We hope this message finds you well and brimming with curiosity because we have an exciting announcement to share. As part of our "The Dev Talk Chronicles" series, we're thrilled to invite you to an lecture by a renowned game developer.
Lecture
Cyberpunk 2077 demanded the adaptation of over a million words and the coordination of voice-over recording for 80,000+ dialogue lines across 11 languages. This presentation outlines CD PROJEKT RED's Localization team approach and tools developed for this colossal task, covering topics like localization strategy, vendor management, building an in-house localization team, and voice-over prep. We'll offer an in-depth look at the localization data pipeline and related tools, using Cyberpunk 2077 as a case study to emphasize the crucial partnership between Tech and Localization teams for success. We'll share achievements, challenges, and future improvements.
Mikołaj Szwed
At the time of this lecture, he has been working at CD Project Red for over 13 years. Currently, he holds the position of Localization Director, previously he worked as a senior localization producer, producer, associate producer, localization specialist and junior localization coordinator. Before he started working with CDP, he was a freelancer.
CD Project Red
CD Projekt Red, often referred to as CDPR, is a renowned video game development and publishing company based in Poland. Established in 1994, CD Projekt Red has become a prominent player in the gaming industry, known for its dedication to creating immersive, narrative-driven role-playing games.
The company's most notable achievement is "The Witcher" series, which is based on the book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. "The Witcher" games are celebrated for their rich storytelling, complex characters, and open-world exploration. The critically acclaimed "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" is a standout title that catapulted CD Projekt Red to international recognition.
CD Projekt Red is also the studio behind the highly anticipated "Cyberpunk 2077," which offers a dystopian future setting, cutting-edge graphics, and a gripping narrative.
