Text expansion for game porting
What text expansion means for game porting. A practical guide for game studios, publishers, and technical teams.
Definition
Text expansion covers language, regional requirements, and the practical details of shipping worldwide. It covers the work needed to move an existing game to another platform without breaking the intended player experience.
Why it matters
Teams need a shared meaning for text expansion before they estimate work, define acceptance criteria, or prepare a release. A clear definition keeps scope discussions concrete and gives QA something specific to verify.
