Which gaming product launch was first to implement a global simultaneous release ('Global Launch') strategy with midnight store openings across different countries?

Test your knowledge about revolutionary product launches in the gaming industry! The most successful game launches don't just release a product - they create cultural phenomena, transform player experiences, and establish new benchmarks for immersion and engagement. This question focuses on a pivotal moment in gaming history that fundamentally altered how games are marketed and experienced by players worldwide.

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Halo 2 (2004)
Final Fantasy VII (1997)
World of Warcraft (2004)
Grand Theft Auto III (2001)