7.3 Gathering Feedback
Beta testing involves sharing your story with a group of readers for feedback. This step is invaluable for gaining diverse perspectives.
Beta Reader Selection:
- Choose readers from your target audience to ensure feedback reflects your intended readership.
- Include a mix of experienced and casual interactive fiction readers to identify different issues.
Feedback Questions:
- Engagement:
- Which parts of the story were most engaging or immersive?
- Were there any sections where interest lagged?
- Choices:
- Were choices clear and meaningful?
- Did outcomes feel logical and satisfying?
- Navigation:
- Were transitions between nodes smooth and intuitive?
- Did the branching structure make sense?
- Technical Issues:
- Were there any broken links, errors, or missing elements?
AdventureBuildr Analytics
Use AdventureBuildr’s analytics tools to:
- Track which branches and nodes readers explore most often.
- Identify choices that are underused or confusing.
- Monitor completion rates to spot where readers might drop off.