### Example Agent Prompt for Cultural Nuances

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

Use this prompt to gather cultural nuances for a new language before starting the localization pipeline. It requests information on tone, player address, typography, idioms, and known indie game localization cases, and asks for a checklist for documentation.

```text
"Собери для меня культурные нюансы локализации игр для <язык>: тон, обращение к игроку, типографика, идиомы, которых нужно избегать, известные кейсы локализации инди-игр. Перепроверь у Gemini. Дай checklist того, что я должен зафиксировать в `AGENTS.md` для этого языка."
```

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### Stimulator Core Loop Example

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Illustrates the flow of a Stimulator (Gym) game loop, emphasizing risk, variable outcomes, and escalation.

```text
Player Decision (risky choice)
  ↓
Variable Feedback (uncertain outcome)
  ↓
Conditional Reward (success or failure)
  ↓
Escalated Next Challenge (harder, stakes higher)
```

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### Balatro Positioning Statement

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Example positioning statement for Balatro, highlighting its Stimulator (Gym) aspects.

```text
Build increasingly complex strategies and outsmart your opponents.
```

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### Stabilizer Core Loop Example

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Illustrates the flow of a Stabilizer (Shelter) game loop, emphasizing predictability and low pressure.

```text
Player Action (predictable)
  ↓
Immediate Feedback (visual/audio confirmation)
  ↓
Visible Reward (clear result)
  ↓
Low-Pressure Next Action (no rush, no risk)
```

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### Stardew Valley Positioning Statement

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Example positioning statement for Stardew Valley, highlighting its Stabilizer (Shelter) aspects.

```text
Build a peaceful home and restore relationships through patient care and community.
```

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### A Short Hike Positioning Statement

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Example positioning statement for A Short Hike, highlighting its Stabilizer (Shelter) aspects.

```text
Explore a cozy world at your own pace and connect with charming characters.
```

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### Elden Ring Positioning Statement

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Example positioning statement for Elden Ring, highlighting its Stimulator/Mixed (Gym) aspects.

```text
Master a vast, dangerous world through skill and exploration.
```

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### Python Script for Syncing and Translating All

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

The `/sync-and-translate-all` command triggers the localization AI agent to read coverage, pull context, perform transcreation, and run validators.

```python
/sync-and-translate-all
```

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### Clone Indie Game Dev Knowledge Base Repository

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/README.md

Use this command to clone the entire knowledge base repository from GitHub to your local machine.

```bash
git clone https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base.git
```

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### Python Script for Deploying to Unity

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

This script, `deploy_to_unity.py`, deploys the localized CSV files to the Unity engine's `StreamingAssets/L10n/` directory.

```python
deploy_to_unity.py --live
```

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### Attribution Template for Knowledge Base Usage

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/README.md

This template outlines the required attribution when using materials from the Indie Game Development Knowledge Base. It specifies the need to credit the original author, link to the repository, and state the license.

```markdown
Organic Game Design (OGD) & Knowledge Base — Dmitrii Zaitsev
Technical Reference by Claude Code
Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base
Licensed: CC BY 4.0
```

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### Mermaid Diagram of Localization Pipeline

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

Visual representation of the continuous localization pipeline, showing the flow from language changes to AI translation, validation, cleanup, export, and deployment.

```mermaid
flowchart TD
    A[Изменение в эталонном языке<br/>localization/ru/] --> B{Что изменилось?}
    B -->|Новый ключ| C[Добавлен в ru/<br/>через AI игрового проекта]
    B -->|Изменён текст| D[Метка #upd в ru/]
    B -->|Удалён ключ| E[Осиротевшие ключи<br/>в других языках]

    C --> F[/sync-and-translate-all/]
    D --> F
    E --> G[cleanup_orphaned_keys.py --live]

    F --> H[check_translation_coverage.py<br/>Что нужно перевести?]
    H --> I[AI-агент локализации:<br/>транскреация с контекстом<br/>glossary + references]
    I --> J[validate_all.py<br/>+ glossary + typography + spelling]

    J -->|Ошибки| I
    J -->|OK| K[cleanup_upd_markers.py --live<br/>Снимаем метки #upd]

    K --> L[export_to_csv.py<br/>YAML → CSV]
    L --> M[deploy_to_unity.py --live<br/>CSV → StreamingAssets/L10n/]
    M --> N[Движок подхватывает<br/>при следующем фокусе]

    G --> L

    style A fill:#e8f5e9
    style F fill:#fff3e0
    style I fill:#e3f2fd
    style J fill:#fce4ec
    style N fill:#e8f5e9
```

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### Python Script for Cleaning Orphaned Keys

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

This Python script, `cleanup_orphaned_keys.py`, is used in the localization pipeline to manage keys that have been removed from the source language but still exist in other languages.

```python
cleanup_orphaned_keys.py --live
```

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### Decision Tree: Game Type (Shelter, Gym, Pendulum, Buffet)

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Use this tree to determine the core type of your game based on its primary loop and player experience goals. Helps in aligning mechanics and design choices.

```text
START
  ↓
Do you have ONE clear core loop?
├─ NO → Buffet is your type (accept cognitive risk, design carefully)
│
└─ YES
  ├─ Does the loop feel like control, routine, accumulation?
  │ └─ YES → Shelter (dominant Stabilizer)
  │
  └─ Does the loop feel like risk, challenge, adaptation?
    └─ YES → Gym (dominant Stimulator)
    
    OR
    
    Do you want BOTH, but in SEPARATE phases?
    ├─ YES → Pendulum (with clear phase separation)
    └─ NO → Commit to one; mixing without separation = Dissonance
```

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### Python Script for Exporting to CSV

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

The `export_to_csv.py` script handles the conversion of localization files from YAML format to CSV for further processing.

```python
export_to_csv.py
```

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### Python Script for Checking Translation Coverage

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

This script, `check_translation_coverage.py`, determines which translations are needed within the localization pipeline.

```python
check_translation_coverage.py
```

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### Python Script for Validation

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

The `validate_all.py` script is responsible for validating translations against glossaries, typography rules, and spelling.

```python
validate_all.py --glossary --typography --spelling
```

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### Python Script for Cleaning Update Markers

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/Guides/Production/continuous-localization-pipeline.md

This script, `cleanup_upd_markers.py`, is used to remove the `#upd` markers from translated strings once they have been reviewed and approved.

```python
cleanup_upd_markers.py --live
```

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### Decision Tree: Mechanic Inclusion

Source: https://github.com/dim-s/indie-gamedev-knowledge-base/blob/main/_autodocs/quick-lookup-guide.md

Evaluate whether a new mechanic serves a player deficit and aligns with your game's core type and design principles. Helps prevent feature creep and dissonance.

```text
START (considering a mechanic)
  ↓
What is the core action?
  ↓
Does it serve a real player deficit (Sphere + Stabilizer/Stimulator)?
├─ NO → Remove it (feature creep)
│
└─ YES
  ├─ Does it align with my game type (Shelter/Gym)?
  │ ├─ NO → Causes Dissonance; reconsider or create clear phase boundary
  │ │
  │ └─ YES
  │   └─ Does sensory layer match mechanical intent?
  │     └─ YES → Add mechanic
  │     └─ NO → Adjust sensory first
  │
  └─ Is the Entry Barrier still low?
    └─ NO → Simplify mechanic or tutorial
```

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