Story Thyme 1.7.0 introduces a major visual refresh and a wide range of improvements to the creation experience. This update focuses on making the platform cleaner, more consistent, and easier to use, while adding powerful new tools for managing and previewing assets.

Users will notice redesigned pages across the site, a new asset selection system, improved audio support, and smoother workflows in the editor.

New

• Added a new “Add Assets” modal to the editor for faster and more intuitive asset selection
• Added audio and sound effect previews directly within the asset browser
• Added a built-in audio player with playback controls, progress bar, scrubbing, and loop support
• Added Editor Dark Mode for a more comfortable editing experience
• Added dynamic filter pills for active search and filter tracking
• Added improved search for audio and sound effects (search by name or theme)
• Added a dedicated News section for updates, announcements, and featured content

Improvements

• Redesigned core pages including Homepage, Resource List, Story List, Profile, and account pages
• Improved overall layout consistency with a unified card system across the platform
• Improved asset browsing performance with pagination and faster loading
• Improved resource previews for images, audio, effects, and dialogue boxes
• Improved navigation with more accurate and context-aware back buttons
• Improved filtering system with better state handling and usability
• Improved editor visuals, contrast, and readability
• Improved responsive behavior across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

Updates

• Updated resource donation system with clearer ownership and usage messaging
• Updated licensing rules for shared assets
• Improved protection against duplicate submissions during story creation

Fixes

• Fixed audio playback issues caused by incorrect file paths
• Fixed layout and overflow issues across multiple pages
• Fixed filter synchronization issues between UI components
• Fixed preview inconsistencies within the editor
• Fixed login and logout redirect issues
• Improved handling of missing or incomplete data across cards and previews