Last updated: October 2026
Quick answer: G-STAR 2026, Korea’s biggest game show, runs November 19 to 22 at BEXCO in Busan. General (BTC) admission is 100% advance reservation with no on-site sales; reservations opened September 29 on the official G-STAR site and app, at KRW 18,000 for adults and KRW 8,000 for youths, the same as last year. Book your ticket first, then your flight and hotel.
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What Is G-STAR 2026?
G-STAR is Korea’s largest annual game exhibition, held at BEXCO, the convention center in Busan’s Centum City district. The 2026 edition is scheduled for November 19 to 22 (Thursday to Sunday). Korean press coverage and the organizers’ own pre-event announcements, including the exhibitor application notice, point to the same dates. One caveat: a few third-party ticket listings show different dates, so treat the official G-STAR website as the final word before you book anything non-refundable.
For visitors the event has two sides: a consumer show floor where you can try upcoming Korean and international games, and a business area for industry attendees. Most travelers will be in the general-admission (BTC, business-to-consumer) halls.
How Do You Get Tickets?
G-STAR 2026 sells general admission only in advance. According to coverage of the pre-show events, BTC reservations opened on September 29 through the official website and app, with prices of KRW 18,000 (general) and KRW 8,000 (youth), unchanged from last year. There are no walk-up tickets at the door, so a sold-out day means no entry.
Some tickets may require a Korean phone number or app account to complete. If the booking flow stops you at identity verification, check the official site’s English or international guidance before the dates get close, and have a backup plan for the days you want to attend.
How Do You Get to BEXCO?
BEXCO has its own subway stop: take Busan Metro Line 2 to BEXCO Station, which connects straight to the venue. From Haeundae Beach it is a short ride on the same line, and from Busan Station you can reach it in about half an hour with one transfer. If you are arriving from Seoul, our Seoul to Busan transport guide compares KTX, flights and buses, and the Busan travel guide covers what to do around the trip.
If you are flying in from abroad, Gimhae Airport is the closest option, so it is worth comparing flights into Busan✈️ for the show week. Mid-November weekend fares tend to rise as the event nears.
Where Should You Stay?
Hotels around Haeundae and Centum City are the most convenient, and rooms get tighter on show weekends. You can compare Busan hotels for the show dates🏨, or look at a high-end option on the Haeundae waterfront🏨 if you want a base with sea views. Our where to stay in Busan guide breaks down the districts, and if you are in town a little earlier, the Busan International Film Festival guide shows how other autumn events shape the city’s calendar.
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