14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Lotte World partners with Nexon for new MapleStory attraction
Three MapleStory-themed attractions to unveil in the first half of 2026
Lotte World, an amusement park in Jamsil, Seoul, has teamed up with Nexon, the publisher of MapleStory, to introduce a new theme zone called "Maple Island."
The attraction, set to open in the first half of 2026, will be the park's first collaboration with external intellectual property for a dedicated theme zone. Previously, the two partnered on a smaller scale, introducing attractions such as World KartRacing (2021) and KartRider Racing World (2022), both based on Nexon's KartRider: Drift IP.
According to Lotte World, Maple Island will feature souvenir shops, food and beverage outlets and photo zones, all inspired by the three universes of the MapleStory game. The new zone will span 1,980 square meters.
The addition of Maple Island will also bring three new attractions to the park, including a rollercoaster and two child-friendly rides.
'Lotte World has become a theme park where imagination comes to life through collaborations with webtoons, games and animations,' said Kwon Osang, CEO of Lotte World. 'With this collaboration with Nexon, we will offer a unique experience that bridges the gap between the online and offline worlds.'
