The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has revived the midnight game launch – but was it worth the wait?
According to The Guardian, Tom Regan reports from London on the scene outside an Argos store on Oxford Street, where hundreds of fans queued for the midnight release of the 4K Switch 2 remake of the classic 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time'. While digital downloads are the norm today, this global event, spanning from Melbourne to Mexico City, revived the bygone era of midnight launches where enthusiasts gathered for the shared experience of fandom and exclusive collectibles like replica N64 boxes. Despite the long wait and logistical frustrations, the author reflects on the event as a nostalgic return to the communal culture of gaming.

