Game SWE
Swedish for Game Developers
Learn Swedish
TOGETHER WITH OTHER
DEVELOPERS IN THE COMMUNITY
Game SWE
Swedish for Game Developers
Learn Swedish
TOGETHER WITH OTHER GAME DEVELOPERS IN THE COMMUNITY
Game SWE
Swedish for Game Developers
Thrive Beyond Work in Sweden
LEARN SWEDISH ALONGSIDE FELLOW GAME DEVELOPERS
Registration for GameSWE Spring 2025 opens in December 2024
GameSWE - Swedish for Game Developers
Welcome to GameSWE - Swedish Language Training Tailored for Game Developers
As a game developer living in Sweden, your work life might be thriving, but what about everything outside of work?
Learning Swedish isn’t just about the language — it’s about feeling at home, building connections, and thriving in your personal life.
With GameSWE, we offer more than a language course. This program is designed specifically for game developers giving you the tools to embrace Swedish life beyond the office.
Organized and taught by Like A Native, our courses focus on making your transition to life in Sweden smoother and more enjoyable.
Enhance well-being and team spirit
GameSWE doesn’t just help individuals — it creates a more connected, inclusive and positive workplace.
Employers who invest in this program report significant improvements in employee satisfaction and retention, according to their feedback to us at Like A Native.
t’s a language course, but it’s also about making your employees feel like they belong.
Our clients call GameSWE "a key part of our retention strategy," because it helps game developers feel more settled, supported, and engaged in their new environment.
A Unique Opportunity for Game Developers and Their Partners/Spouses
What sets GameSWE apart from other language courses is the inclusion of partners and spouses.
We are proud that this program provides a special opportunity for accompanying partners/spouses to integrate into Swedish life alongside game developers, fostering a sense of belonging and community for all.
By welcoming partners/spouses, GameSWE supports the well-being of entire families, making the transition to life in Sweden smoother and more enjoyable.
This approach helps everyone feel more connected to the local culture and community, creating a positive, supportive environment both at home and at work.
This unique benefit ensures that all participants, whether employees or their accompanying partners/spouses, get the right support to thrive in Sweden.
Tailored for game developers' unique needs
From day one, our courses focus on real-life communication, ensuring our studnets learn the Swedish that matters — for life outside of work as well as casual conversations with the Swedish work colleagues.
Whether you’re grabbing coffee at a local café, chatting with friends, or navigating Swedish culture, you’ll feel more at ease.
We offer courses at all levels (A1-C1), structured around participants’ proficiency and particular needs.
All classes are online, designed to fit around your busy schedule, no matter where you’re working from.
And the BEST PART: it’s not all virtual!
Each term ends with a highly anticipated in-person meetup 🎉, where all our students can connect with other game developers, practice their Swedish, learn about the Swedish culture, connect and have some fun.
The meetup is open to all course participants, and is more than just a learning opportunity. It offers an opportunity for social interaction, networking and practical learning about Swedish language and culture.
HOW TO APPLY IF YOU'RE A GAME COMPANY?
If you're a GAME COMPANY looking to offer GameSWE to your employees and their partners or spouses, simply click the button below to get started.
Once we receive your application, we’ll send you an email with all the details, including a registration link for your employees.
HOW TO APPLY IF YOU ARE AN EMPLOYEE /PARNTER OF AN EMPLOYEE?
If you are an EMPLOYEE or a partner/spouse of an employee at a game company and will be covering the course cost yourself, click on the button below to apply.
Once applied, we’ll provide you with all the details needed for registration.
NOTE! Note: We also offer installment payment options.
Need more information?
Check the FAQ section at the bottom of the page.
"We're happy to see that the Swedish course we once designed here at Game Habitat, lives on in the very capable hands of Like A Native. It's a delight to see the course continue to offer our community members' Swedish learning through Like A Native's fun and friendly approach to the art of learning a new language - and create opportunities for friendships and professional networks for the students. We hope many more game developers and their partners will take the chance to learn Swedish and Sweden, and build their social network with GameSWE and Like A Native."
Elin Arvidsson
Community Development Manager
Hear from the Game Industry: Why Companies Trust Our Courses
"Like A Native has been key in helping our employees feel at home in Sweden. The focus on practical, everyday language use has boosted their confidence and helped them build new connections. Our team feels more secure and integrated, which has greatly improved their well-being. It’s been one of our best investments in supporting our team."
DEI & Sustainability Manager
"Like A Native’s courses have transformed our employees' confidence in speaking Swedish at Massive Entertainment. The focus on pronunciation, speaking and daily conversations has reduced fears of miscommunication. Natalia and Bojana’s relatable approach as non-native speakers themselves makes all the difference. It’s been a valuable part of our retention strategy."
Laureline Rossigneux
Learning & Development Specialist
MASSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
What is GameSWE?
Tailored for You
We offer courses across all proficiency levels (A1-C1), so whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your skills, there's a place for you in GameSWE.
