O Jogador Como Personagem: Imersão na Narrativa Interativa do Jogo Digital Little Goody Two Shoes por meio da tradução e localização em pt-BR

Abstract

In contemporary digital games, immersion is a central element that ensures the player to become emotionally and cognitively engaged with the narrative. Little Goody Two Shoes exemplifies using Terres et al. (2024) and O’Hagan and Mangiron (2013) as a base on how factors such as ergodic literature, diffuse authorship, and rhizomatic structure combine to create deep narrative experiences in which the player’s choices shape the progression of the story, enabling multiple paths and possible endings. The day-and-night cycle, activity-based progression, and the management of the protagonist’s attributes contribute to an interactive experience that demands attention, exploration, and meaningful decision-making. In this context, translation plays a crucial role. Clear understanding of instructions, dialogues, and descriptions allows the player to interact effectively with the environment, comprehend objectives, and explore the narrative without frustration. Accurate and contextually appropriate translation reinforces immersion, while errors or inadequate adaptations can compromise the player’s sense of control and engagement, affecting the interpretation of the story and the overall experience. The objective of this study is to analyze how the convergence of immersion, translation, ergodic literature, diffuse authorship, and rhizomatic structure contributes to the construction of interactive and personalized experiences in Little Goody Two Shoes, highlighting the relevance of translation and localization as tools that enhance exploration, decision-making, and the unique player experience.