Custom Player Recruitment
Lysto
Precision-matched players actively sourced on demand at no additional cost
PlaytestCloud
Access limited to pre-existing player panel
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Build games players can't stop talking about with Lysto. Our Player Experience (Px) Platform combines precision-matched player recruitment, AI-powered analysis, expert Games User Research, and an intelligent Research Agent into one complete playtesting suite.
No tool-hopping
No scattered data
No endless footage review
Just actionable real-player insights, faster iterations, and confident decisions before you ship.
The Smarter PlaytestCloud Alternative
Trusted by Teams Worldwide
Lysto vs PlaytestCloud
Lysto is more than just a PlaytestCloud Alternative.
Our platform is designed for teams that need clarity, flexibility and deeper insight in complex playtesting environments
| Feature | Lysto | PlaytestCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Player Recruitment | Precision-matched players actively sourced on demand at no additional cost | Access limited to pre-existing player panel |
| Platform Customization | Custom feature development tailored to studio needs | Fixed roadmap with limited customization |
| Support & Consulting | Dedicated, hands-on support via Email, Slack, or Discord for all clients | Tiered email-based support with limited hands-on guidance |
| Language Support | Multilingual transcripts and AI-generated insights | English-only support |
| Stress Testing | Integrated stress testing capabilities within the platform | Not supported |
| QA Capabilities | Built-in QA workflows alongside playtesting | Not supported |
| Advanced Survey Logic | Advanced survey builder with conditional logic and branching | Basic survey functionality |
| Multiple Team Licenses | Included for all clients, regardless of plan | Restricted to Enterprise plan |
| Research AI Assistant | Embedded Research AI Assistant for automated insight generation | No Research AI Assistant |
| Project Minimums | No minimum project requirements | Minimum commitments required |
Built For Modern Playtesting Workflows
Precision-Matched Players
Recruit the right players for every build.
Lysto helps you go beyond static panels. Source precision-matched players based on region, device, genre behavior, skill level, and advanced custom criteria tailored to your study.
Need something more specific? Lysto actively recruits players on demand at no additional cost.
Our commitment to precision recruitment ensures every playtest drives meaningful progress.
AI-Powered Structured Insights
Structured insight. Instant navigation. Smarter analysis.
Our Player Experience (Px) Platform transforms raw gameplay recordings into structured, navigable insight. Sessions are instantly summarized, intelligently tagged for emotional responses, and linked to precise timestamps so you can jump straight to key moments.
Analyze individual player journeys or uncover cohort-level patterns without manually scrubbing through hours of footage.
Enterprise-Grade Security
Built to protect your build at every stage of playtesting.
Lysto safeguards your playtests with strict NDA gatekeeping, encrypted build distribution, role-based access controls, and full activity logging. Builds are remotely deactivated the moment a playtest ends, gameplay recordings are automatically deleted after sessions, and unauthorized screenshot attempts are detected and flagged.
From recruitment to reporting, every layer of your playtest is secured so you can test boldly without risking leaks.
Expert Games User Research Services
Strategy-backed insight, not just data.
Our Expert Games User Researchers partner with your team to structure studies, uncover root causes, and turn player behavior into clear product decisions. Whether you need validation before launch or deep retention analysis, we help you move from feedback to direction.
From simple studies to layered research challenges, our team brings clarity at every scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lysto is built as a complete Player Experience (Px) Platform, not just a session recording tool. It brings together precision-matched player recruitment, AI-powered structured insights, AI research agent, enterprise-grade security, and expert Games User Research within one unified system.
Instead of managing fragmented tools and disconnected workflows, your team operates from a single platform designed to understand, analyze, and improve the full player experience.
No. Our team supports onboarding and workflow setup to ensure a smooth transition. You can replicate your existing playtesting structure while gaining deeper insight and flexibility.
Yes. We actively source precision-matched players on demand at no additional cost, based on your exact study criteria.
Definitely. From small usability tests to complex multi-region multiplayer research initiatives, Lysto scales with your study requirements.
Yes. Lysto includes encrypted distribution, NDA enforcement, remote build deactivation, screenshot protection, role-based permissions, and activity logging.
No. You can run playtests based on your roadmap without minimum project requirements.
If you're looking for more than just recorded sessions
Lysto gives your team the structure, intelligence, flexibility, and expertise to turn player feedback into competitive advantage.
