Article 1: Purpose
The purpose of these Terms of Service (hereinafter referred to as the “Terms”) is to establish the rights, obligations, responsibilities, and other necessary provisions between AwesomePiece Co., Ltd. (the “Company”) and users (the “Users”) regarding the use of all game services provided by the Company.
Article 2: Definitions
The terms used in these Terms are defined as follows:
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User: An individual who agrees to these Terms and is authorized to access and use the game services provided by the Company. Users are classified into the following:
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Member: A User who accesses the services using an account.
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ID: A unique combination of letters, numbers, or symbols selected by the Member and approved by the Company for User identification and service access.
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Account Deletion: The termination of a service agreement by the Member.
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Account: A digital identity created for a Member upon logging in through third-party or guest login methods.
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Content: Any digital materials created and provided by the Company in connection with its services, including game data and social networking features.
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Device: Electronic devices such as personal computers, smartphones, or tablets capable of downloading and using the Content provided by the Company.
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Open Market Operator: An entity that provides platforms for downloading, installing, and processing payments for the Company’s games (e.g., Google Play Store, Apple App Store, One Store).
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Platform Operator: A business entity that collaborates with the Company to promote or facilitate access to its game services (e.g., LINE, Kakao).
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Cash: Virtual data purchased or charged by the User to acquire in-game items, features, or currency.
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In-App Purchase: A payment made within the game to purchase in-game items, features, or virtual currency.
Unless otherwise defined above, terms not specifically defined in these Terms shall be interpreted in accordance with applicable laws or general commercial practices.
Article 3: Effectiveness and Amendment of the Terms
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These Terms shall take effect from the moment the User agrees to them. They apply when the User installs, launches, or otherwise uses the services provided by the Company.
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The Company reserves the right to amend these Terms. Amended Terms will be announced at least seven (7) days prior to their effective date (or thirty (30) days in cases involving significant changes to User rights or obligations) through the official website or within the game service.
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Users are responsible for staying informed of any amendments to these Terms. Users may refuse to accept the amended Terms and terminate their accounts accordingly.
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Continued use of the services after the effective date of the amendments shall be deemed as acceptance of the amended Terms.
Article 4: Governing Provisions
Matters not expressly covered in these Terms or their interpretation shall be governed by relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to the following:
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Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce Act
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Act on the Regulation of Terms and Conditions
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Game Industry Promotion Act
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Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection
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Content Industry Promotion Act, and other applicable legal precedents.
Article 5: Establishment of Service Agreement
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The service agreement is established when the User reads and agrees to these Terms, applies for service use, and the Company approves the application.
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The Company may request identity verification from the User through authorized agencies as part of the application process.
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Users may download and use the Company’s games in accordance with the policies of the respective Open Market Operators. The Company bears no responsibility for disputes or transactions between Users and Open Market Operators.
Article 6: Approval of Service Use Application
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The Company shall approve service applications unless technical or operational issues prevent approval. However, approval may be denied or revoked in the following cases:
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False or third-party information is provided during application.
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The application is submitted with the intent to disrupt public order or violate social norms.
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The application is intended for unauthorized commercial or unlawful purposes.
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Any other violations of these Terms occur during application.
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The Company may postpone approval in the following circumstances:
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Insufficient service infrastructure.
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Technical difficulties preventing the provision of services.
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Concerns regarding potential inappropriate behavior by the applicant.
Article 7: Obligations of the Company
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The Company shall address legitimate inquiries and complaints from Users in a timely and reasonable manner. In cases requiring extended resolution periods, the Company shall inform the User of the reasons and expected resolution schedule.
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The Company shall protect the personal information of Users, including account details, to prevent unauthorized disclosure or access by third parties.
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The Company shall make all reasonable efforts to repair or restore facilities and data in the event of system failures or data loss, except in cases of force majeure such as natural disasters.
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The Company shall comply with its published Privacy Policy to safeguard User information.
Article 8: Obligations of Users
Users must comply with the following obligations while using the services provided by the Company. Violations may result in service restrictions or termination:
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Providing false information or impersonating others when submitting inquiries, requesting refunds, or participating in events.
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Using another User’s account, password, credit card, or other payment methods without authorization.
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Engaging in unauthorized trading or selling of Content obtained within the game.
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Reproducing, distributing, or commercially exploiting any information obtained through the Company’s services without prior approval.
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Exploiting bugs or system vulnerabilities for personal gain or to disrupt the service.
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Infringing on the intellectual property rights, privacy, or other rights of the Company or third parties.
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Engaging in deceptive activities or unethical behavior that causes harm to the Company or other Users.
