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[IRONFIST Studios]

Hi guys,

Wanting to localize our mobile game. 
Does anyone know of a reputable translation site that is also not too expensive?

Only need about 150 words, from English to 10 other languages.
It will be used just for in our App Description part.

Thanks!

[Thomas_R]

Hi,

While there are quite a few reputable and more or less affordable corporate localization providers, have you thought about using single freelancers instead (since you're mentioning the cost factor)?

The catch is that agencies, as a rule of thumb, will charge you twice as much as a freelancer will do to cover their project management work. Engaging a freelancer for every language will obviously involve more administrative effort, but it helps keep costs down. Plus, you'll get to know the people who actually do the loc work, which, in turn, can speed turnaround times.

As a trained and experienced translator, I could personally assist you with the German localization and might also be able to find colleagues for a few other languages. Just drop me a line if interested.

Best,
Thomas

[eyeliner]

Yep, what Thomas_R wrote. I worked as a translator for pennies when the agency behind me was way more taxing to the client.

Post and ad at ProZ.com or something. That way, you'll get direct contact with the translators. Or, if you want Portuguese localization, I can do it.

[oahda]

I'm not a reputable translation service, but I'm a linguistically adept individual who'd be happy to have a look at a Swedish version if that's among the desired languages. Perhaps my girlfriend, a linguistics student, could have her go at Norwegian.

[WildFactor]

Freelancer usually give you a slightly better translation (they care a little more).
There is a list of company here:
https://developer.apple.com/internationalization/#vendors

[loudo]

You can try Crowdin localization service to get you community involved in your translation. So you just have to pay a basic plan for few months and encourage your community to translate during a short period maybe by offering new features if the goal is achieved. If you can run your own server, you can try Pootle for free.

These two options need a decent community.

[grayger]

I may help you for free if you want to translate English to Korean and the description is not too long.

[Uncle Scotty]

Personally I'd check out Fiverr.com - I've never used it for translation but have had good luck with other services. Just make sure you order from someone who has a good rating.