Patch #18: The Localization Beta

The latest update has been released: Release v1.3.0f - Localization Beta

This update adds experimental beta language options for Spanish, French, and German.

Not Final Translations

These languages are available now on the main branch, but they are not final localization. The current translated text is machine-translated placeholder text, and this beta is mainly intended to test Void War’s multi-language font rendering before we move toward final translation work.

English remains the primary reference language. Spanish, French, and German are currently work-in-progress testing options and do not represent final translation quality.

What We Are Testing

Void War has thousands of lines of text, dialogue, events, tooltips, and combat messages, so full localization is a large project. We are using this beta to gauge player interest, identify technical issues, and understand what kind of translation workflow will make the most sense for the game.

The current translations are machine-translated placeholder text, so ordinary translation quality issues are expected. We are not treating these beta language packs as final translation passes.

At this stage, we are mainly looking for feedback on technical localization issues:

• Font rendering problems

• Missing characters or broken symbols

• UI text overflow

• Missing translated strings

• Incorrect language switching behavior

• CSV or language file issues

• Major context errors that make gameplay text confusing or misleading

Language Dropdown

Each beta language is clearly marked as BETA in the language dropdown in the Settings menu. Players will also see an in-game warning before switching to a beta language.

Community Feedback

We are using this beta to gauge player interest, identify technical issues, and better understand what kind of translation workflow makes the most sense for Void War.

We may ultimately use professional localization, community feedback, or some combination of both. For now, the most helpful thing players can do is report specific issues with the beta language packs rather than attempting a full translation pass.

If you try one of the beta languages, please join the Void War Discord and post feedback in the localization channels. The Discord link is available in the bottom-right corner of the main menu.

You can also join the Discord here:

https://discord.gg/4rV32dzxKr

Community Translation Files

Void War’s language files are stored as editable CSV files in the game’s 'lang' folder: C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Steam\\steamapps\\common\\Void War\\lang Players who want to inspect the current beta translations, test fixes locally, or experiment with language edits are welcome to do so.

However, these files should be treated as experimental modding/localization files, not as final official translation files. Full localization is a large production task, and the final workflow may involve professional localization, community feedback, or a combination of both.

If you are interested in doing a larger translation pass, please coordinate with us on Discord first. We do not want anyone to spend a large amount of time on work that may not fit the final localization pipeline.

Thanks to everyone who helps us test and improve Void War’s localization support.

Upcoming Beta Language: Russian

The next upcoming beta language will be Russian. Russian font support is nearly complete and you can expect an update with machine-translated Russian soon.

New Encounters & Balance Changes

Finally, this update comes with a few new encounters, balance changes to the weapons system to make gunship builds more effective, and set of new merchant rumors hinting at strange events beyond known space.

Version Number: Release v1.3.0f

Stability

• Provisional fix for Fleshling crash

Content

• Added 3 new encounters

• Added new merchant dialogue

Gameplay

• Reduced weapons system upgrade costs

• Increased Interfacer HP and decreased DPS

• Increased Interfacer HP and decreased DPS

• Fixed technocult quest outcome looping back on itself

• Fixed gold text in hot object encounter

UI

• Added beta language options for Spanish, French, and German

• Fixed certain local map nodes drawing with the wrong color

• Fixed quest marker draw issues

• Prevented quest markers from appearing in sector 6