AGM Blog (EN): Video Game Localization
On top of this, the culture of Japan is also completely separate from most of the countries to which its translated/ localized games are sent. Therefore, when translating a game from Japanese into any other language, you're …
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Brenna Halas » Blog Archive » The Importance of Software Localization
Software localization implies more than just the mere translation of the product’s user interface. Companies require that their software to be adapted to the culture of the target country, so that they can reach a larger audience.
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iNdUlGe iN Rain's World: [Big Jump 2010] Rain "I am a Cultural …
Localization tactics are applicable to both China and Japan. “If you want to communicate successfully with Chinese, you need to learn Chinese and their culture
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Localization & Language Laws « Localization, Localisation
This decision came as a surprise even to the Chinese Ministry of Culture (MoC) who expressed shock upon hearing the news. In summary, it is important for localization professionals not only to be focused on the technical …
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Localization & Language Laws « Localization, Localisation
parliamo Branding. Marketing. Advertising
Companies invest vast amount of money to develop and fine-tune their image and message in English; translation requires equal attention and effort to convey the subtleties and connotations of the branding message to the global market. The translation and interpretation is a sophisticated industry, which requires knowledge, understanding the culture, localization , lifestyle and goals of the clients. It is also combination of science, art and a touch of physiology
Yakuza 3 loses hostess clubs, quiz game in Western release
Yakuza 3 is set in Japan , made in Japan and for the Japanese so I don’t quite understand how removing content that is culturally relevant to not just the game, but was the developers intent to recreate the culture of Japan .
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Yakuza 3 loses hostess clubs, quiz game in Western release
