Game Localization for Indie Games. Learn how proper localization boosts Steam wishlists, global reach, and revenue, with expert insights from Alconost’s Yana Tarasevich.Did you know only 36% of Steam players use English as their primary language? If you’re shipping your indie game in English-only, you're missing a huge global audience, and leaving potential wishlists and sales on the table.🌐 Connect with Yana:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yana-tarasevich-ab4993a1/Alconost: https://alconost.com/en/localization/gamesChapters:00:00 – Introduction and Steam Language Statistics02:37 – How Localization Boosts Wishlists and Player Engagement05:07 – Chinese Market Opportunities and Challenges06:36 – AI's Impact on Localization Costs08:36 – Translation vs Localization: Understanding the Difference12:09 – When to Start Considering Localization15:57 – Technical Preparation for Localization Ready Games24:07 – Budgeting and Cost Factors for Indie Developers28:52 – AI Translation: Benefits and Limitations33:38 – Timeline Expectations for Localization Projects40:51 – Common Mistakes and Best Practices42:50 – Working with Professional Localization Services45:15 – Yana's Indie Game Recommendation50:52 – Connecting with Alconost and Final Thoughts🏆 7 Day Marketing Foundations Challenge: https://freakingcoolindies.com/resources/📬 Newsletter: https://freakingcoolindies.com/newsletter/🎙️ Learn on the go:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2doPqk8Q9IKstjLDdSMn9nApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaking-cool-indies/id1824774892❤️ CONNECT WITH ME 🕸️ Website: https://freakingcoolindies.com/🐦 Twitter: / https://x.com/F_Cool_Indies🎵 TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@freakingcoolindies💼 LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnone/🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/freakingcoolindies.com