Version 1.0.0 Release

We’re pleased to announce the official release of the Level Check Theme Version 1.0.0, introducing a range of improvements designed to enhance readability, navigation, and the overall user experience across the Level Check website.

This version marks the first major foundation release of the Steam-inspired design used on the Level Check platform.

Below is a breakdown of the features included in Version 1.0.0.

Improved Article Layout

• The article page layout now uses a two-column structure.
  • This separates the main article content from supporting elements and improves readability.
• Articles are displayed in a main content section, while related content and widgets are placed within a sidebar.
  • This allows readers to access additional information without interrupting the article.

Better Spacing and Typography

• Increased spacing between titles, paragraphs, and sections.
  • This reduces visual clutter and improves readability for long-form content.
• Improved line height for body text.
  • This prevents text from appearing cramped and makes articles easier to follow.
• Consistent formatting across all article pages.
  • Ensures a more professional and uniform appearance across the website.

Steam-Inspired Interface

• Introduction of a dark interface inspired by Steam’s design language.
  • This aligns the website with the gaming industry and creates a familiar visual experience for players.
• Updated colour palette and container styling across the site.
  • Improves visual consistency throughout the platform.
• Standardised background styling across pages.
  • Helps maintain a cohesive theme across different areas of the website.

Game Platform Links

• Articles can now display platform links such as Steam and GOG when connected to a game entry.
  • This allows readers to quickly access the store page for a game.
• Platform links are automatically pulled from the associated game database entry.
  • This reduces manual editing and ensures store links remain consistent.

Navigation Improvements

• Improved category browsing.
  • Helps readers find specific types of content more easily.
• Refined content grouping and organisation.
  • Ensures the website remains structured as the content library grows.
• Cleaner navigation sections.
  • Improves the browsing experience across the site.

Foundation for Future Features

• The theme structure has been reorganised behind the scenes.
  • This prepares the platform for future features without requiring major redesigns later.
• The framework now supports expansion such as:
  • Game database pages
  • Developer profiles
  • Discovery sections
  • Storefront-style browsing

Looking Toward the Future

Version 1.0.0 is only the beginning. There is still a huge amount of work planned to continue improving the Level Check platform.

The long-term goal is to build a website that brings together the best of multiple platforms in one place, including:

• Game reviews and investigative coverage
• A growing game database
• Video content and media integration
• Expanded developer visibility
• And eventually the ability to host and stream content directly on the Level Check platform itself

The aim is to create a site that combines the strengths of games media, discovery platforms, and streaming services, giving players and developers a single place to explore games, watch content, and engage with the community.

Version 1.0.0 establishes the foundation for that vision, and future updates will continue to build on it.

Thank you for supporting Level Check Studios.