Stellar Blade Terms of Service

1. ① The purpose of these Terms of Service (these "Terms") is to set out the rights and obligations between SHIFT UP CORPORATION (the "Company") and Users, and other necessary matters, in connection with the use of the Game Software for Stellar Blade (the "Game") and related content (collectively, the "Game Services") that the Company provides for the platforms on which it directly publishes the Game (currently Nintendo Switch 2).
2. ② These Terms apply to the software license for the Game and to the Game-related features provided directly by the Company. Conditions relating to the Platform Services themselves (such as gaming devices, platform accounts, platform stores, payments, and digital license management), which are operated by the Platform Provider, are governed by Article 4.
3. ③ These Terms apply only to the Game for the platforms on which the Company publishes it directly, and do not apply to any other games provided by the Company. Versions of Stellar Blade for other platforms, such as PlayStation and PC, are subject to the terms of use of their respective publishers and platforms.

The following definitions apply in these Terms:

1. 1. "User" means a person who holds a lawful right to access and use the Game and who uses the Game in accordance with these Terms.
2. 2. "Game Software" means the game program for the platforms referred to in Article 1, together with the data, files, patches, and updates included in or provided for it.
3. 3. "Additional Content" or "DLC" means additional game content provided separately from the base game, and may include both paid and free content.
4. 4. "Platform Provider" means a business operator, such as Nintendo, that operates a platform on which the Company provides the Game, and "Platform Services" means the features and services operated by the Platform Provider that relate to acquiring and running the Game, such as accounts, stores, and game downloads and authentication.
5. 5. "Platform Policies" means the Platform Provider's terms of service, purchase and refund policies, and operating standards that are in effect and apply to the User's country or region and to the service actually provided.
6. 6. Any term not defined in this Article has the meaning given to it under applicable laws and regulations and in the relevant Platform Services.

1. ① To enable Users to review these Terms before purchasing the Game, the Company posts them on its website (https://stellar-blade.com/ns2/, https://stellar-blade.com/index_pc.html#firstPage) and through the means permitted by the Platform Provider, such as the product information on platform stores, including Nintendo eShop.
2. ② Users may express their consent to or rejection of these Terms by email to the address set out in Paragraph 5 of this Article within 10 days of purchasing the Game. If a User does not do so within this period, the User is deemed to have agreed to these Terms.
3. ③ Users who do not agree to these Terms may not use the Game. Purchase cancellations and refunds are governed by Article 16.
4. ④ The Company displays its trade name, the name of its representative, its head office address, its business registration number, and its customer support contact details, as well as these Terms and the Privacy Policy, in the manner required by applicable laws and regulations.
5. ⑤ For customer support, including inquiries about the Game, Users may contact the Company at the email address below.
   - stellarblade_help@shiftup.co.kr

1. ① When using the Platform Services, Users must comply with the Platform Provider's Platform Policies in effect for the relevant country or region.
2. ② The creation and management of platform accounts, purchases and payments on platform stores, downloads and authentication, the loading, sharing, lending, and transfer of digital licenses, and the storage and online features provided by the Platform Provider are subject to the relevant Platform Policies and the specifications actually supported.
3. ③ These Terms do not modify any agreement concluded between the Platform Provider and the User, nor do they arbitrarily restrict any features permitted by the Platform Provider. Matters concerning the operation of the platform are governed by the relevant Platform Policies, and matters concerning the license to use the Game granted by the Company to the User are governed by these Terms, each within its respective scope.
4. ④ If any provision of these Terms conflicts with a mandatory provision of applicable laws and regulations, the mandatory provision prevails. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and the Platform Policies, the Platform Policies prevail with respect to the Platform Services and platform features, and these Terms prevail with respect to the license to use the Game Software.

1. ① The Game has been rated [Rating Classification: ESRB M, PEGI 18], and Users must comply with the age requirements set by this rating and the Platform Policies.
2. ② Youth, as defined in the Youth Protection Act, may not use the Game.

1. ① Subject to the User holding a lawful right to use the Game and complying with these Terms, the Company grants the User a limited, non-exclusive license to use the Game Software for personal, non-commercial purposes on devices for the platforms referred to in Article 1. Activities that the Company permits under separate guidelines are exempt from the foregoing limitations to the extent so permitted.
2. ② The license granted under these Terms does not constitute a sale of the Game Software or a transfer of copyright or any other intellectual property rights.
3. ③ These Terms do not restrict any sharing or lending of the Game, or any transfer of the Game between devices, to the extent permitted by the Platform Policies, nor do they restrict the transfer of lawfully acquired physical game cards.
4. ④ Except as expressly permitted by the Company or as allowed under applicable laws and regulations, Users may not independently sublicense the Game Software or distribute or commercialize it without authorization.

