We all have come across translation and localization failures. In many cases, they are silly and funny and at least bring a smile to your face. But when it comes to a game translation, things are not so funny anymore....

The Latin America area is a sensational part of the world, full of history, cultures, and traditions that have stood the test of time. The region includes South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico, all of them speaking romance...

The gaming industry has changed a lot from the beginning until now. And this means four decades of gaming history. Sure, in the 70s (when it all started) there were not so many games to play, so it was enough...

Gamers are an extremely sophisticated and complex audience, with a mindset different from an average customer, very specific tastes, and cultural behavior. Thriving on the internet, the presence on social media platforms is an intrinsic part of their daily life....

If in some of our previous posts, we explained what localization is and why it’s so important in today’s increasingly globalized economy, what if we discussed content localization? Let’s face it: every business owner’s dream is to conquer the international...

Considering the exponential growth of the gaming industry and the fierce competition in this market, it’s no wonder that the dream of creating a best-selling game can be destroyed quite easily. That if you don’t have and implement the right...

Whether you exchange messages with friends who speak different languages, shop online on international websites, or just need to translate the content for research purposes, the chances are, that in one way or another, you used machine translations at some...

Even if the common beliefs could say otherwise, translation is not an easy task to do. And that’s because it’s not just about replacing the words of an original document with the equivalent words in the target language. As translating...

As a game developer, you want to reach new markets, expand your business, increase your fan base and sales around the globe, but mostly in Western and Eastern Europe. What does it mean? And why is the German market important...

Should you consider localization for the Korean game market? In simple words: YES. Why does it matter? Why is the Korean market important? And what does it involve? What should you take into consideration when starting the translation and localization...

As a game developer, you have decided that you want to have a successful game, reach more players, and make more sales. But what markets should you focus on? And in what languages should you localize it? Should you choose...

The power of social media as a marketing tool is recognized by entrepreneurs and businesses all over the world. You can see a large number of brands, old or new, small or big, selling their products online. So, why not...

Localizing your game is one of the main things you can do if you want to reach a global market, grow your revenue, and expand your player base. But even if at the first glance it seems to be an...

The gaming industry took the internet audience by storm, becoming one of the primary sources of entertainment worldwide. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic and the multiples lockdowns have had contributed to the booming of this industry, especially for online games....

When you plan to expand your brand at the international level or to reach a new market for your game, you must accurately localize and adapt it to the appropriate culture. Therefore, having a game localization strategy is a critical...

The success and longevity of a game depend almost always on its presence on the global market, characterized by a large number of game players who become more open-minded, wiser, and more demanding with their acquisitions. Therefore, you should make...

Thanks to the internet and video game localization, the world of video games has exceeded geographical and linguistic boundaries for a long while ago. In the latest 25 years, writers and game developers took the advantage of globalization, many of...

2020 is that year that brought unexpected situations, events, and changes in almost every aspect of our life. And the world of writing – from the book genres to reading and publishing does not make any exception. Due to the...

Technologies have developed exponentially recently, and the COVI-19 pandemic has accelerated the digitization process. So, we can say without a doubt that the phenomenon of globalization has gained its momentum, while the strategy of location is no longer a new concept.

Translation, localization, or transcreation? Which language service is the best option for your communication needs? Whether you are an established brand at the global level or are just planning to expand on the international market tempting to reach new customers,...

In recent years, the gaming industry has been characterized both by a huge increase and by consistent disruptions. Gaming enthusiasts have experienced it all: from increasing digital sales of esports and games to free-to-play revenue model adoption, cloud gaming platforms and live streaming.. 

If you want to successfully expand your business on the Polish market, you should consider not just providing high-quality products and services, but also having a content localization strategy.  You might ask why is this country so important? Well, there...

When talking about translation and localization, you might think these services are important only for the large markets, such as the US, China, Japan, South Korea, Germany, or France. But due to globalization, businesses are expanding all over the world....

Considered to be the birthplace of the gamins we know today, the US is also the leading gaming market worldwide. In 2020, the US market size for video games is estimated to be worth 60.4 billion USD. With no signs...

Have you considered expanding into the Finnish market? There are many advantages to doing business in Finland. With a population of 5.5 million people, Finland has seen growth in its information and communications infrastructure, along with the gaming, cleantech, and...

Ranking in the top 10 as one of the largest economies in Europe, Swedish market can’t and shouldn’t be overlooked. With approximately 83% of adults 25-64 having completed upper secondary education, consumers are highly educated in Sweden. Moreover, there is...

Online reviews are a crucial aspect of any company’s success. Just take a look at these stats, and you’ll understand why: Both negative and positive reviews influence the customers’ buyer decisions; whether we are talking about a local market or...

Considering the large number of options you can choose from, it can be difficult to hire the right translation agency. Most of them will promise high-quality translations at competitive prices. So, how do you choose the most suitable agency for...

Formatting the date and time can be a tricky task. Different countries use different formatting, making it confusing to localize dates and times. To make things more complex, certain countries, like Canada, combine more conventions for different date formats. Here...

The World Bank ranks Denmark as 4th highest globally and 1st in the EU in ease of doing business. Factors like ease of starting a business, trading across borders, paying taxes, and obtaining credit contribute to making Denmark an attractive country to conduct business in. 

Regardless of their genres, all games are based on specific linguistic, cultural, emotional, economic, and historical backgrounds. However, they can be adapted to the customs and backgrounds of different regions using localization in that regional language.  Therefore, if you are...