Unlocking Worlds: How Translators Shape the Stories We Love
Honoring International Translation Day, we explore how language professionals bring meaning to video games, on screen and behind the scenes.
Culturalization in Elden Ring: A Case Study in Sensitivity and Immersion
Discover how culturalization shaped Elden Ring’s Latin American Spanish localization when renaming characters and adapting mythological references to preserve immersion and respect regional sensitivities.
A Deep Dive into the Localization of Souls-Like Games
Explore the localization challenges of souls-like games like Dark Souls and Bloodborne, from maintaining lore continuity to preserving dark, immersive atmospheres.
From Argentina to the World: How The Eternaut Won a Global Audience
How careful localization choices helped The Eternaut stay true to its Argentine roots — from preserving the name “Malvinas” to sparking a Truco craze in Japan.
A Deep Dive into the Localization of Metroidvania Games
The localization of Metroidvania games demands a delicate balance of creativity, consistency, and attention to cultural nuance. From maintaining atmospheric world-building to adapting complex puzzles and navigation, localizers work meticulously to deliver an immersive and engaging experience to players worldwide.
Jorel’s Brother and the Most Important Game of the Galaxy: A Localization Case Study
How Double Dash Studios and Terra spun the humor, chaos, and cultural nuance of a beloved Brazilian cartoon into localization gold and a global hit.
A Deep Dive into the Localization of Action Games
Explore the localization challenges of action games like God of War and Assassin’s Creed, from rapid dialogue to cultural sensitivity.
The Emerging Power of the Latin American Gaming Market
The Latin American gaming market is booming. Explore how LATAM is shaping global gaming, and why smart localization makes all the difference.
The Impact of Effective Brazilian Portuguese Localization on Player Engagement
Brazil is one of the fastest-growing gaming markets in the world, with a passionate player base that values culturally relevant gaming experiences. Effective localization requires going beyond simply translating text to adapting a game’s narrative, characters, and social elements to create a meaningful connection with Brazilian players.
Breaking Barriers: The Role of Accessibility and Inclusion in Gaming
Explore how accessibility and inclusion are shaping the future of gaming. Learn why inclusive design, diverse characters, and thoughtful localization matter for engagement and success.
Understanding Brazilian Gamers: Cultural Nuances for Better Game Localization
The Brazilian gaming market is one of the largest and fastest growing in the world. Learn how understanding gamer profiles and cultural nuances can improve game localization and engagement.
The Rise of Mobile Gaming: Trends and the Power of Language
Discover how evolving design, fast updates, and compact interfaces are shaping mobile game localization. Explore the real language challenges behind the screen.
