Handling Alternate Names?

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Handling Alternate Names?

Postby VideoGameCritic » January 23rd, 2025, 3:45 pm

So currently I'm reviewing a Japanese import called Tenchi wo Kurau II. Apparently its official name in America is "Warriors of Fate" (in the arcade I presume).

Usually I post under the title that I'm actually reviewing (the Japanese one in this case) but sometimes I wonder if I should make special mention of alternate names, outside of the review text Maybe something like "also known as..." In some cases it would make it easier for readers to search for games.

I'd like to hear your thoughts and suggestions.

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Re: Handling Alternate Names?

Postby Retro STrife » January 24th, 2025, 6:31 am

I think the first question, at least with some games, is whether to use the more recognizable English name, even when playing the Japanese version. Either way, I might use a parentheses in this situation, like doing this for the review title:

Tenchi wo Kurau II (Warriors of Fate)

Tenchi wo Kurau II (a.k.a. Warriors of Fate)

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And if you prefer to list it by the English name, then you could flip the two.

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Re: Handling Alternate Names?

Postby VideoGameCritic » January 24th, 2025, 7:02 pm

I really like this suggestion Retro, as it allows both names to be searchable.


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