Documentation
Complete guide to install and customize WP Arcade theme
Installation Guide
1. Download & Install Theme
• Download wp-arcade.zip from your purchase
• Go to WordPress Admin → Appearance → Themes
• Click "Add New" → "Upload Theme"
• Select wp-arcade.zip and click "Install Now"
• Activate the theme
2. Install Required Plugin
• Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
• Upload wp-arcade-importer.zip
• Activate the plugin
Theme Configuration
Customizer Settings
• Go to Appearance → Customize
• Site Identity: Set logo and site title
• Footer Settings: Configure social links
• Colors: Customize theme colors
Menu Setup
• Go to Appearance → Menus
• Create "Main Menu" and assign to Primary location
• Add Pages, Categories, and Custom Links
Game Management
Adding Games
• Use WP Arcade → Import Games for bulk import
• Or add manually via Games → Add New
• Set featured image, category, and game URL
• Configure game settings and meta data
Game Categories
• Go to Games → Categories
• Create categories like Action, Puzzle, Racing
• Assign games to appropriate categories
Advanced Features
Game Rating System
• Automatically enabled for all games
• Users can rate games 1-5 stars
• AJAX-powered for smooth experience
• View ratings in Games admin panel
Mobile Optimization
• Mobile-first responsive design
• Touch-optimized game controls
• Optimized loading for mobile networks
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
• Games not loading: Check iframe security settings
• Rating not working: Ensure AJAX is enabled
• Mobile issues: Clear cache and test
• Import fails: Check file permissions
Performance Tips
• Use caching plugins (W3 Total Cache, WP Rocket)
• Optimize images before uploading
• Enable GZIP compression
• Use CDN for better global performance