June 26, 2014 NEXON Co., Ltd. Nexon Announces Publishing Agreement with Canadian Developer United Front Games Further Strengthens Nexon’s Western Footprint TOKYO – June 26, 2014 – NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) (3659.TO), a worldwide leader in free-to-play online games, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Nexon America Inc. (“Nexon America”) has entered into a publishing agreement with United Front Games, the Vancouver-based independent development studio behind the highly successful open-world action-adventure game Sleeping Dogs. Under the terms of the agreement, Nexon America will serve as the exclusive publisher for United Front Games’ upcoming free-to-play title expected in 2015. Additional terms of the partnership were not disclosed. “Nexon brings an unparalleled wealth of knowledge of the growing free-to-play market. We are thrilled to partner with a publisher who has an excellent track record of building direct and meaningful relationships with players,” said Stephen van der Mescht, chief executive officer of United Front Games. “We can’t wait to unveil our new title with Nexon America – we’re confident it’s going to be a smash hit.” United Front Games was founded in 2007 by former members of several leading studios, including Electronic Arts, Rockstar Vancouver and Radical Entertainment. The company has seen significant critical and commercial success with titles including ModNationTM Racers, Sleeping Dogs and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. “We are committed to bringing a new line-up of AAA-quality free-to-play games to the Western market, and our partnership with United Front Games is another step toward achieving this goal,” said Owen Mahoney, president and chief executive officer of Nexon. “United Front Games’ team has a great track record of developing successful titles, and we’re looking forward to showing the world what our combined strengths can create in 2015.” Nexon continues to advance its strategic initiative of expanding its presence in the free-to-play market by partnering with world-class developers to bring quality games to Western audiences. The first product to market will be the upcoming online shooter 1 Dirty Bomb, from London-based Splash Damage, which will launch later this year. Nexon’s recent announcements include a partnership with Robert Bowling’s Robotoki to publish the highly-anticipated Human Element in 2015; a minority stake in Brian Reynolds’ SecretNewCo and worldwide publishing rights to the company’s first game; and an exclusive worldwide, multi-product, multi-year publishing deal with John Schappert’s Shiver Entertainment. About NEXON Co., Ltd. http://company.nexon.co.jp/ NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) (3659.TO) is a worldwide leader in free-to-play online games. Founded in Korea in 1994, Nexon developed one of the world's first graphics-based massively multiplayer online games. Nexon also pioneered the concept of microtransactions and the free-to-play business model, setting a new standard in which play is free, and users have the option to purchase in-game items to enhance their experience. Nexon currently services nearly 60 online games in more than 100 countries and since its founding, Nexon has generated more than 1.4 billion player registrations. The Company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. About United Front Games http://www.unitedfrontgames.com/ Founded in 2007, United Front Games creates high quality games and original IP on many platforms. The studio has shipped critically acclaimed titles such as, ModNationTM Racers, LittleBigPlanet Karting, Sleeping Dogs and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. United Front Games is located in Vancouver, Canada. Contact Information For Nexon Co., Ltd. Gregory Melchior, Corporate PR Team Tel: +81-3-3523-7919 [email protected] For Nexon America Racheal Caswell, Sr. PR Manager (213) 858-5930 [email protected] 2 .