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Accelerates Global Game Translation with Custom Airtable Extensions

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Challenge

Riot Games managed continuous multilingual updates for League of Legends: Wild Rift using fragmented tools and manual workflows. This created inefficiencies, slowed delivery, and limited translation accuracy across global markets.

Results

InAir built a unified Airtable system with custom extensions that automated translation workflows, integrated version control, and enhanced localization accuracy. The solution replaced multiple tools, accelerated delivery, and scaled global translation within one month.

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About the company

Riot Games is a global video game developer and publisher known for industry-leading titles like League of Legends and Valorant. With a player community spanning the globe, Riot focuses on delivering high-quality, localized gaming experiences through innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology.

Custom Extensions Transformed Global Translation Into A Unified, Scalable Workflow

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Riot Games, a global video game development company, engaged InAir to develop custom Airtable extensions and scripts to streamline translation processes for League of Legends: Wild Rift's iOS version.

The project required designing and implementing specialized workflow automations with a tight one-month deadline. Our solution replaced all existing custom software with a single comprehensive system owned and operated by their team, focusing on project management and translation optimization.


Translation Workflows Rebuilt With Scale And Accuracy

CHALLENGE

Riot Games faced significant operational challenges managing continuous translation updates for their global mobile gaming platform. Their existing systems lacked integration capabilities and created workflow bottlenecks that impacted game deployment schedules.

  • Continuous Translation Requirements – Constant updates needed for League of Legends: Wild Rift across multiple languages.
  • Collaboration Inefficiencies – Existing Airtable implementation lacked advanced automation capabilities.
  • System Fragmentation – Multiple custom software solutions created integration complexities.


Engineering Clarity Replaced Complexity.

SOLUTION

InAir partnered with Riot Games to develop a suite of custom Airtable extensions and integrations tailored to their unique translation workflow requirements. The implementation focused on creating a seamless workflow that could handle high-volume translation processing while maintaining quality and version control. Our approach prioritized both automation efficiency and ease of use for the translation team members who would be using the system daily.

  • Developed Unique Block/Revert Extension – Created specialized functionality for managing translation approval processes.
  • Created Bulk Rework, Rework Triggers, and Data Tracking Extensions – Streamlined repetitive tasks and enhanced tracking capabilities.
  • Integrated Google Translate For Preview Translations – Provided instant preliminary translations to accelerate workflow.
  • Validated Permissions And Applied The Workflow To Other Games – Ensured secure access while expanding implementation across multiple titles.



Translation Scaled. Version Control Restored. Delivery Accelerated

RESULT

The custom Airtable solution for Riot Games delivered powerful localization capabilities under a tight one-month deadline. By replacing fragmented systems with a unified platform, we eliminated translation errors while significantly accelerating content delivery for League of Legends: Wild Rift and other game titles. Players worldwide now experience smoother, more accurate gameplay in their native languages thanks to the streamlined workflow.

  • One-Month Turnaround: Met a critical project deadline by delivering a complete solution in just one month.
  • Unified Platform: Replaced all custom software with one system fully owned by their team.
  • Optimized Global Performance: Reduced translation bugs, accelerated content delivery, and enhanced the player experience worldwide.