Magda
@magdahg.bsky.social
(she/her) EN<>ES-LATAM video game translator. 🌈 Avid gamer (FPS/Cozy/MMORPG). 🎮 Professional babbler. 🙊 ADHD. 🌻
I mostly work with agencies, but translating smaller indie titles is what really makes my day. 💕
#gameloc #L10n
I mostly work with agencies, but translating smaller indie titles is what really makes my day. 💕
#gameloc #L10n
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𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀. Cultural sensitivity is a particular concern, as AI has been known to produce things that are wildly inappropriate."
www.theguardian.com/books/2024/n...
www.theguardian.com/books/2024/n...
‘It gets more and more confused’: can AI replace translators?
A Dutch publisher has announced that it will use AI to translate some of its books – but those in the industry are worried about the consequences if this becomes the norm
www.theguardian.com
November 18, 2024 at 5:28 PM
𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀. Cultural sensitivity is a particular concern, as AI has been known to produce things that are wildly inappropriate."
www.theguardian.com/books/2024/n...
www.theguardian.com/books/2024/n...
For the record, German probably won't need double the space, but knowing they'll need some extra room is always useful! (I figured I'd clarify because I'm the queen of using-hyperbole-for-comedic-effect-and-confusing-innocent-people. But the 30% for Spanish I can vouch for.) Have a lovely night! :)
October 27, 2024 at 2:21 AM
For the record, German probably won't need double the space, but knowing they'll need some extra room is always useful! (I figured I'd clarify because I'm the queen of using-hyperbole-for-comedic-effect-and-confusing-innocent-people. But the 30% for Spanish I can vouch for.) Have a lovely night! :)
Fingers crossed, they'll only be temporary headaches! (Or at least worth it) And I'm happy to help. :) I've seen so many devs struggle with localization issues they didn't see coming, so I figure if I can at least save one person from a headache haha...
October 27, 2024 at 2:16 AM
Fingers crossed, they'll only be temporary headaches! (Or at least worth it) And I'm happy to help. :) I've seen so many devs struggle with localization issues they didn't see coming, so I figure if I can at least save one person from a headache haha...
But just remember the golden rule of localization and save yourself a few future headaches: no matter how short your string is, German will probably need double the space to translate it. 😳 (In Spanish we just need around 30% extra, but I've seen the struggles of my German-speaking colleagues lol)
October 27, 2024 at 1:42 AM
But just remember the golden rule of localization and save yourself a few future headaches: no matter how short your string is, German will probably need double the space to translate it. 😳 (In Spanish we just need around 30% extra, but I've seen the struggles of my German-speaking colleagues lol)
Not gonna lie, if I had a penny for every time I've seen clients mourning their original perfectly-centered text before the localization process started... So, I kind of get your pain haha.
October 27, 2024 at 1:41 AM
Not gonna lie, if I had a penny for every time I've seen clients mourning their original perfectly-centered text before the localization process started... So, I kind of get your pain haha.
Try not to judge yourself if your best isn't what it usually is too. Remember to breathe, and reach out to your friends/colleagues if you need help. Your best, whatever it may be, is good enough. There is no shame in needing a hand or understanding during stressful times. You'll get through this. 💜
October 26, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Try not to judge yourself if your best isn't what it usually is too. Remember to breathe, and reach out to your friends/colleagues if you need help. Your best, whatever it may be, is good enough. There is no shame in needing a hand or understanding during stressful times. You'll get through this. 💜
OH! That makes so much sense. Thank you for the clarification! I kept looking for one with a pom-pom.
October 26, 2024 at 2:33 PM
OH! That makes so much sense. Thank you for the clarification! I kept looking for one with a pom-pom.
Not gonna lie, I'm 2 seconds away from offering to translate this game for free in exchange for you telling me where Jim is. 🥹 I FEEL LIKE I'VE GONE THROUGH EVERY LEVEL 10 TIMES.
October 26, 2024 at 2:36 AM
Not gonna lie, I'm 2 seconds away from offering to translate this game for free in exchange for you telling me where Jim is. 🥹 I FEEL LIKE I'VE GONE THROUGH EVERY LEVEL 10 TIMES.
Seconded on the Warlocs! I was lucky enough to be part of their team for a while until life got in the way, but I can definitely confirm they're both amazing people and super professional as well. :)
October 23, 2024 at 10:47 PM
Seconded on the Warlocs! I was lucky enough to be part of their team for a while until life got in the way, but I can definitely confirm they're both amazing people and super professional as well. :)
Aaand here's one of my favorite projects! This title was so much more than a game to me--it was an emotional experience. I'm so happy people get to enjoy it on mobile now. 🌟
October 23, 2024 at 9:57 PM
Aaand here's one of my favorite projects! This title was so much more than a game to me--it was an emotional experience. I'm so happy people get to enjoy it on mobile now. 🌟
I'll be adding some of the games I've been a part of in the replies, just in case anyone is curious. :)
October 21, 2024 at 5:43 PM
I'll be adding some of the games I've been a part of in the replies, just in case anyone is curious. :)
Love the art style! I'll definitely check it out. :)
October 21, 2024 at 4:21 PM
Love the art style! I'll definitely check it out. :)