It’s many people’s lifelong dream, to play video games and get paid for it, and there are opportunities out there, but it’s not all fun and games.
Testing can actually be hard work, and perhaps tedious, especially when you’re playing games that not every individual loves. It is a serious job, with high expectations. You should ideally have a passion for video games and that should show through. If you’re interested in pursuing a career as a video game tester, then make sure you don’t fall for scams.
The fact is there are plenty out there, and people are targeting young individuals looking for these types of jobs. But before you apply for any positions, do some research on the company to find out if their job posting is sincere. Check what people have said about them on the internet, and if they get in contact with you ask them straightforward questions, and you should in return get straightforward answers. If it sounds confusing it’s probably best to ignore, because confusion is key to a scam, and you should never have to part with money to get a job role.