GAME LOCALIZATION
Localize your game for 11+ Baltic, Nordic and EU markets
Professional game localization services — in-game text, UI strings, menus, quests, marketing materials, and store pages. Native gamers-turned-linguists, cultural adaptation, and platform-ready delivery from Riga, Latvia.
11+ Languages · EBU R128 · Audible / ACX ready · TPN Gold studio
OVERVIEW
Audiobook production services: from manuscript to platform-ready master
You built a game your local players love. Now it’s ready to travel but the moment a Polish player reads clunky menus, or a German player spots a joke that doesn’t quite land, immersion breaks. That’s what game localization is really about. Not just translating text, but making sure every player in every market feels like the game was made for them. UI strings, in-game dialogue, quest logs, marketing copy, store listings all reworked by people who speak the language AND actually play games.
At DIGI MEDIA in Riga, our game localization services cover the full pipeline from source string extraction all the way through to final LQA testing. Our team pairs native linguists with actual gamers the kind of people who know why “Loot Box” works in one language but needs a completely different name in another. We work across 11+ languages including English, Russian, German, French, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian, Finnish, and Swedish, adapting UI strings, menu labels, character dialogue, quest text, store pages, achievements, and marketing assets for Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Epic Games Store, App Store, and Google Play.
Whether you are an indie studio getting ready for your first international launch, a mid-size developer expanding into Baltic and Nordic markets, or a publisher scaling a multiplayer game across the EU, our game localization services protect your creative vision while making sure your game speaks fluent Estonian, Latvian, and every language your players use. Riga has quietly become one of Europe’s most trusted hubs for game localization we know Baltic gaming culture inside out, and we know how to make your game feel local, wherever it lands.
EDUCATIONAL
What actually happens during professional game localization?
Game localization is way more than translating menus. It’s the process of taking every string, every line of dialogue, every UI label, every quest description and reworking it so a player in another country experiences the same game you built, just in their own language and cultural context.
That means pronunciation quirks, currency formats, date styles, humor that lands, character names that feel right, censorship considerations, platform-specific requirements, and yes testing the whole thing inside the actual game to make sure a translated line doesn’t overflow a button or break the pacing of a cutscene. It’s a technical process handled by people who understand games.
01
String Extraction
We pull every localizable string from your game UI, dialogue, quests, menus, achievements, marketing copy and prepare them for translation without touching your build.
02
Translation & Adaptation
Native linguists who actually play games translate every string adapting tone, humor, character voices, and cultural references for each target market.
03
Linguist Review
A second native linguist reviews the full translation for accuracy, tone consistency, and terminology catching anything the first pass missed.
04
In-Game LQA Testing
We test the localized build inside the actual game checking string overflow, UI truncation, character encoding, and making sure the localization feels native in every scene.
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Platform Delivery
Localized strings delivered in your original file format (JSON, XML, XLIFF, PO, CSV) — ready for the next build. Plus a full LQA report for your dev team.
WHAT WE LOCALIZE
Every piece of game text, localized for the players who'll read it
Our game localization services cover every text asset in your game from the tiniest UI label to full quest narratives — in 11+ languages.
UI & Menu Strings
Buttons, menu labels, HUD elements, settings screens, tooltips every UI string translated with careful attention to character limits and layout.
In-Game Dialogue
Character conversations, quest logs, NPC banter, in-game narration natural-sounding dialogue that matches each character's personality.
Store Pages & Metadata
Steam descriptions, App Store copy, Google Play listings, keywords, trailer subtitles everything players see BEFORE they buy.
Achievements & Trophies
Steam achievements, PlayStation trophies, Xbox milestones witty, on-brand localizations that keep the reward feeling special in every language.
Marketing & Trailers
Launch trailers, promotional videos, press kits, social media copy, advertising the campaign material that gets players excited across every market.
Legal & Support
EULAs, terms of service, privacy policies, patch notes, community guidelines, support articles — legally accurate and culturally appropriate.
KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
Full game localization vs simple translation: what's the difference?
Both convert text into another language, but only one prepares your game for actual launch. Here’s exactly what changes.
DECISION SUPPORT
Is professional game localization right for your studio?
A quick self-check to confirm our game localization services are the right fit for your project.
✓ This service is right for you if
- You're launching your game in Baltic, Nordic, or EU markets
- You need UI strings, dialogue, and metadata all handled together
- You want in-game LQA testing to catch overflow and encoding issues
- You need native linguists who actually play games
- You need Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, or mobile platform compliance
- Cultural adaptation matters — humor, references, character names, censorship
🎮 Typical projects we handle
- Indie game full localization for international launch
- Mobile game translation with LQA for iOS and Android
- MMO and multiplayer game live localization and updates
- Steam and console store page localization for major releases
- Post-launch DLC, expansion, and patch localization
- Full publisher backlog localization across 11+ languages
Not sure if your game needs full localization? Send us your source strings and we’ll return a scoped quote plus a sample test string in 48 hours.
WHO WE HELP
Trusted by studios and publishers launching games across Europe
From bedroom-coded indie hits to AAA console blockbusters our game localization services adapt to every studio size, budget, and platform.
Indie Studios
Small teams launching their first international release full localization support that scales with your budget and timeline.
Mobile Game Studios
iOS and Android developers localizing store pages, in-app text, and push notifications for global App Store and Google Play releases.
AAA Publishers
Console and PC publishers scaling multi-language localization across Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo with strict platform compliance.
