The GeForce Gamer Festival in Seoul recently concluded, marking 25 years of GeForce’s presence in Korea. The free event captivated thousands with hands-on gaming experiences, exciting RTX announcements, and a spectacular closing performance by K-pop sensation LE SSERAFIM. NVIDIA co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang also made a surprise appearance, highlighting the vibrant gaming culture.
Key Takeaways
- New Game Reveals: Attendees got a first look at upcoming titles like AION 2 and CINDER CITY.
- Technological Showcases: Demonstrations featured the latest GeForce RTX 50 Series, GeForce NOW cloud gaming, and NVIDIA ACE-powered AI.
- Esports and Entertainment: The festival included a StarCraft exhibition match and performances by K-TIGERS and LE SSERAFIM.
- Special Guest: NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang made a surprise appearance.
Hands-On Gaming and Tech Demos
The GeForce Experience Zone buzzed with activity as attendees eagerly tried out upcoming games such as AION 2 and CINDER CITY. Popular titles were playable on the latest GeForce RTX 50 Series hardware at booths hosted by numerous partners including 11st, Predator, AORUS, Gigabyte, ASUS, ROG, and many others. Visitors also admired custom-built GeForce Garage PCs themed around popular franchises and could purchase exclusive merchandise.
Stage Event Highlights
The live stage event kicked off with a dynamic performance by the K-TIGERS, blending martial arts with K-POP. Game publisher NCSOFT unveiled new trailers for AION 2 and CINDER CITY. A thrilling StarCraft exhibition match between legendary players NaDa and YellOw captivated the audience. KRAFTON then showcased the NVIDIA ACE-powered PUBG Ally, a new AI companion for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, before LE SSERAFIM closed the festival with a memorable performance.
AION 2: Next-Generation MMORPG
NCSOFT’s AION 2, built on Unreal Engine 5, promises an immersive fantasy experience with advanced graphics and new movement mechanics. The game is set for a simultaneous launch in Korea and Taiwan on November 19th, with a global release in 2026. It will feature NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation and NVIDIA Reflex for enhanced performance and responsiveness.
CINDER CITY: Post-Apocalyptic Tactical Shooter
Developed by Bigfire Games, CINDER CITY is a cinematic tactical shooter set in a post-apocalyptic Seoul. Players embark on a quest to find a missing daughter and save humanity. The game will launch in 2026 with day-one support for DLSS 4, DLSS Frame Generation, DLSS Super Resolution, and advanced ray-tracing effects. GeForce NOW will also offer cloud access.
PUBG Ally: AI-Powered Teammate
KRAFTON introduced PUBG Ally, an AI companion for PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS powered by NVIDIA ACE. This Co-Playable Character (CPC) interacts and navigates the game environment like a human, adapting to player commands and situations. An initial user test is planned for early 2026, with support for English, Korean, and Chinese languages.
