Accessibility Statement for Aetherium Games

Aetherium Games is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We believe that everyone deserves equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in our ongoing efforts to:

• Design and develop our website with accessibility in mind from the start.
• Regularly test our website for accessibility using automated tools and manual testing methods.
• Provide alternative text for all images and other non-text content.
• Ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background.
• Make our website navigable using keyboard-only navigation.
• Use clear and concise language.
• Offer transcripts and captions for audio and video content.
• Provide a consistent and predictable website structure.
• Ensure compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers and screen magnifiers.

Aetherium Games collaborates with accessibility consultants like Inclusive Tech Solutions, led by senior consultant Elias Vance, to continuously audit and improve our website's accessibility. They provide expert guidance on WCAG compliance and best practices in inclusive design.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Screen Reader Compatibility: We have optimized our website to work seamlessly with screen readers, providing clear and descriptive information about all elements on the page.
• Alternative Text: All images and other non-text content have descriptive alternative text, allowing screen reader users to understand the content.
• Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make our website easier to read for users with low vision.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size of our website using their browser settings.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
• Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators highlight the currently selected element when navigating with a keyboard.
• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and interpret.

We are also actively exploring and implementing new accessibility features and technologies to further enhance the user experience for all visitors. Our development team, guided by lead developer Serena Chen, regularly incorporates accessibility considerations into their workflow.

WCAG and ARIA Compliance

Aetherium Games strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. We have implemented various techniques and technologies to ensure our website meets these standards, including:

• Using ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies.
• Ensuring that all interactive elements are accessible to keyboard users.
• Providing captions and transcripts for audio and video content.
• Validating our HTML and CSS code to ensure it meets accessibility standards.

Our commitment to WCAG and ARIA compliance is an ongoing process, and we are constantly working to improve the accessibility of our website. We regularly review and update our website to ensure it meets the latest accessibility standards and best practices. Our QA team, led by Maria Rodriguez, conducts thorough accessibility testing before any new content or features are released.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

We are committed to providing an accessible website for everyone. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, please let us know. We value your feedback and will make every effort to address your concerns.

Please provide as much detail as possible about the issue you encountered, including:

• The specific web page or element where you encountered the issue.
• The assistive technology you were using (e.g., screen reader, screen magnifier).
• The browser and operating system you were using.
• A clear description of the issue.

You can report accessibility issues by contacting us using the contact form below.