Hello everyone, it looks like we're getting just a few days away from the release of the loooong awaited Destiny and I thought I'd post a few tips for those here going to a Midnight launch for the first time.
Tip number one: Scout out your midnight launch store so you know what to bring. It sounds silly, but I fall back on the old boy scouts saying of "Always be prepared" so giving your store a ring before just walking up to it the day before launch is not a bad idea. My game stop only requires I bring a photo ID seeing as I have already payed for my preorder copy but it's not unlikely some stores will want a copy of your destiny receipt showing you are who you say you are so call to make sure and get that shit before too late, besides it's just a good idea to have it anyway! Plus scouting out the store by calling them the day before the midnight launch is a good way to findout if your shop with be hosting any special events pior to everyone lining up to by the game like game tournaments to play for awesome prizes!
Tip number two: For the love of god, bathe. I know this sounds silly but trust me, no one wants to smell your sweaty pits or any of that body odor, leave the stink in the shower before coming out to hang, hell you might make a few new friends at the launch and how rude would it be to make them have to sit (or stand) next to your bad BO?
Tip number three: Play nice and respect your fellow customer! We're all excited to be getting this awesomely awesome game, but PLEASE everyone, don't cut in line, yell at others if they bump into you or do anything that one would consider rude and unnecessary reactions, hell that person you just yelled at might be the guardian who makes the difference between you living or dieing out there in the wild!
Tip number four: See those employees? They're people too so always make sure you follow their rules and behave while you're in their store. Don't knock things over, put things in the wrong place and generally act a fool.
Anyway, that's all the tips I can think of at the moment, if you have any others you'd like to share with me and everyone else just mention them and I will add em to the list!
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How to midnight launch: 1) Go to your store of choice and finalize your purchase the day before release. 2) Show up at midnight the day of release. 3) Go home and play your game.
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Lots o' coffee
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#6) Bring entertainment. Whether it be a friend or a 3DS (there interchangeable), you are going to want something to occupy your mind for the long wait... Especially when you are in a gamestore with some cash on you.