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Why might incorrect translations occur in video games?
Why might incorrect translations occur in video games?
- The English source text is usually incorrect.
- Translators often have limited context when translating a video game. (correct)
- Testers do not have access to the translation and the English source text.
- Translators intentionally make mistakes in the translation.
Inconsistency occurs when the same specific term appears with a different translation.
Inconsistency occurs when the same specific term appears with a different translation.
True (A)
What should you not edit in a MTF?
What should you not edit in a MTF?
- Text issues
- Codes within a string (correct)
- Variables within a string
- Anything related to your language
What is the purpose of a Master Text File (MTF)?
What is the purpose of a Master Text File (MTF)?
What is the purpose of the English source text in a Master Text File?
What is the purpose of the English source text in a Master Text File?
True or false: Each text in a video game is called a 'string' and can contain one word or long paragraphs?
True or false: Each text in a video game is called a 'string' and can contain one word or long paragraphs?
Which document is used to keep track of all text changes?
Which document is used to keep track of all text changes?
True or false: A glossary is a list of specific terms and definitions used for a specific project?
True or false: A glossary is a list of specific terms and definitions used for a specific project?
True or false: When you fix a text issue, you will see the changes immediately in the game.
True or false: When you fix a text issue, you will see the changes immediately in the game.
True or false: To implement a text change, entering an entry in the changelog is enough.
True or false: To implement a text change, entering an entry in the changelog is enough.
Which of the following are examples of a text issue that can be fixed by editing the game? Choose multiple answers.
Which of the following are examples of a text issue that can be fixed by editing the game? Choose multiple answers.
What issue arises due to cultural differences in game translation?
What issue arises due to cultural differences in game translation?
What should testers do if a term is present in the glossary for a specific project?
What should testers do if a term is present in the glossary for a specific project?
