Open World: Your Game Localization Podcast

Love is in the air 💕 And believe us, this episode will make you fall in love with localization all over again. Guest: Arthur Flew, brings over 18 years of localization leadership experience from industry giants like Epic Games and Blizzard Entertainment, contributing to projects such as World of Warcraft, Diablo III, Overwatch, Fortnite, and Unreal Engine. Outside his professional realm, Arthur's interests are as diverse as his expertise, with a love for gaming, Star Wars, Marvel, DC, and unwavering support for the Lakers. May the Loc Force guide you in this journey to the heart of gaming localization!

In today’s episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of culturalization in video games. Join us as we uncover the importance of bridging cultures through gaming and creating meaningful experiences for diverse audiences worldwide!

This week, our star guest is Emily Scahill, Head of Client Success and HR wizard at Skillsearch. She is their go-to guru for recruitment across the games and interactive industries. On the geeky side, Emily is a founding member of the Skillsearch Dungeons and Dragons Society and, more recently, joined other brainiacs on the company’s quiz team.

🌟 In this episode, our hosts will share their best tips to get the most out of a video game conference, from networking to finding business opportunities. Have you ever attended a video game conference? Which one?

What if we told you that localization is the Cinderella of the games ball? Discover why in today’s episode of Open World featuring Olga Petrova! With over 15 years in video games, Olga has evolved from being a freelance translator in her college days to becoming a localization leader and shaping global gaming experiences. She has shipped more than 200 localized games, managed the regional launches of MMORPGs, supported live mobile games and delivered one of them to the Netflix gaming platform in 33 languages.

Join our hosts as they explore the world of accessibility in gaming, where inclusivity meets innovation. Let’s discuss the game-changing features that empower players with disabilities, from remappable keys for enhanced mobility to color-blind options and adaptive controllers!

Estelle Bailly, a Localization Director at Hi-Rez Studios, shares her journey in the video game industry. Don’t miss her insights into the imposter phenomenon, the future of technology, and more!

In this episode, our hosts discuss the differences between EU and LATAM Spanish and share their favorite localization examples. Which games do you think have nailed their European or Latin American Spanish localization?

What's life like as a Senior Test Services Manager at PlayStation? Nadine Martin tells us all about it in this week’s episode of Open World. Don’t miss her advice for those who are just getting started in the industry!

History and real-life can blend with video games in epic ways. Let’s discuss how these virtual worlds transport us to different eras, from ancient civilizations to post-WWII Los Angeles.