> When you rewrite a joke because it's not funny in a different language, and the original writers approve, that's not actually censorship but they complain any

> When you rewrite a joke because it's not funny in a different language, and the original writers approve, that's not actually censorship but they complain anyway. humor can be legitimately difficult to translate. I don't complain about them and I don't expect them left as literal translations + editor's notes to explain them in games (although that's a great option for other mediums). The goal should always be to stay as true to the original as possible. > it does serve the creators' desires, which is for people to actually buy their products. That might be one of the most cynical views of art I've read in a good while. I think most creative people want their works to be seen and understood and are doing it for much more than just a paycheck. Ultimately, everyone does hope their games are successful and they want to be able to make a living, but I don't think many writers and artists would put money as their top priority. If all you want is to be rich, there are a million better career choices.