Difference Between Localization of a Game Product and Application Software CT-GAME Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16expert · hard

   A game and a companion mobile app are being localized for Korea. The game has a humorous dialogue with cultural references, while the app provides game statistics and account management. How should the localization approach differ?

   • AThe game should focus on legal text, while the app should focus on character dialogue.
   • BThe game should use a literal translation to preserve the original meaning, while the app should adapt cultural references.
   • CThe game should adapt humor and cultural references, while the app should focus on clear, accurate, and functional text.
   • DBoth should use the same translation style to maintain brand consistency.
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2. 17application · medium

   A game studio is localizing a visual novel for Brazil. The game includes a joke about a local Brazilian politician. The translator suggests replacing it with a joke about a fictional character. Why is this a valid localization decision?

   • ABecause the translator is not familiar with Brazilian politics.
   • BBecause Brazilian players would not understand the original joke's context.
   • CBecause the joke is too long to fit in the text box.
   • DBecause the original joke is offensive in Brazil.
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4. 18application · medium

   A game's dialogue includes a pun that only works in English. The localization team is considering how to handle it for the French version. What is the best approach?

   • ATranslate the pun literally into French.
   • BAdd a footnote explaining the English pun.
   • CReplace the pun with a French pun that has a similar humorous effect.
   • DRemove the pun and replace it with a serious line.
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5. 19foundation · easy

   Why is text length limit a technical constraint in game localization?

   • AGame UI elements often have fixed sizes, so translated text must fit within those bounds.
   • BText length limits are imposed by the game engine's programming language.
   • CText length limits are only relevant for applications, not games.
   • DText length limits are only for voice-over, not for on-screen text.
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6. 20foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of a cultural element that may require adaptation in a game?

   • AThe game's frame rate and resolution settings.
   • BThe game's file size and installation time.
   • CThe game's save file format.
   • DThe color of a character's outfit.
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