GameEthos

Accessibility Statement for GameEthos

GameEthos is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to apply the relevant accessibility standards. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and functionality, regardless of disability.

Our Commitment

GameEthos is dedicated to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We aim to comply with all applicable standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Measures to Support Accessibility

GameEthos takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:

• Integrating accessibility considerations throughout our design and development processes.
• Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content.
• Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
• Using clear and simple language.
• Making our website responsive and compatible with various devices and browsers.
• Providing keyboard navigation support.
• Ensuring that all interactive elements are accessible.
• Regularly testing our website with assistive technologies, such as screen readers.
• Providing captions and transcripts for multimedia content.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. GameEthos is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Specific Accessibility Features Implemented

The following accessibility features have been implemented on the GameEthos website:

• Semantic HTML: Using semantic HTML5 elements to structure content logically and improve screen reader navigation.
• ARIA Attributes: Implementing ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and complex widgets.
• Keyboard Navigation: Ensuring that all interactive elements can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone.
• Alternative Text: Providing descriptive alternative text for all images to convey their meaning to users who cannot see them.
• Color Contrast: Maintaining sufficient color contrast between text and background elements to improve readability for users with low vision.
• Resizable Text: Allowing users to resize text up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.
• Form Labels and Instructions: Providing clear labels and instructions for all form fields to ensure that users understand how to complete them.
• Skip Navigation Link: Including a "Skip to main content" link to allow users to bypass repetitive navigation menus and access the main content directly.
• Consistent Navigation: Maintaining a consistent navigation structure throughout the website to help users orient themselves and find what they are looking for.
• Video Captions and Transcripts: Providing captions and transcripts for all video content to make it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of GameEthos, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.

• PDF Documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these with accessible HTML versions or remediate the PDFs to meet accessibility standards. Workaround: Contact us for assistance with accessing information in inaccessible PDF documents.
• Third-Party Content: Some content provided by third parties may not be fully accessible. We are working with these vendors to improve the accessibility of their content. Workaround: We will provide alternative formats or summaries of third-party content upon request.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of GameEthos. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website.

• Email: accessibility@g-a-me-methos.com
• Phone: +1 425-227-8400 (Seattle, WA)
• Postal Address: Ethos Interactive Research Group, LLC, Accessibility Department, 13013 Newcastle Way, Newcastle, WA 98059, USA

We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.

Assessment Approach

GameEthos assessed the accessibility of this website using the following approach:

• Self-evaluation: The website was evaluated internally by our accessibility team.
• External evaluation: Periodically evaluated by third-party accessibility consultants.

Accessibility Audits and Testing

GameEthos conducts regular accessibility audits and testing to ensure ongoing compliance with WCAG standards. Our accessibility audits include:

• Automated testing using tools such as WAVE and Axe.
• Manual testing using screen readers and other assistive technologies.
• User testing with individuals with disabilities.

Formal Complaints

We aim to resolve all accessibility issues promptly and effectively. If you are not satisfied with our response to your feedback, you may file a formal complaint. Please submit your complaint in writing to:

• Email: complaints@g-a-me-methos.com
• Postal Address: Ethos Interactive Research Group, LLC, Accessibility Complaints Department, 13013 Newcastle Way, Newcastle, WA 98059, USA

We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 3 business days and aim to provide a resolution within 10 business days.

Third-Party Resources

For more information about web accessibility, please refer to the following resources:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
• Section 508
• International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)

Browser Compatibility

GameEthos is designed to be compatible with the following browsers:

• Chrome (latest version)
• Firefox (latest version)
• Safari (latest version)
• Edge (latest version)

While we strive to provide a consistent experience across all browsers, some variations may occur due to browser-specific implementations of web standards.

Ongoing Efforts

GameEthos is committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We will continue to monitor our website, conduct regular accessibility audits, and incorporate user feedback to enhance the user experience for all visitors. Our commitment extends to training our staff on accessibility best practices and ensuring that accessibility is a key consideration in all future development and design projects.