Game IP Usage Guide

Article 1. Purpose

The purpose of this Game IP Usage Guide (this “Guide”) is to set forth the obligations and responsibilities of users, as well as other necessary provisions, in connection with the creation of UGC (as defined below) by creators using the games and related materials provided by LINE Games Corporation (the “Company”). This Guide is intended to facilitate users’ proper understanding and lawful use of the Company’s IP (as defined below).

Article 2. Definitions

2.1 For the purposes of this Guide, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:

(1) “IP”, or "Intellectual Property”, shall mean any and all elements that comprise the games provided by the Company, including, but not limited to, the game universe, storyline, characters (including their names), non-player characters (“NPCs”, including their names), server names, quest names, items, in-game currency, game rules, videos, audio, images, background music, text, titles, logos, combinations of any of the foregoing elements, and any data related to the games.

(2) “UGC”, or “User Generated Content”, shall mean any derivative works (including reproductions and derivative creations) produced by users through the use of the Company’s game IP, whether by direct use or by adding new creative elements thereto. The derivative works include, without limitation, all forms and types of creative content, such as identical or similar games, game-related merchandise (including physical goods), videos, comics, novels, fan art, cosplay costumes, and cosplay photography.

2.2 Except as otherwise expressly defined in paragraph 1 of this Article, the definitions of terms used in this Guide shall be interpreted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as the Company’s Terms of Service (“Terms of Service”) and the operational policies applicable to each of the Company’s games (the “Operational Policies”). Any terms that are not defined therein shall be construed in accordance with generally accepted commercial practices.

Article 3. User Rights and Obligations

3.1 All IP rights, including but not limited to copyrights and any other proprietary rights, in and to the game-related IP are the exclusive property of the Company. The Company grants users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and non-sublicensable license to use the IP strictly within the scope expressly permitted under this Guide. No other rights or licenses are granted to users, except as expressly set forth herein.

3.2 When using the IP, users shall comply with the following obligations:

(1) Prohibition on Commercial Use

a. Users shall not create or use any UGC for commercial purposes.

b. Users shall not solicit or receive monetary compensation from any third party in connection with the creation of UGC.

c. Users shall not sell, or otherwise receive compensation for, the disclosure, distribution, or sharing of UGC.

d. Users shall not submit UGC to contests or events where monetary prizes or other economic benefits may be awarded.

e. Users shall not use the IP to advertise or promote games or services other than those provided by the Company.

f. Notwithstanding the foregoing, users may post UGC on publicly accessible content platforms (e.g., YouTube, CHZZK, Facebook, or similar personal broadcasting media platforms) and may earn advertising or sponsorship revenue therefrom, provided that the content is freely accessible and not subject to restricted access such as paid membership or paywalls.

(2) Copyright and Attribution Requirements

a. Users shall clearly indicate the Company’s copyright ownership in all UGC by including an appropriate copyright notice and source attribution.

b. Except for the purpose of such copyright notice or attribution, users shall not use the Company’s or any game’s name, trademark, service mark, logo, or corporate identifier (“CI”) without prior written consent.

c. Users shall not use any language or markings, including but not limited to “official,” “authorized,” “certified,” or “endorsed,” that may falsely imply endorsement or affiliation with the Company or its games.

d. If any third-party intellectual property is used in the creation of UGC, the user shall obtain the necessary authorization from the rights holder and shall bear full responsibility for such use.

(3) Prohibition on Use of Unreleased Materials

a. Users shall not acquire, use, or disclose any unofficial, unreleased, or confidential IP of the Company or its games without express prior consent.

b. Users shall not use or disclose any IP related to unreleased games or significant updates prior to official public announcement.

c. Users shall not use or disclose any IP obtained through participation in testing services or pre-release events prior to the commencement of official service.

(4) Prohibition on Unauthorized Use and Reproduction

a. Users shall not use or reproduce the IP without proper source attribution, or in any manner that contravenes this Guide.

b. Users shall not excessively alter, edit, or disassemble the IP in a manner that results in isolated use of individual components outside their intended context.

c. Users shall not directly replicate or recreate the IP using methods, such as scanning or tracing.