Classes are conducted online for convenience, but we go beyond virtual learning with an exciting in-person meetup in Malmö at the end of each term, where participants come together for fun, networking, and a deeper dive into Swedish language and culture. 🥳
Who can apply?
Meet the Experts Behind GameSWE:
Tailored Training for Game Developers
We don’t believe in traditional, outdated language textbooks. Instead, we focus on helping our students achieve fluency by using real-life, practical Swedish from day one.
Since taking over GameSWE in January 2023, we’ve successfully organized and taught four successive rounds of this specialized program.
About the GameSWE course
COURSE DURATION AND STRUCTURE
A 16-week course, with flexible online classes designed to fit your schedule.
Courses run once or twice weekly, depending on the level, in small groups to ensure interactivity, personalized attention.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR COURSE
✔ 4 months of engaging, online Swedish lessons (once or twice a week)
✔ 1 x in-person meetup in Malmö
A unique opportunity to connect with your classmates, practice Swedish and experience Swedish culture.
✔ Custom course materials
Designed to meet the specific needs of each group and ensure learning is both effective and enjoyable.
✔ Relevant & up-to-date, interactive materials
Optimized for online learning to keep the classes fun, covering topic highly-relevant for the students.
✔ Full access to our online course platform
All resources and materials available in one convenient place.
✔ Teacher-led classes in small groups
Learn from an experienced, certified Swedish teacher for personalized guidance.
✔ All-inclusive pricing
No hidden fees. All course materials are included—no need to purchase expensive and often irrelevant textbooks or workbooks.
✔ Comprehensive course administration
We handle everything from coordination, invoicing, and contact with game companies to language assessments and more.
✔ Cost for the in-person meetup included
Have questions? We’re here to help! Send us an email at: hej@likeanative..se
Success Stories
How GameSWE is Helping Developers Thrive in Sweden
"The course structure really clicked for me. We focused on sentence structure and verb forms, which I had struggled with before. Plus, the interactive tools available outside of class made learning much easier."
Justin Grant
Tarsier Studios
"I loved the practical focus of this course. It wasn’t just about theory, but real conversations and Swedish culture. Being able to ask questions and dive into practical communication made all the difference."
Anand Dhavle
Tarsier Studios
"This course was perfectly balanced. It didn’t just focus on grammar, but pronunciation and interaction too. I’m usually shy, but this course gave me the confidence to try speaking Swedish in real-life situations. The tailor-made materials were exactly what I needed."
Vlad Selishchev
Avalanche Studios Group
"This course completely changed my experience of learning Swedish. After struggling with level mismatches at SFI, I found real progress here. The teacher's flexibility and unique materials made learning enjoyable and effective. I finally feel confident with Swedish!"
Ami Tsurugi
Avalanche Studios Group
"Learning languages has always been tough for me, but this course was a game-changer! Bojana’s passion and focus on pronunciation made every lesson fun and motivating. It didn’t feel like a chore, it was something I looked forward to. It made learning Swedish FUN for me. :)."
José Ulloa
Avalanche Studios Group
""GameSWE was a game-changer. The teachers know what it takes to learn Swedish, especially for those of us balancing busy work schedules. After just a short time, I was able to communicate confidently at my kids’ preschool, which felt like a huge accomplishment. Thank you! "
Katarzyna Golabek
Avalanche Studios Group
FAQ
I'm a representative of a game company and we would like to offer Swedish courses to our employees, how should I proceed?
Please, scroll up to the first section of this webpage and you will see a button that says APPLY HERE (Game Company). The link will take you to a registration form, where you have to fill in the details as the contact person for your company. As soon as registration for GameSWE Spring 2025 opens in December 20204, we will send an email to the email address you've provided, with all the details and the link to a separate registration form you can then distribute to your employees.
I want to study Swedish through GameSWE. Can I apply as an individual?
Yes, but only if you're an employee at a game studio or if you are a partner/spouse of an employee at a game studio. Please, scroll up to the first section of this webpage and you will see a button that says APPLY HERE (Employee/Partner). The link will take you to a registration form, where you have to fill in the details. As soon as we receive your form, we will send an email to the email address you've provided, with all the necessary information on how to register.
Who covers the course costs?
Your employer if they have approved it. You can also pay for the course yourself in case your employer isn't financing it. We have had several students opting for this in previous courses. In that case, you will receive an invoice directly from us (Like A Native). Note that VAT (moms) will be added to the price if you're paying as an individual. Contact us for exact prices and other details. Payment in installments is also possible.
If I'm paying for the course myself, can I pay in insatllments?
If you would prefer paying for the course in installments that can be arranged. After the final confirmation of your spot, you should inform us on how you would like to pay (all at once or in installments).
Is my registration binding?
No. Your registration is not binding until you receive a confirmation of your spot from us.
If I register now, do I have to pay for the course fee immediately?
