Behind the global success of Japanese video games lies a delicate task: appealing to overseas players whose expectations on issues such as sexism are increasingly influencing the content of major titles. With the majority of sales for big games now outside Japan, everything from slang words to characters' costumes must be carefully considered for a global audience. "The quality of localization could vary greatly from one title to the next," said the SEGA of America team who worked on "Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth" -- the latest title in the hit "Yakuza" series, releasing on Friday.
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