The hall is packed with gamers eagerly awaiting the reveal. A massive screen dominates one end, and a stage stands center stage. Onstage, a microphone holder reads from a script while tech guys fiddle with consoles. In front of the stage, tables overflow with demos, controllers, and games. People chat excitedly, waiting for the big announcement. I glance at the date on my wristwatch: December 19, 1998. The air is thick with anticipation as someone in a green tunic and hat makes his way to the microphone. He starts talking about time travel and destiny, capturing everyone’s attention instantly. Kids gather around, leaning forward. The demo units click and whirr softly. A few people start playing, fingers dancing over buttons, exploring the vast world unfolding on screens. One guy jumps up in excitement when a character turns to face him directly. Laughter ripples through the crowd as more join in. I slip off my jacket and wrap it around a controller for safekeeping. The announcement of official release date and special edition gets everyone standing and clapping. Today marks not just a game, but an era’s new dawn.