Bugs found in Abalon for iOS
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Our QAwerk team performed a comprehensive Bug Crawl on D20 Studios’ Abalon for iOS. During this analysis, we identified specific issues that can affect the game’s performance and user satisfaction. Below are the detailed findings from our investigation.
Main character gets stuck upon entering Death of a Salesman zone
Severity:
Critical
Precondition:
- App installed.
- Tutorial completed.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open Abalon.
- Proceed to Action Phase.
- Reach the Death of a Salesman zone.
- Observe that the main character gets stuck.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 14 Pro (iOS 18.1.1)
Actual Result:
The main character is stuck in the Death of a Salesman zone.
Expected Result:
Gameplay should remain fluid, with no blockers preventing character movement.
UI layout settings do not alter the interface
Severity:
Major
Precondition:
App installed.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open Abalon.
- Go to Settings.
- Enter Video settings.
- Change any UI layout settings.
- Return to Action Phase.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 14 Pro (iOS 18.1.1)
Actual Result:
Adjusting UI layout settings has no effect on the game interface.
Expected Result:
Selected options should reflect changes in the interface layout.
Summoner cards cannot be sorted
Severity:
Minor
Precondition:
- App installed.
- Tutorial passed.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open Abalon.
- Go to Cards.
- Select Summoner cards.
- Attempt to sort them.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 14 Pro (iOS 18.1.1)
Actual Result:
Summoner cards do not respond to sorting commands.
Expected Result:
All card sets should be sortable, given the existing sorting options.
No clear guide to exit from campfire zoomed area
Severity:
Minor
Precondition:
- App installed.
- Tutorial passed.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open Abalon.
- Go to Cards.
- Proceed to Action Phase.
- Locate campfire area.
- Enter campfire.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 14 Pro (iOS 18.1.1)
Actual Result:
Users have no clear instructions on how to leave the zoomed-in campfire view.
Expected Result:
A clear guide or tip explaining how to exit campfire mode.
I uncovered four bugs affecting gameplay flow, interface functionality, and overall ease of use. Addressing these issues promptly will ensure a smoother and more immersive gaming experience for all players.