1. ① The rights to purchase or download the digital version of the Game and DLC may be linked to, and managed through, the Platform Services applicable to the purchase. Whether a User can run the Game depends on the applicable Platform Policies, the network and authentication status, and the Game's supported specifications.
2. ② Sharing and lending digital licenses and transferring them between devices as permitted by the Platform Provider (such as the virtual game card feature of Nintendo Switch 2), play by other Users on the same console, and similar features are available in accordance with the Platform Policies to the extent that the Game actually supports such features.
3. ③ Where a particular purchase format, such as a physical game card or a Game-Key Card, requires a download, storage space, an internet connection, insertion of the card, or the like, such requirements are as stated in the product description and in the notices duly provided by the platform.

1. ① The license for the Game on Nintendo Switch 2 is separate from any license for Stellar Blade on other platforms, such as PlayStation and PC. The mere purchase of the Game on one platform does not automatically grant a license for the Game, or any DLC or additional benefits, on another platform.
2. ② Game progress, save data, achievements and trophies, and other content may be transferred or shared between platforms only where the Company has expressly stated in a separate notice that it actually supports such transfer or sharing, and then only in accordance with that notice.

Except as expressly permitted by the Company or as allowed under applicable laws and regulations, Users must not engage in any of the following acts:

1. 1. Illegally copying or distributing the Game Software or related data, or selling, sublicensing, or commercially exploiting it without authorization
2. 2. Unlawfully circumventing or disabling copyright protection measures, digital license authentication, access controls, or the security features of the Game or the platform
3. 3. Reverse engineering, decompiling, disassembling, or modifying the Game Software without authorization, except to the extent permitted by applicable laws and regulations
4. 4. Gaining unauthorized access to the Game or related systems, or distributing malicious code or unauthorized programs
5. 5. Creating, distributing, selling, or promoting programs not approved by the Company that alter the Game's data or behavior, such as cheats, hacks, mods, or automation tools
6. 6. Exploiting technical defects in the Game to infringe the rights of the Company or third parties or to disrupt the normal operation of any system
7. 7. Extracting unreleased content, source code, or data from the Game Software and disclosing or distributing it
8. 8. Infringing the copyright or other intellectual property rights of the Company or any third party
9. 9. Using the Game Software or its content to train or develop artificial intelligence models
10. 10. Transferring, selling, or otherwise disposing of game data (such as accounts, characters, or in-game items) for value, or pledging, lending, or otherwise granting rights in such game data, through services not provided by the Company or by methods not approved by the Company
11. 11. Using the Game Services for profit-making, business, advertising, political, or similar purposes without the Company's consent
12. 12. Otherwise violating the rights of others, applicable laws and regulations, or the Platform Policies

1. ① The intellectual property rights in the Game's software, characters, designs, images, videos, music, sound, storylines, trademarks, and other content belong to the Company or legitimate third-party rights holders.
2. ② All rights other than the limited license granted under these Terms are reserved by the Company or the legitimate rights holders.
3. ③ Where third-party software, open-source software, middleware, music, or other materials included in the Game are subject to separate terms of use or notice requirements, the Company provides the applicable terms in the manner required by applicable laws and regulations or the relevant license.

The mere availability of in-game capture and sharing features does not mean that all commercial uses of the Game's content are permitted or that a license to the related intellectual property rights is granted.

1. ① The Game is provided on the platforms referred to in Article 1, and the supported devices and versions, storage space, internet connection, additional downloads, peripherals, and other requirements are as stated in the Game's product description and the relevant Platform Provider's guidance.
2. ② Some features may require an operating system update, a Game update, an internet connection, separate Platform Services, or valid platform authentication.
3. ③ The Company does not guarantee that the Game will perform identically under all device settings and network environments.

1. ① Game save data is stored on the User's device or in the Platform Services, and the Company does not retain the User's save data.
2. ② Backing up save data, transferring it to another console, and restoring it are subject to the terms of use of the Platform Services.

1. ① The Company may provide updates or patches for purposes such as maintaining the security of the Game, fixing bugs, improving performance, ensuring technical compatibility, complying with laws and regulations, and improving features.
2. ② Where an update is required for the normal use or security of the Game, the Company will inform Users of the need for the update and its main effects in the manner required by applicable laws and regulations and the Platform Policies.
3. ③ Where an update materially changes the content of the Game, the Company will give advance notice of the changes through in-game notices and the official website. However, for urgent bug fixes or where security so requires, the Company may give notice afterward.

