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Powering Global Expansion: How Our LQA Excellence Helped a Leading UK Game Publisher Win Worldwide
Powering Global Expansion: How Our LQA Excellence Helped a Leading UK Game Publisher Win Worldwide

Executive Summary

In the fast-paced world of gaming, delivering a localized experience that resonates with players is the key to global success. A leading UK-based electronic game publisher—renowned for its collaborations with industry giants like Sony Pictures, Dreamworks, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network—faced the monumental task of ensuring its IP-driven titles maintained high quality across diverse international markets. Leveraging our 20+ years of expertise, we provided a comprehensive Localization Quality Assurance (LQA) solution that accelerated their global expansion and ensured a seamless launch across 25+ countries.


The Challenge: Tight Windows and High Stakes

With a portfolio of 28 titles and a distribution network spanning Los Angeles, London, and Madrid, the client required a stable and reliable language partner to handle the complexities of multi-language launches.

The project presented three primary hurdles:

1.Extreme Turnaround Times: The client required detailed LQA reports for six different languages within a 24-hour window.

2.Technical Constraints: Large, high-definition video assets were difficult to transfer due to network latency, threatening to eat into the already limited testing time.

3.Expertise Requirements: The project demanded more than just "bug hunters"; it required professional LQA engineers capable of providing player-centric optimization suggestions.


Our Strategic Solution

To meet these rigorous demands, we deployed a multi-faceted approach combining technical optimization with deep linguistic expertise.

1. Technical Optimization & Speed

To mitigate the delay caused by slow file transfers, our technical engineers optimized Filezilla parameters and server settings. By maximizing download speeds and stability for massive HD video assets, we reclaimed critical hours for our testing team, ensuring they had the maximum time possible to conduct thorough reviews.

2. Comprehensive LQA Testing Framework

Our team conducted a tiered testing process to ensure every aspect of the game was "global-ready":

Cosmetic & UI Testing: We verified that text displayed correctly across all interfaces—from the home screen to character profiles and item descriptions—identifying issues like font truncation, overlapping text, and garbled characters.

Linguistic Precision: Beyond simple typos, we audited grammar, spelling, and omissions to ensure the narrative's soul remained intact in every language.

Cultural Compliance: We performed rigorous checks for cultural sensitivities, including religious icons, legal compliance, taboos, and local customs to prevent any potential PR risks in regional markets.

Regression Testing: Following the client’s initial bug fixes, we performed a final round of regression testing to ensure all corrections were implemented perfectly without introducing new issues.

3. Dedicated Project Management

Our test leads remained on-call 24/7, acting as a bridge between all stakeholders to ensure communication remained fluid and that every feedback loop was closed instantly.


The Results: A Flawless Global Launch

Through our agile response and meticulous attention to detail, we delivered the final reports ahead of the client's deadline. The results spoke for themselves:

100% LQA Satisfaction Rate: Every identified bug was addressed, ensuring a polished final product.

24-Hour Responsive Service: Our "always-on" approach provided the client with the peace of mind needed for a high-stakes release.

Seamless Expansion: With the bugs squashed and the localization perfected, the client successfully launched their titles on schedule, further cementing their status as a global leader in licensed gaming.


About Us

Founded in 2000, we are a premier localization solution provider with over two decades of experience. As one of China's leading language service enterprises, we pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships based on integrity and excellence, helping thousands of apps and games reach their full potential on the world stage.


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