I applied online. I interviewed at NetEase Games (Guangzhou, Guangdong) in Jan 2020
Interview
1. apply for the position online
2. choose a branch position of game designers (narrative, numeric, system, level, combat)
3.take an online test. test content is based on your branch choice. a narrative designer candidate has no need to answer math
4. attend to the interview. mostly on-site, but online interview is also permitted if you are not in China
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. introduce yourself
2.video game experience
3.favorite games or game genres
4.which you like the most
5.what do you think about the game you have mentioned? its pros and cons
6. why the pros are pros, and why the cons are cons
7. if you are the game designer, how will you design the game to optimize the experience and improve those cons
8. design something, have 3-5 minutes to think (questions based on your previous performance)
9. have anything to ask me?
I did test online. Then it takes more than 2 months to get email that I pass the test. About interview, two interviewers, feel like they do not want anyone just go through the process.
I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at NetEase Games (Guangzhou, Guangdong) in Nov 2023
Interview
Two interviewers will ask about their gaming experience in MMO games and conduct in-depth questioning based on their understanding of one of the games. I chose a boss battle in World of Warcraft and asked very detailed questions. The entire interview process is relatively easy, and the interviewer will guide the conversation direction.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How was the timeline designed for the most memorable boss battle in World of Warcraft? What experience did this bring you?
