Korea Game Domestic Agent requirements are no longer optional for overseas gaming companies doing business in Korea. If you’re operating without a local office but reaching Korean users, you may fall under Korea’s newly strengthened Game Industry Promotion Act. Effective October 23, 2025, this regulation demands compliance—or you could face fines up to 20 million KRW.
So, how do you know if you’re affected?
Who Must Appoint a Korea Game Domestic Agent?
According to Article 31-2 of the Game Industry Promotion Act, a Korea Game Domestic Agent is mandatory if your business meets any of the following criteria:
1. Revenue Over 1 Trillion KRW
If your last fiscal year’s global revenue exceeded 1 trillion KRW (~USD 750 million), the law applies to you. Welcome to the big leagues—and extra regulations.
2. 100,000+ Monthly Korean Users
Even if your earnings are lower, you’re still covered if your game averaged over 100,000 monthly active users in Korea for the past three months.
3. Game-Related Risk or Harm
If your game caused or may cause substantial harm to Korean users, the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism can designate you as subject to this rule regardless of revenue or users.
Duties of a Korea Game Domestic Agent
Your appointed Korea Game Domestic Agent must:
- Submit reports under Article 31(2) of the Act.
- Ensure proper labeling and classification under Article 33.
- Be clearly listed in user-facing terms and conditions—including name, address, phone number, and email.
Violations by the domestic agent are treated as violations by your company. This means legal liability travels directly up the chain.
Penalties for Noncompliance
Ignoring the requirement to appoint a Korea Game Domestic Agent can lead to fines up to 20 million KRW, and possibly restrictions on your game’s operation in Korea.
Why This Matters
Korea is one of the world’s largest and most active gaming markets. These rules aim to improve consumer protection, prevent user harm, and ensure accountability from global tech companies.
Simon, the managing attorney at Pureum Law Office, has extensive experience serving as a domestic agent under Korea’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). This background makes our firm exceptionally well-prepared to act as your Korea Game Domestic Agent under the Game Industry Promotion Act as well.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner who understands both the regulatory landscape and the practicalities of compliance, feel free to get in touch.
You can reach Simon directly at simon@pureumlawoffice.com.
