Nexon Computer Museum
About This Museum
Believe it or not, I just typed on a keyboard from the 1800s. That's the kind of mind-bending, hands-on history you'll find at the Nexon Computer Museum, a place that feels less like a stuffy archive and more like a playground for your inner nerd. You can trace the entire evolution of digital entertainment, from clunky early PCs to the sleek consoles we know today. The real magic is that almost everything is powered on and waiting for you to press 'start'.
Collection Highlights
Getting to play a round of Bubble Bobble on an original arcade cabinet was a pure joy, but seeing the room dedicated to South Korea's first computers, like the Sambo TS-1000, was unexpectedly moving. Don't miss the massive wall of vintage game boxes—it's a rainbow of 80s and 90s nostalgia.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away on Jeju Island, so it makes for a perfect rainy-day activity away from the beaches. Just be prepared to fight kids (or your friends) for a turn at the Mario Bros. cabinet.
Architecture & Building
From the outside, it's this striking, modern building with sharp geometric lines and vast glass walls that make it look like a tech headquarters, which is pretty fitting.
