Professional gaming translation and localization

Games launch globally on day one. Players expect native‑quality language, authentic cultural references, and humor that lands—without breaking mechanics or UI. A literal translation can distort lore, miss jokes, or overflow menus. Specialized gaming translation adapts voice, timing, and space constraints so narrative, UX, and progression feel seamless across regions and devices.

Compliance is non‑negotiable. ESRB, PEGI, USK, GRAC, and IARC all impose age‑rating standards, while Apple, Google, Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo enforce strict store and platform policies. Privacy frameworks like GDPR and CCPA govern consent, data handling, and disclosures. Misalignment leads to rejections, delays, or fines. Expert translators safeguard ratings, privacy notices, and platform acceptance.

Monetization depends on clarity and trust. From gacha odds and loot box disclosures to battle pass copy and seasonal events, wording must be precise to avoid misunderstandings and regional pushback. Optimized store listings and keyword strategies improve visibility and conversion, while translated community guidelines and support content reduce churn and enhance reputation among global player bases.

Live services never stop. Continuous updates, hotfixes, and timed events demand agile workflows, translation memory reuse, and rapid LQA. Tight strings must fit every screen. First‑party checks, certification requirements, and language‑specific sensitivities require a partner who understands both development pipelines and regulatory details. That’s how studios protect timelines and ROI worldwide.

Kings of Translation assembles seasoned game linguists, editors, and LQA testers who are players themselves. We adapt tone for genres from cozy sims to competitive shooters, ensuring terminology and voice are consistent across UI, dialogue, and marketing. Our team works comfortably with Unity and Unreal exports, localization kits, and developer glossaries.

Quality and compliance are built‑in. We run a three‑step TEP workflow—translation, editing, and proofreading—supported by terminology databases and style guides tailored to your IP. Legal reviewers validate EULAs, TOS, and privacy notices for regional requirements. We’re BBB A+ accredited, ATA members, and our certified translations are recognized worldwide by major authorities and organizations.

Pricing is straightforward: standard gaming content starts at $0.06 per word, with volume discounts for large releases and continuous localization. Certified translations (for legal agreements or filings) are $32.90 per page. Turnarounds flex to sprint schedules—hotfix strings often within 24 hours; larger drops follow milestone plans. Secure workflows include NDAs and encrypted file exchange.

We close the loop with LQA and functional checks. Our testers validate context, truncation, placeholders, font rendering, and line breaks across target platforms. We support screenshot‑based reviews, string‑ID mapping, pseudolocalization, and structured bug reporting via Jira or your preferred tracker. The result: compliant, polished experiences that pass first‑party checks and delight players.

Our tooling meets your pipeline. We handle JSON, CSV, PO, RESX, XLIFF, strings files, and platform‑specific formats for Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo eShop, App Store, and Google Play. Connect through APIs or CI/CD to automate handoffs, or sync via GitHub/GitLab branches to align localization with dev sprints and feature flags.

Translation memory and terminology management reduce cost and time. We reuse approved strings for UI consistency, accelerate updates, and maintain lore accuracy. Custom glossaries lock core terms across languages, while per‑locale style guides preserve voice. These assets compound savings each release and protect brand identity across sequels and downloadable content.

We integrate with leading TMS/PM tools like memoQ, Phrase, Smartling, Crowdin, and Jira. Automated workflows route strings for TEP, LQA, and client review with full visibility. Scalable resourcing supports pre‑launch bursts and live ops fluctuations without sacrificing quality. One coordinated team, one dashboard, and predictable outcomes release after release.