Live Service & MMO
MMO, multiplayer, and games-as-a-service teams needing continuous localization for patches, events, seasons, and live content updates.
Console Developers
Console-focused studios needing PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch platform-compliant localization with certification-ready deliverables.
Game Publishers
Publishing houses managing global launches across multiple titles, catalogues, and regional markets with brand-consistent localization.
Esports & Streaming
Esports platforms, streaming services, and competitive gaming ecosystems needing localized tournament UI, chat systems, and content.
VR / AR Studios
Virtual reality and augmented reality game developers localizing immersive experiences for Meta Quest, PSVR, Steam VR, and mobile AR.
Educational & Serious Games
Educational game developers, serious games, and gamified learning platforms localizing content for schools, training, and public sector.
WHY US
Native gamer linguists, LQA testing, and platform-ready builds
Our game localization services combine native-speaker linguists who actually play games, in-game LQA testing, and full platform compliance from Steam to console, mobile to VR.
Every game we localize is handled by native linguists who actually play games the kind of people who know when “Loot Box” needs to become something else entirely, why humor doesn’t translate literally, and how a UI string that fits perfectly in English breaks the layout in German. From string extraction through in-game LQA to final delivery in your original file format, our game localization services support Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Epic Games Store, Meta Quest, iOS, Android, and browser platforms.
LANGUAGES
Native gamer linguists across 11+ languages
Our game localization services cover every major Baltic, Nordic, and Western European gaming market with linguists who actually play games, based in or near our Riga studios.
GB
English
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RU
Russian
RU
DE
German
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FR
French
🇫🇷
EE
Estonian
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LT
Lithuanian
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LV
Latvian
🇱🇻
PL
Polish
🇵🇱
FI
Finnish
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SE
Swedish
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NO
Norwegian
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SEE IT IN ACTION
What game localization actually looks like inside your game
Every localized string is tested inside your actual build checking for overflow, encoding, character consistency, and cultural fit. We deliver localized files in your original format (JSON, XML, XLIFF, PO, CSV) plus a full LQA report ready for your next build.
CREDENTIALS
Certified for enterprise-grade game localization
Every game we localize meets the highest global standards for security, quality, platform compliance, and EU data protection.
TPN Gold Certified
Enterprise content security
Platform Compliant
Steam, Console, Mobile ready
LQA Verified
In-game testing standard
GDPR Compliant
EU data protection
FAQ
Game localization frequently asked questions
Everything indie developers, publishers, and studios need to know about our game localization services.
What is professional game localization?
Game localization is the full process of adapting a game for players in another language and market — not just translating text, but reworking UI strings, dialogue, quests, menus, marketing copy, store pages, cultural references, and platform-specific requirements. Done properly, it includes in-game LQA testing to catch overflow, encoding issues, and layout breaks before launch.
How long does game localization take?
Mobile games (5K-20K words) take 2-3 weeks per language. Mid-size games (20K-100K words) take 4-6 weeks. AAA titles with 100K+ words take 2-6 months depending on complexity. Live-service games and MMOs work on continuous localization cycles for each patch or content release.
Which languages do you localize games into?
Our game localization services cover 11+ languages including English, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian, Finnish, and Swedish always by native linguists who actually play games and understand gaming culture.
Do you offer LQA (Linguistic Quality Assurance)?
Yes. LQA is a core part of every project. We test localized builds inside the actual game — checking string overflow, UI truncation, character encoding, missing translations, and cultural fit. You receive a full LQA report with screenshots, timestamps, and severity ratings.
Do you support Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and mobile platforms?
Yes. We localize for Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Epic Games Store, iOS App Store, Google Play, Meta Quest, and browser platforms. Every localization meets platform-specific technical requirements and certification standards.
What file formats do you accept?
We work with all standard game localization formats — JSON, XML, XLIFF, PO, CSV, YAML, Excel, and platform-specific formats. We also integrate with CAT tools (memoQ, Trados, Crowdin, Lokalise) and can work directly in your existing localization pipeline.
Do you handle in-game dialogue AND marketing/store pages?
Yes — we cover everything text-related in your release. That includes in-game UI, dialogue, quests, achievements, plus marketing copy, Steam store descriptions, App Store listings, trailer subtitles, patch notes, social media, EULAs, and support articles. One team, full launch coverage.
Do you offer live service and DLC localization?
Absolutely. Live-service games, MMOs, and games with regular content drops need continuous localization support. We set up long-term partnerships with dedicated linguists per language, ensuring consistency across seasons, DLC, expansions, patches, and events.
How is game localization different from simple translation?
Simple translation converts text word-for-word. Game localization adapts everything — cultural references, humor, character names, item names, censorship, UI layout, platform requirements — plus in-game testing. It’s the difference between a game that feels foreign and a game that feels made for that market.
How much does game localization cost?
Game localization is priced per source word plus LQA hours, with rates depending on language pair, complexity, and platform requirements. Typical rates start from €0.10-€0.20 per source word. Multi-language and long-term partnerships get significant discounts. Send us your source strings and we return a full scoped quote within 48 hours.
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LET'S TALK
Launch your game to 11+ new markets
Send us your source strings. We'll return a full game localization scope translation, adaptation, LQA testing, and delivery in your original file format within 48 hours.
✓ 24-hour quote · ✓ Native voice narrators · ✓ EBU R128 mastered · ✓ ACX & Audible ready · ✓ TPN Gold studio