The Korea Arcade Game Industry Association is set to run the K-ARCADE Pavilion at the '2026 PlayX4', taking place from May 21 to May 24 at KINTEX Exhibition Center 1 in Ilsan.

Supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Creative Content Agency, this joint pavilion aims to shift the public perception of the arcade industry, repositioning it as a wholesome Family Entertainment Center (FEC) for all generations.

The exhibition space features a 120-booth joint arcade zone and a 30-booth redemption arcade zone. Eleven domestic firms are participating, including NiceN2, Daeseung Intercom, Andamiro, Yonsei Amusement, Youngbae, Orakking, Uniana, Ilsung Metal Free, Jjang Co., Commuse, and Haup.

The redemption arcade zone lets visitors win various prizes based on their scores. The Association has promised to enforce strict safety protocols with dedicated staff on-site throughout the event.

Beyond the exhibition, there is a full itinerary to foster industry connections. A press conference on industry vision kicks off on May 21 at 11:00, followed by a seminar at 16:00 titled 'Rediscovery of Space,' covering regulatory improvements and global competitiveness. A networking mixer will run from 18:00 to 20:00.

Yoon Dae-joo, the Association Chairman, noted, "Operating this pavilion is more than just increasing the scale of the exhibition; it is a vital investment to improve the perception of arcade games and build a healthy ecosystem." He added, "The success of our redemption-style model is the cornerstone here. We hope this acts as a springboard for arcade games to regain their footing as a pillar of Korean gaming culture."