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Myizz

Recruit
May 14, 2023
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Dear Paradox team,

First and foremost, I would like to express my appreciation for the incredible games your team has developed over the years. As an avid player, I have spent countless hours immersed in your games. However, I have encountered a slight challenge that I believe could enhance the gaming experience for many players in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region.

While playing your games in English, I sometimes struggle to fully comprehend all the intricacies and details. It is not an issue specific to your games alone; rather, it is a general difficulty faced by non-native English speakers. Therefore, I would like to propose a suggestion for your future games: the inclusion of the Arabic language.

By incorporating Arabic as a language option, you would open the doors to a vast and enthusiastic player base in the MENA region. I am aware that some members of the Arabic community have attempted to create mods to introduce Arabic language support, but they encountered significant challenges along the way. Thus, it would be immensely beneficial if the official game releases included Arabic language support right from the start.

As passionate fans of your games, we eagerly await new titles and expansions. Adding Arabic language support would not only make your games more accessible to the MENA community but also demonstrate your commitment to inclusivity and diversity. It would allow us to fully engage with the rich narratives and intricate mechanics of your games, thereby deepening our enjoyment and connection to your creations.

I sincerely hope that you will take this suggestion into consideration for your future endeavors. Your efforts to accommodate the diverse gaming community would be highly valued and greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to continuing my journey with your remarkable games.
 
I'm sorry to disappoint you, but new languages are virtually never added to existing games - the economics of it just do not work out.

So far it seems that your language was not adjudged to be economically viable (ie the initial translation and ongoing support costs would not result in enough extra sales to make a profit) , but for future games who knows! With new games in development, all such options are considered each time by that particular development team, product manager and marketing.
 
I want to express my gratitude for your response and clarify that the suggestion I presented represents a large and passionate gaming community in the MENA region. We are eager to convey our message to you.

While I understand that language support decisions require careful consideration of market demand and resources, I sincerely hope you seriously consider this suggestion for future projects.

I appreciate your attention and value your dedication to providing an exceptional gaming experience. I eagerly anticipate future releases, hoping to enjoy your games with Arabic language support.