(5) Prohibition on Inappropriate UGC

Users shall not create or publish any UGC that:

a. Violates any applicable laws or infringes upon the intellectual property rights, portrait rights, publicity rights, personal information, or any other rights of a third party;

b. Defames, insults, or otherwise harms the reputation of others, or that interferes with the business or damages the credit of others, or may reasonably be expected to do so;

c. Expresses or promotes specific political or religious views;

d. Discriminates against or promotes hatred toward any group on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, or similar characteristics;

e. Contains obscene, violent, or otherwise offensive or disturbing material;

f. Violates public morals or public order;

g. Damages or is likely to damage the reputation, brand image, or goodwill of the Company or its games;

h. Otherwise violates the Terms of Service, Operational Policies, or is deemed inappropriate by the Company.

(6) Others

a. Users shall not create, distribute, or operate games using the IP without the Company’s prior written approval.

b. In cases where UGC is created for non-profit or public interest purposes, the Company may, at its discretion, grant exceptions to certain restrictions under this Guide. Users seeking such exceptions shall contact the Company in advance via the customer service center at game_service@linegames.support.

c. Corporate entities, organizations, or other legal entities are, in principle, prohibited from using the IP or creating UGC. Any such entity seeking to use the IP or create UGC, or any user wishing to use the IP for commercial purposes beyond the scope permitted in this Guide, must obtain the Company’s prior written approval by contacting the customer service center at game_service@linegames.support.

d. Users shall comply with all applicable laws, including the Copyright Act, as well as the Terms of Service, Operational Policies, and this Guide, when using the IP for the purpose of creating, disclosing, or distributing UGC. Any use of the Company’s IP or game IP in violation of this Guide shall be deemed an infringement of the Company’s IP rights, and the Company reserves the right to pursue civil and/or criminal legal action against the user.

Article 4. Sanctions for Violations

4.1 In the event of any of the following circumstances, the Company may request the suspension, deletion, or blocking of the creation, disclosure, distribution, or use of the relevant UGC. Upon receipt of such request, the user shall promptly comply and immediately cease the creation, disclosure, distribution, or use of the UGC in question, and shall take all necessary measures to delete or block such content without delay:

(1) Where the UGC, whether completed or in the process of being created, and created, disclosed, or distributed using the Company’s IP, is found to be in violation of applicable laws or regulations, the Terms of Service, the applicable Operational Policies, or this Guide; or

(2) Where an objection or claim is raised by a third party alleging that the UGC created using the IP infringes upon the third party’s copyright or other rights, and the Company, at its reasonable discretion, determines that such objection or claim has merit.

4.2 In addition to the foregoing measures, the Company reserves the right to take legal action or implement sanctions in accordance with the Copyright Act and other applicable laws and regulations in cases involving copyright infringement or other violations of IP or third-party rights.

Article 5. Compensation for Damages

5.1 In the event that the Company incurs any loss or damage as a result of a user’s breach of any provision of this Guide, the user shall be liable to fully indemnify and compensate the Company for all such losses or damages.

5.2 If a user, in the course of creating, disclosing, distributing, or otherwise using UGC, engages in any unlawful act or violates any provision of this Guide, and such conduct gives rise to claims, demands, lawsuits, or other legal proceedings initiated by a third party against the Company, the user shall, at their sole expense and responsibility, indemnify, defend, and hold the Company harmless from and against any and all such claims. In the event the Company is not fully indemnified and consequently suffers any loss or damage, the user shall be liable for the full amount of such loss or damage incurred by the Company.

Article 6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 All responsibility and liability for any UGC created by a user shall rest solely with the respective user. The Company shall not bear any responsibility or liability in connection with such UGC.

6.2 In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy between users arising out of or relating to the creation, distribution, or use of UGC, such dispute shall be resolved solely between the users involved. The Company shall have no obligation to intervene in, mediate, or otherwise participate in the resolution of any such dispute, nor shall the Company bear any liability whatsoever in connection therewith.

6.3 This Guide may be amended by the Company upon prior notice. Following the effective date of any such amendment, all users shall be required to use the Company’s IP in accordance with the revised Guide. The Company shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or other adverse consequences arising from a user’s failure to review or comply with the amended Guide.

Article 7. Effectiveness

This Guide applies to all individuals, who use the Company’s IP or game IP, regardless of whether they are registered members of any specific game provided by the Company. Unless and until this Guide is expressly revoked or replaced by the Company, it shall remain in full force and effect.

Addendum

- This Guide shall enter into force as of April, 24, 2025.