Hello Apple Review Team and Community,
We are requesting expedited review of the bug fix update for App ID 6449141384. Despite multiple appeals and supporting materials submitted, rejections under Guideline 4.1(a) have continued for 12 days, and only 15 days remain until the event ends. Please review the details below.
App Information
- App Name: HungryAliens / QWER x HungryAliens (iOS)
- App ID: 6449141384
Timeline
- May 2: Bug fix update submitted → Rejected under Guideline 4.1(a) (Copycat) → Resubmitted with explanation of why the app is not a copycat
- May 7–8: Rejected again under Guideline 4.1(a) (Copycat) → Resubmitted with detailed explanation and supporting materials
- May 12: Contacted Apple Developer Support to explain the situation and request assistance → No response received to date
- May 13: New build resubmitted → Currently delayed in review
Why This Is Urgent
- This update contains bug fixes for an active, ongoing collaboration event.
- The event ends on May 29 — 15 days from now. If the update is not released before then, players participating in the event will be directly and materially affected.
- Despite multiple appeals and Developer Support inquiries, the review has not been completed after 12 days.
Why This Is Not a Copycat
- This app contains content developed under an official agreement between BY4M STUDIO, Korean idol group QWER, and EggKim
- Chodian, Magenta, Hina, and Siyeon are official members of QWER, and their appearance in the app is based on the collaboration agreement
- The app name "QWER x HungryAliens" is an official title used with QWER's consent
- The official collaboration verification document (PDF) has already been attached to the app review information
- The app is being promoted on QWER's official YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/vI6QCGZ5t0s
What We Are Requesting
- The reason for the delay in reviewing the May 13 submission
- Expedited handling given the May 29 event deadline
Thank you for your time. We look forward to your response.