Did Project X Zone 2 Reference All These Things in Japanese?
This crossover game references many games and companies. Were these references in the Japanese version too?
Here’s What All Those Foreign Signs in Street Fighter II Say
Street Fighter II takes place all over the world, so there are signs in many languages. What do they say?
How a Translation Oversight Led Chun-Li to Become a “Family Man”
This is the perfect example of why game translators must keep all possible scenarios in mind at all times.
How the “Over 9000” Meme Was Inserted into Street Fighter X Tekken’s Translation
This English scene features an ultra-popular Internet meme. But what did it originally say in Japanese?
How to Pronounce Ryu’s Name
How do you pronounce Ryu's name? The question has baffled gamers around the world for decades.
Tricky Translations #2: The Four Heavenly Kings
Here's why the phrase "Four Heavenly Kings" appears in so many translations and why it's surprisingly tough to translate.
Why the Letter “W” Appears in Japanese Games All the Time
The letter W often appears in Japanese text for no apparent reason. What does it mean?