourself. 

Originally devised to be a “trainumenatry" used to sharpen up new recruits, the 28 minute doc now offers a behind-the-scenes look at Sega of America's test department in what eventually turned out to be one of the company's final years as a console manufacturer.

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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