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See what's on now in hongdae →Step into the world of Goddess of Victory: NIKKE at the spectacular 2nd Exhibition, BIG THREE IN THE ARK, held on the 3rd floor of AK Plaza Hongdae in the Space Galleria venue. Running from February 12 through April 12, 2026, this immersive exhibition invites fans and curious tourists alike to explore the rich lore behind one of the most popular mobile RPGs in Asia. The exhibition is themed around NIKKE, The Secret of Its Beginning and is organized into four corporate-themed zones — Elysion, Missilis, Tetra, and Pilgrim — each with its own distinct visual aesthetic and atmospheric soundtrack. As you walk through, you will discover over 100 never-before-seen development artifacts, including abandoned character designs, composition studies for story cutscenes, and iterative concept art showing how some characters went through up to eight design variations before reaching their final forms. One of the standout features is the flip-panel character displays, which reveal hidden background lore and unreleased concept art when you interact with them. There is also a character compatibility quiz where you can find out which NIKKE matches your personality, and a photo zone featuring young Rapi in 2D animation form. Five characters are featured in specially commissioned large-format artworks. The merchandise shop stocks Korean-exclusive products including pillow covers, acrylic dioramas, hoodies, and randomized badge sets. Every visitor receives a random employee ID card featuring iconic characters. Tickets are 20,000 KRW for adults and 18,000 KRW for youth.
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Ask a localTake Seoul Metro Line 2 or Airport Railroad (AREX) to Hongik University (Hongdae-ipgu) Station. Use Exit 4 or 5 — AK Plaza is directly connected to the station. Take the elevator to 3rd floor, follow signs to Space Galleria.




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