--- title: Early testing, without friction or fear description: Streamline your prototype testing process with PlaytestCloud's new features, including faster setup and enhanced security for early-stage concepts, thanks to the new watermarking feature. image: https://start.playtestcloud.com/hubfs/Prototype%20testing.png --- [Skip to main content](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#main-content) [![playtestcloud-simple-logo](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hubfs/playtestcloud-simple-logo.svg) ![ptcblog](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ptcblog.png?width=315&height=35&name=ptcblog.png) ](http://www.playtestcloud.com) - Show submenu for See the platform See the platform - [ Capabilities ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/product) - [ AI Analysis ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/ai-powered-analysis) - [ Pricing ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/pricing) - [ PlaytestCloud Home ](http://www.playtestcloud.com) - [ Case Studies ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/case-studies) - [ New features ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates) - [ Support ](http://help.playtestcloud.com) Open main navigation Close main navigation - Show submenu for See the platform See the platform - See the platform - [ Capabilities ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/product) - [ AI Analysis ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/ai-powered-analysis) - [ Pricing ](https://www.playtestcloud.com/pricing) - [ PlaytestCloud Home ](http://www.playtestcloud.com) - [ Case Studies ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/case-studies) - [ New features ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates) - [ Support ](http://help.playtestcloud.com) - [Book a Demo](https://start.playtestcloud.com/demo) [Apply to Playtest](https://app.playtestcloud.com/signup) [Book a Demo](https://start.playtestcloud.com/demo) [Apply to Playtest](https://app.playtestcloud.com/signup) # Early testing, without friction or fear ![PlaytestCloud Team](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Favicon-1.png?width=120&height=120&name=Favicon-1.png) by [PlaytestCloud Team](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/author/playtestcloud-team) March 4, 2026 at 10:49 AM ![Early testing, without friction or fear](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Prototype%20testing.png?width=1200&height=820&name=Prototype%20testing.png) ## In this article: - [ A faster way to set up prototype tests ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#a-faster-way-to-set-up-prototype-tests) - [ An extra layer of protection for sensitive prototypes ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#an-extra-layer-of-protection-for-sensitive-prototypes) - [ What this means for you ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#what-this-means-for-you) ## In this article: - [ A faster way to set up prototype tests ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#a-faster-way-to-set-up-prototype-tests) - [ An extra layer of protection for sensitive prototypes ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#an-extra-layer-of-protection-for-sensitive-prototypes) - [ What this means for you ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/early-testing-without-friction-or-fear#what-this-means-for-you) Early prototype and concept testing is where some of the biggest design wins happen. It’s also where teams hesitate the most. Ordering a test can feel heavier than it needs to be. And when prototypes are sensitive, security concerns can stop testing before it even starts. We updated our prototype testing to solve exactly that! ## A faster way to set up prototype tests Prototype testing now has its own dedicated option on the Playtest Selection Page. When you choose [Prototype Testing](https://www.playtestcloud.com/concept-testing), you’ll see a streamlined order form built specifically for early-stage concepts. We’ve removed game-specific fields that don’t apply, so you can get a test live without wading through unnecessary steps. The result: less setup, less guesswork and clearer instructions. ## An extra layer of protection for sensitive prototypes Our Secure Browser already hides URLs and records player interactions. Now you can add watermarking on top of PC, Android and iOS playtests.  When watermarking is enabled, a unique, traceable ID is overlaid on the player’s screen for the duration of the session. It doesn’t interfere with gameplay, but it does make one thing very clear: every session is identifiable. If screenshots or recordings ever leak, they can be traced back to the source. ![Lila and spicy red background with header reading: Watermark Protection. Underneath two screenshots of how the watermarking feature looks on player videos. ](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Watermarking.png?width=1920&height=1080&name=Watermarking.png) ## What this means for you Together, these updates make it easier — and safer — to test earlier in development: - Set up prototype tests faster, with only the options that matter - Validate ideas before production costs lock in - Test sensitive concepts with more confidence - Get easier internal approval thanks to layered security Prototype testing has always been possible on PlaytestCloud. Now it’s faster to start and easier to trust. Check our [security page](https://www.playtestcloud.com/security) to learn more about how PlaytestCloud ensures secure remote playtesting.    Tags: [Product Update](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/tag/product-update) ![PlaytestCloud Team](https://start.playtestcloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Favicon-1.png?width=120&height=120&name=Favicon-1.png) **[PlaytestCloud Team](https://start.playtestcloud.com/product-updates/author/playtestcloud-team)** March 4, 2026 at 10:49 AM We're PlaytestCloud and we help game studios gather feedback from their target players and make more successful games. 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