No. Your registration in is not binding until we send you an admission reply
When you receive your admission reply, you have to reply to the email as soon as possible, in order to make the final confirmation of your spot. As soon as your spot is confirmed the registration is binding.
Our goal is to enable as many members of the community in Skåne to participate in the program, learn Swedish, meet peers and build their social network.
Do I have to buy any course books in order to attend GameSWE?
The good news is - no. The cost of the course material is included in the price! We use our own material that is tailor-made for each group and the particular needs of our course participants. This allows us to make the course more relevant and up-to-date, making the classes more effective as well as fun and motivating.
Why do you create your own course material and don't use an already existing course book from the market? What' so special about the material you're using?
After teaching Swedish for 20 years at all levels, we have realized that there is no perfect course book out there and that we always missed something. We've always had to add our own course material or adapt the existing one, no matter which course we were teaching. And we have taught many!
Also, we KNOW and BELIEVE that ONE SIZE DOESN*T FIT ALL. Each course and group is different and in order to make the teaching more effective and lessons more relevant and fun. This means we always adapt it in order to achieve the learning outcomes in the most effective way. This is also what makes our courses so flexible, making sure that no student ever feels left out.
Our material is always tailor-made for each group and the particular needs of our course participants. This allows us to make the course more relevant and up-to-date, making the classes more effective as well as fun and motivating.
Another reason is that online classes demand interactive course material fully adapted to online teaching/learning. Our online course platform allows us to do exactly that.
If I register for a course, do I have to pay for the whole course fee at directly and at once?
No. Your registration is not binding until we send out the admission replies. We offer an option of paying in installments during the course period. You can read more about it here in FAQ or contact us by sending an email to: hej@likeanative.se
Can I join GameSWE if I haven't studied any Swedish before?
Yes, of course! We organize courses at all levels, starting from complete beginners and upwards.
Can I join GameSWE if I have studied Swedish before, either within GamSWE or if I have studied somewhere else?
Yes, of course! If you're not a complete beginner, you can always join courses at higher levels. Of course, the possibility of starting a group at your particular level will depend on the sufficent number of registered participants for that particular level.
If I'm not a complete beginner, how will I know that I will be placed in a group at the appropriate level?
During registration, you will have to choose an approximate level of your Swedish. If you choose anything above "complete beginner", you'll just click further and fill in an additional self-assessment form. Both are sent as part of your registration. After we've received your registration, you will be contacted and receive further information about the placement/language level screening.
I've studied some Swedish before, but I would like to start from scratch again. Is that possible?
Yes, of course! When registering, choose "complete beginner" and that is enough.
If there are no textbooks, how will I get access to the course material?
Prior to course start, all participants whose spots have been confirmed, will get access to our online course platform where they will be able to access the course material. Our course material is tailor-made, interactive and fully adapted to online teaching/learning.
What happens after the registration?
After the registration closes, we will review the registrations, numer of participants, levels and send the admission replies to both the contact persons at game studios (employers) and the participants.
Where, which days and times will the courses take place?
Classes are held online (except for the in-person meetup). When filling in the registration form, you will be asked to choose amongst the possible times and you will be asked to choose ALL the days and times that would work for you. GameSWE is offered during weekdays:
✔ twice a week (180 min online lesson/week; 2 sessions á 90 min) for levels A1-A2
✔ once a week (120 min online lesson/week; 1 session á 120 min/week) for levels A2-B1
✔ once a week (90 min online lesson/week; 1 session á 90 min/week) for levels B2 and up
We offer courses within the following time slots: morning (approx. 8:00-10:00, lunch approx. 11:00-13:00, late afternoon approx. 16.00-18.00. So far, these time slots have proven to work best for our students and their employees.
Which time slot your course will be held at depends on which time slot the majority of the participants have chosen as well as our availability.
Is there a cancelation policy?
Initial registration is not biniding since it's not an automatic securing of seats. Admission replies will be sent after the registration closes.
When you receive your admission reply as a participant, you have to reply to the email as soon as possible, in order to make the final confirmation of your spot.
As soon as your spot is confirmed the registration is binding and the course fee has to be paid.
Note that we reserve the right to cancel the start of a particular group before course start in case we receive too many cancellations within one and the same group. If we receive to many cancellations within a certain group of students, it may lead to the group having too low number of participants to be formed at all. In such an extreme case, we may cancel the group altogether or it may lead to some participants having to change to a different group at the same level if available.
We are a game company paying for GameSWE for our employees and we wonder when the invoicing will be sent out and when the payment is due.
The invoices will be sent out during the first week from course start. Payment is due in 30 days from the invoice date.
I'm an employee at a game company and would like to join GameSWE, but my employer hasn't informed me about this opportunity. What should I do?
All game companies are welcome to work with us and we offer GameSWE-courses to all employers who wish to offer it to their employees. If you haven't been offered this by your employer, talk to them and see if this is something they would like to do. In that case share this webpage or ask them to email us directly at hej@likeanative.se to receive more information.
