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Jump into the Epic Journey (Trailer)

Description

In September 2021, Hyundai, in collaboration with the ad agency Innocean, launched the innovative digital and film campaign 'Jump into the Epic Journey (Trailer)' across Germany, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. This groundbreaking initiative introduced the Hyundai Mobility Adventure on Roblox, marking the first virtual experience content created by an automotive brand within the metaverse. Designed to engage a tech-savvy, younger audience, the campaign invites users to immerse themselves in a futuristic mobility lifestyle by exploring a dynamic virtual world. Participants can create personalized avatars and virtually drive an array of Hyundai’s popular vehicles and cutting-edge mobility solutions, including advanced robotics. The open beta service enriches the user journey further by offering the opportunity to collect exclusive items, partake in spectacular events, and enjoy ongoing interactive experiences that extend beyond traditional automotive advertising. Through this digital ecosystem, Hyundai positions itself not only as a leader in automotive innovation but also as a pioneer in integrating mobility with digital culture and emerging virtual platforms. By leveraging Roblox’s expansive user base and immersive capabilities, the campaign effectively bridges the gap between physical and digital experiences, showcasing Hyundai’s vision for future mobility in an engaging, playful, and forward-thinking manner. The 'Jump into the Epic Journey' campaign harnesses the power of storytelling within a metaverse context to build brand affinity, drive awareness, and stimulate excitement for Hyundai’s mobility solutions among diverse international markets. This strategic approach highlights Hyundai’s commitment to innovation while enhancing its brand presence through a highly interactive and culturally relevant platform, setting a new standard for automotive marketing in the digital age.

Credits

Client

Hyundai

Agency

Innocean

Production House

Walk ing in M ind

Creative Director

Jinwoong Heo

Art Director

Dongpil Park, Jaewoo Kim

Copywriter

Haegun Seung, Junkyu Kim

Account Management

Euisung Ha, Yunjo Hwang, Gapryeol Han

Director

Hansang Cho

Producer

Chungseob Kim, Sanghyun Park

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