Best Buy to host late-night openings for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time launch

Key Highlights

• Pre-order now: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time pre-orders are available now in stores, online or through the Best Buy app.
• Late-night openings: Pick up your order starting at midnight ET (Nov. 5) at nearly all U.S. stores, with openings at 11 p.m. CT, 10 p.m. MT and 9 p.m. PT, 8 p.m. AKT, and 6 p.m. HT on Nov. 4.

The countdown to Hyrule is nearly over. To help fans celebrate The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, one of the most anticipated game launches of the year, nearly all Best Buy stores will open at midnight ET on Nov. 5 so customers can get their hands on the title the moment it's available.

Best Buy stores will also have a limited number of The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 System, copies of the game and The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 Pro Controller available for purchase.

Plan the launch-night adventure

Here's everything gamers need to know ahead of the release:

• Pre-orders are available now: Customers can pre-order The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time now in stores, online or through the Best Buy app.
• Take advantage of in-store pickup: Nearly all U.S. stores will open Nov. 5 at midnight ET - that means 11 p.m. CT, 10 p.m. MT and 9 p.m. PT on Nov. 4. Use our store locator tool to find the closest location to you.
• How to pick up: Already selected pickup for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time? Customers can visit a store during our late-night opening to grab their pre-orders. Customers will receive an email with the option to switch to store pickup.

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