Culture Shock: Navigating Cultural Differences in Media
Exploring the impact of cultural differences on various media forms is a crucial aspect of understanding the global landscape of entertainment. In this special issue of Polygon, we delve into the complexities of text localization, character design, religious considerations, and censorship that arise when games, shows, and movies are released in different territories. These differences can also lead to changes in content when media circulates back to its home country.