Difference Between Full and Partial Localization Testing CT-GAME Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   What aspect of the testing strategy is most affected by the choice of localization depth?

   • AThe test environment configuration.
   • BThe test data preparation.
   • CTest coverage and resource allocation.
   • DThe choice of test automation tools.
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2. 2application · hard

   A studio is deciding whether to fully or partially localize a game for the Chinese market. The game has a large amount of text and voice-over, but the target market is known for preferring localized content. The studio has a high budget but a short timeline. What is the most important factor in this decision?

   • AThe market preference for localized content is the only factor that matters, so full localization is mandatory regardless of the timeline.
   • BThe high budget allows for full localization, but the short timeline may require a trade-off, such as reducing the scope of voice-over or increasing the QA team size.
   • CThe short timeline is the most critical constraint, so partial localization (text-only) is the only viable option to meet the release date.
   • DThe large amount of text and voice-over makes full localization impossible, so partial localization is the only choice.
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4. 3application · medium

   A mid-sized studio is releasing a narrative-driven RPG in Brazil. The game has 80,000 lines of dialogue, full voice-over in English, and complex UI text. The publisher's budget allows for translating all text and subtitles, but not re-recording voice-over. The target market is large and expects high-quality localization. What should the testing strategy focus on?

   • ATest only the translated text for spelling and grammar, since voice-over remains in English and does not require localization testing.
   • BPerform full localization testing, including voice-over re-recording, to meet the high expectations of the Brazilian market.
   • CSkip subtitle testing and focus only on UI text, since subtitles are a minor element compared to the main game interface.
   • DTest all translated text, subtitles, and UI for linguistic accuracy, while verifying that English voice-over still syncs with translated subtitles and that cultural references in text are appropriate for Brazilian players.
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5. 4expert · hard

   A game is being fully localized for the Saudi Arabian market. The game includes religious symbols, historical references, and character dialogue. The localization team has translated all text, re-recorded voice-over in Arabic, and adapted graphics to remove prohibited content. During testing, a tester finds that a character's gesture, which is acceptable in the source culture, is considered offensive in Saudi Arabia. What is the most appropriate action?

   • AIgnore the gesture because it is a minor visual element and does not affect the gameplay or text.
   • BReport the gesture as a cultural appropriateness defect and work with the development team to replace or remove the gesture in the localized version.
   • CDocument the gesture as a known issue but release the game anyway, since the text and voice-over are fully localized.
   • DChange the game's rating to a higher age rating to avoid the cultural issue.
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6. 5foundation · easy

   What is a primary business reason for choosing full localization?

   • ATo enter a large, high-revenue market with a complete localized experience.
   • BTo avoid legal compliance issues by not localizing.
   • CTo minimize costs by localizing only text.
   • DTo reduce testing effort by limiting the scope of localization.
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