Keywords Studios acquires XLOC INC.

Based in Raleigh, NC, XLOC has developed the leading web-based integrated globalization content management system for videogames (XLOC), supported by consulting and customisation services. Its proprietary software application can be integrated with any games development platform and enables game developers and publishers to more efficiently manage and automate the complex process of localizing games content across multiple languages and platforms for simultaneous global launches and continuous publishing.

The acquisition of XLOC is in line with Keywords Studios’ strategy to extend its services, with the objective of providing end to end services to its global clients covering all aspects of game production and live operations support.

XLOC was founded in 2004 by Stephanie O’Malley and Mason Deming who had gained extensive experience of the localization process through former roles in production and technology and by advising many leading video game development studios. The founders, along with the rest of the XLOC team, will remain in the Group.

Fabio Minazzi, Global Head of Keywords Studios’ Localization Services, commented: “We are delighted to welcome XLOC’s talented team to Keywords Studios, having worked well together and recommended each other’s solutions across many game titles over several years. XLOC brings to the Group a scalable, leading, proprietary software application that is embedded in to the localization processes of games developers. Its system is relied upon from an earlier stage than Keywords Studios has typically been involved and will enable the Group to provide integrated software and services across the full localization cycle, in addition to offering XLOC as a standalone solution. We look forward to working closely with XLOC to build upon their excellent reputation and loyal client base.”