1. ① Where the Company provides DLC, updates, or additional content, the price, terms of use, required base game, supported regions and platforms, availability dates, and other details of such content are as stated in the individual product description.
2. ② Some DLC may be subject to separate terms of use then in effect, and the Company will inform Users of the material terms so that they can review them before purchasing or using such DLC.
3. ③ The right to use DLC and matters concerning its sharing, lending, and transfer between devices depend on the nature of the DLC and the Platform Policies.

1. ① Purchase contracts for the Game and DLC are concluded between the User and the seller in the relevant transaction, such as a platform store (including Nintendo eShop) or a retailer, and payments, cancellations, and refunds are subject to the seller's policies and applicable laws and regulations.
2. ② Cancellation or refund requests for the Game or DLC purchased from a platform store must be submitted to the relevant Platform Provider in accordance with the procedures provided by that Platform Provider.

Users may use the customer support channel set out in Article 3, Paragraph 5, to report bugs in the Game or problems running it, and the Company will make reasonable efforts to identify the cause and fix the issue. Where action by the Platform Provider is required, the Company will direct the User to the appropriate inquiry channel.

1. ① Personal information collected and processed by the Platform Provider in directly operating services such as accounts, stores, and platform authentication may be subject to the Platform Provider's own privacy policy.
2. ② Where the Company directly collects and processes personal information, device identifiers, error diagnostic information, or usage-related information in the course of providing the Game or customer support, the Company processes such information in accordance with its separately provided Privacy Policy (https://shiftup.co.kr/eng/other/privacy.php) and applicable personal information protection laws and regulations.
3. ③ Consent to these Terms does not substitute for any separate consent or notice required under applicable laws and regulations with respect to the processing of personal information.

1. ① If a User engages in any of the Prohibited Acts under Article 9, the Company may, taking into account the nature and severity of the violation, request corrective action, terminate the license, or take legal action.
2. ② When taking any measure under Paragraph 1, the Company will notify the User of the reasons in advance. However, where advance notice is impracticable, such as in cases of illegal copying or an urgent security risk, the Company may take immediate action and notify the User afterward.
3. ③ A User who receives a notice under Paragraph 2 may file an appeal in the manner described in the notice. The Company will give reasonable consideration to the appeal, determine the appropriate restriction measures, and notify the User of its decision.
4. ④ Restrictions, suspensions, and terminations of platform accounts and of rights to use the Game that are managed directly by the Platform Provider are subject to the relevant Platform Policies and the authority of that Platform Provider.

1. ① If a User suffers damage as a result of the Company's willful misconduct or gross negligence, the Company will compensate the User for such damage in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
2. ② If the Company suffers damage as a result of a User's violation of these Terms, the User must compensate the Company for such damage.
3. ③ Except in the event of willful misconduct or gross negligence on the part of the Company, the Company is not liable for damage in any of the following cases:
   1. 1. Where the damage is caused by force majeure, such as natural disasters, war, or large-scale telecommunications failures
   2. 2. Where the damage is caused by the suspension or failure of, or a change in the policies of, a third-party platform, network, or service that the Company does not operate or control, such as the Platform Services or payment processing services
   3. 3. Where the damage is caused by the operating environment or malfunction of the User's gaming device
   4. 4. Where the damage is attributable to the User
   5. 5. Where the damage relates to the use of content provided free of charge, unless otherwise specifically provided by applicable laws and regulations

1. ① The Company may amend these Terms, to the extent permitted by applicable laws and regulations, where there are legitimate grounds to do so, such as changes in applicable laws and regulations or the Platform Policies, security needs, or reasonable changes in the way the Game is provided.
2. ② When amending these Terms, the Company will announce the effective date, the details of the amendment, and the reasons for it on the official website and through in-game notices (such as information screens shown after an update), beginning at least 7 days before the effective date. However, where the amendment is unfavorable to Users or concerns a material matter, the Company will give individual notice at least 30 days before the effective date.
3. ③ If, when giving public or individual notice under Paragraph 2, the Company also states that Users who do not express their rejection by the effective date will be deemed to have agreed to the amendment, and a User nonetheless continues to use the Game after the effective date without expressly rejecting the amendment, the User is deemed to have agreed to the amended Terms.
4. ④ Users who do not agree to the amended Terms may stop using the Game.

1. ① These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Korea.
2. ② In the event of a dispute, the Company and the User will first endeavor to resolve it amicably through the customer support channel (stellarblade_help@shiftup.co.kr), and any lawsuit concerning the dispute will be brought before the court having jurisdiction under the Civil Procedure Act.
3. ③ If any provision of these Terms is invalid or unenforceable under applicable laws and regulations, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect to the extent consistent with the purpose of these Terms.

These Terms will be effective from November 6, 2026.