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Uploading or distributing obscene, offensive, or illegal content, including unauthorized advertisements.
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Participating in illegal gambling or other activities prohibited by law.
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Transmitting harmful software, viruses, or other materials that could disrupt or damage the service or other Users’ devices.
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Engaging in activities that violate public order, moral standards, or applicable laws.
Users are also required to regularly check for announcements or updates to the Terms and other service policies.
Article 9: Provision and Suspension of Services
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The Company provides mobile game services through downloadable applications or network connections. These services may be offered for free or for a fee. Users may need to pay additional charges for in-app purchases as specified in the application.
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Services are generally available 24/7 unless otherwise announced. However, the Company may temporarily suspend services for maintenance, updates, or other operational reasons. Notifications will be provided in advance whenever possible.
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Emergency circumstances, such as technical failures or unforeseen events, may result in service interruptions without prior notice. In such cases, the Company will notify Users after the fact.
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The Company reserves the right to terminate certain services. Refunds for unused paid Content may not be provided unless specified otherwise in these Terms.
Article 10: Payments and Usage of Paid Content
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Payments for in-app purchases are processed in accordance with the terms and policies of the respective Open Market Operator or payment platform.
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Paid Content purchased through in-app purchases is tied to the device and account used during the purchase.
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The standard usage period for paid Content is one year unless otherwise stated. After this period, access to the Content will expire.
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Users are responsible for securing their devices and accounts to prevent unauthorized purchases. The Company is not liable for losses resulting from negligence.
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Payments made by minors without the consent of their legal guardians may be canceled upon submission of proof, provided the purchase was not made with authorized funds or under false pretenses.
Article 11: Information Provision and Advertisements
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The Company may display advertisements within its services. By agreeing to these Terms, Users consent to the display of such advertisements.
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The Company is not responsible for any losses incurred by Users through interactions with third-party advertisements displayed within the service.
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The Company may send promotional messages, service updates, or notifications via email, SMS, or push notifications. Users may opt out of receiving promotional messages through the settings menu or customer support.
Article 12: Virtual Currency and Points
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Virtual currency (“Cash”) and points earned through gameplay or events (“Free Cash” and “Free Points”) may be subject to specific terms of use, including expiration dates and usage restrictions, as determined by the Company.
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Free Cash and Points are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for monetary value.
Article 13: Withdrawal of Subscription and Cancellation by Minors
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Users may withdraw from purchases of paid Content within seven (7) days of purchase unless the Content has been used or deemed non-refundable.
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Purchases made by minors without the consent of their legal guardians may be canceled upon verification, provided the purchases do not involve authorized funds.
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The Company may restrict or reclaim any benefits obtained through fraudulent refund requests or abuse of payment systems.
Article 14: Refund Policy
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Refunds may be granted in the following circumstances:
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The purchased Content is unavailable due to reasons attributable to the Company.
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Other cases deemed appropriate by the Company to protect consumer rights.
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Refunds are processed in accordance with the refund policies of the respective Open Market Operators or payment platforms.
Article 15: Termination of Contract and Service Restrictions
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Users may terminate their accounts at any time. Upon termination, all associated data will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
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The Company may restrict or terminate a User’s access to the service for the following reasons:
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Providing false information during account registration.
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Engaging in activities that disrupt the service or violate these Terms.
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Infringing on the intellectual property rights of the Company or others.
Article 16: Protection of Personal Information
The Company shall comply with applicable laws and its Privacy Policy to protect the personal information of Users. Additional information may be requested for service improvements or legal compliance.
Article 17: User-Generated Content
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The Company reserves the right to delete or restrict User-generated content that violates these Terms, infringes on others’ rights, or disrupts service operations.
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Users are solely responsible for the content they post. The Company is not liable for disputes arising from such content.
Article 18: Limitation of Liability
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The Company is not liable for service interruptions caused by natural disasters, technical issues, or other unavoidable circumstances.
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The Company is not responsible for losses resulting from User negligence, such as unauthorized account access.
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The Company shall not be held liable for disputes between Users or between a User and a third party.
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Free services or Content provided by the Company are not subject to liability claims unless caused by the Company’s intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
Article 19: Compensation for Damages
Users who violate these Terms and cause damage to the Company shall be liable for all resulting losses.
Article 20: Governing Law and Jurisdiction
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Disputes arising between the Company and Users shall first be resolved amicably through mutual agreement.
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If unresolved, disputes may be referred to the Content Dispute Mediation Committee under the Content Industry Promotion Act or resolved through litigation under the laws of the Republic of Korea.
Supplementary Provisions
These Terms shall come into effect on February 20, 2025.