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I asked in main forum, but I ask in mod forum again.

I think it would be great if we could translate this game to other language as a part of modding. Then someone can upload it in the forum as a language mod, then others can enjoy. If someone make such language mod early, that will help to increase sales and accessibility fast.

It doesn't need to translate every single English words to other languages. Rather, just translation of important parts or core parts (main menu, right-click commands, some important features in GUI) would be enough to increase accessibility and lower the entry barrier. (Maybe tutorial would be fine as well)

We don't need to translate units and factions and weapons and mission briefings or etc, because we cannot translate all those user faction/weapon mods every time when someone develops a new mod. Plus, full translation takes too much time and effort. Full translation should be far future effort.

I remember there was a discussion regarding translation in beta or alpha forum, but I cannot find those. But anyway, such 'partial-translation for core parts' would be good enough for further expansion of this game.

Question is, is this possible? If it is, which files should be translated? Also, is this game supports Asian fonts like Japanese and Korean?

Currently the tutorial mode hints can be translated. They're found in the data\gameguide folder. I'm not sure which character sets work, but at least the Cyrillic characters have been tested. Always use an advanced editor such as Notepad++.

I believe the support for full game localization will be one of my main tasks during the next six months. Of course, unit/weapon/ammo names and such won't be translated, but all the buttons, scenario briefings, tooltips etc. Perhaps players can help with the process.

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Currently the tutorial mode hints can be translated. They're found in the data\gameguide folder. I'm not sure which character sets work, but at least the Cyrillic characters have been tested. Always use an advanced editor such as Notepad++.

I believe the support for full game localization will be one of my main tasks during the next six months. Of course, unit/weapon/ammo names and such won't be translated, but all the buttons, scenario briefings, tooltips etc. Perhaps players can help with the process.

Thank you.

If you start works for localization, please let me know. I know some people who is interested to translate this game's menu and buttons, and I can connect him to you. That will save your time and effort.