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Localization

Specialized Craft

Bridging language, game design, production, and technology. We transform a game’s rules, lore, and digital implementations into a coherent, functional, and player-friendly experience.

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Localization & Cultural Adaptation

Translating a tabletop game requires more than word-for-word conversion; it requires preserving the mechanics, tone, and immersion of your world across different cultures. We specialize in bringing games into the French and Portuguese markets (and vice-versa).

  • Rulebook Translation: Clear, precise phrasing to prevent mechanical ambiguity.
  • Component Consistency: Standardized terminology across cards, boards, and player aids.
  • Narrative Flavor: Adapting lore, humor, and worldbuilding to resonate naturally with the target audience.
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Digital Implementation & Scripting

Before a game goes to print, it must be rigorously tested. We build highly functional, automated digital prototypes that allow creators and playtesters to focus on the game itself, rather than struggling with virtual components.

  • Tabletop Simulator (TTS) Mods: Crafting visually appealing and intuitive digital environments.
  • Advanced Lua Scripting: Automating board setup, card dealing, and complex game-state mechanics.
  • Playtest Optimization: Streamlining the digital flow to mimic the physical experience as closely as possible.
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Structural Editing & Consultation

A great game can falter if its rules are difficult to grasp. We act as fresh, analytical eyes on your rulebook, ensuring that the learning curve is smooth and that edge-cases are accounted for before manufacturing begins.

  • Blind Playtest Review: Identifying bottlenecks in rule comprehension.
  • Structural Flow: Reorganizing rulebooks for intuitive reading and quick reference.
  • Mechanic Clarification: Eliminating loopholes and ensuring terminology is watertight.

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