Lokalise

Overview

Lokalise is a developer-centric localization platform widely used in game development for its clean API, CI/CD integration, and support for all major game file formats. It integrates AI translation (powered by DeepL and OpenAI) directly into the review workflow, so developers can push string updates from Unity or Unreal and get back translated files without leaving their IDE.

Best For

• Indie studios with continuous localization updates (DLC, patches)
• Teams using CI/CD who want translation in the deployment pipeline
• Projects needing both AI translation and optional human reviewer access

Game Development Use Cases

Key Features

• Native Unity, Unreal, Godot file format support
• GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket integration for automated file sync
• AI translation via DeepL and OpenAI in-platform
• Translation memory and glossary
• Freelance translator marketplace

Pricing

Freemium

Free: 1,000 keys, 1 project. Essential: $120/mo — 5 projects, 15,000 keys. Business: $230/mo — unlimited projects and keys, AI translation credits.

Commercial Use in Games

All plans include commercial game distribution rights for translated content.

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