So, the day in the US is a mere 7 days away
Since I am ridiculously plan-oriented I need to start planning where I will be for the midnight launch, and chances are many of you do too. While I already have my consoles preordered via amazon, I plan to join in on the launch excitement anyhow and will be going to a midnight launch.
Official Playstation Launch Event
In Lieu of the Sony Metreon, here is the big event where Playstation execs and lots of fans will be showing up.
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/11/playstation-4-launch-events-san-francisco-and-more/
Best Buy
Best Buy midnight launch details and store locater can be found at the link
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Video-G...5700050012.c?id=pcmcat295700050012&CMP=ocss_g
GameStop
Sony Store
Unfortunately in 2006, we had the Sony Metreon, the place to be for the PS3 launch. The next best thing is probably the Sony Store, and while there doesn't seem to be any articles online, I have been told in person by employees that many sony stores are expected to have midnight launches.
Edit: "most" Sony stores should be having midnight launches, and will have both prereserved and unreserved consoles available.
Especially exciting, and where I will be for midnight launch, is the Sony Store in century city. Not only does it have line of sight to the Microsoft Store across from it, which I find funny, but I've heard rumors of local sony studios/developers showing up to the launch there. Also, in lieu of the metreon I am secretly hoping for some sony execs.
Wal-Mart
Mentioned online is that certain stores will be holding midnight launches, but no store locater as of yet.
Target
According to the leaked ad, stores will open at 8am. No midnight launches unless you hear otherwise.
EB Games Canada
Midnight launch locator
http://www.ebgames.ca/gs/landing/launch-day/2013/november-15/midnights.htm
Best Buy Canada
Will update the OP as new information becomes available.
Since I am ridiculously plan-oriented I need to start planning where I will be for the midnight launch, and chances are many of you do too. While I already have my consoles preordered via amazon, I plan to join in on the launch excitement anyhow and will be going to a midnight launch.
Official Playstation Launch Event
In Lieu of the Sony Metreon, here is the big event where Playstation execs and lots of fans will be showing up.
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/11/11/playstation-4-launch-events-san-francisco-and-more/
PS4 San Francisco Launch Event
Location:
GameStop
830 Market St, San Francisco
Date/time:
11/14
Activities start at 6:00pm
Activities:
PS4 demos & contests
Wear your PS gear, bring your PS Vita, and show your PlayStation pride.
Food trucks
Giveaways include:
PS4 Grand Prize Pack, which includes a PS4 signed by Jack Tretton, and a Mark Cerny autographed Knack poster
PS Vita Prize Pack, which includes a system and a wealth of games
The Last Of Us Prize Pack, which includes the Post Pandemic Edition, The Last Of Us polo shirt, and The Last Of Us Infected Bust
Tearaway charms
PS4 t-shirts
…and more!
Follow @HeyPlayStation for all of the details on the giveaways and contests
Best Buy
Best Buy midnight launch details and store locater can be found at the link
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Video-G...5700050012.c?id=pcmcat295700050012&CMP=ocss_g
GameStop
Click here for a list of stores: http://www.gamestop.com/gs/landing/events/ps4launch/default.aspx
Join us on Thursday night, 11/14, at 6pm to celebrate the release of the Sony Playstation 4.
Things To Know, Before You Go:
Our doors will open 6pm in most locations, but check with your local store for opening times. This title will be available for pick-up at Midnight.
Between 6pm and midnight is when we finalize your transaction. You will need to go to the register to receive your finalized purchase receipt. Finalizing the transaction is where we take your deposit, partial or full, and create a sale receipt. Our associates will assign you a Guest # to hold a place in line for you when midnight hits.
Don't forget to bring your trade-ins to take advantage of our great trade specials to reduce the price of your game. Everybody likes to save money!
You don't have to arrive at 6pm. You can show up anytime between 6pm and midnight. However, by coming early, you can get your trade-ins and transaction processed sooner and be assigned a Guest # closer to the front of the line.
Our staff will begin organizing our customers into line in Guest # order just before midnight so we will be ready to get you your PS4 purchases as quickly as possible when midnight hits.
Come hang out with our associates and fellow Sony PS4 enthusiasts as we ring in the next generation in video gaming! Our knowledgeable staff will be available all evening to answer any questions that you may have and assist you with any additional purchases. We will have a great selection of PS4 games and accessories to help you get the best gaming gear for your new console.
The Sony PS4 will be available beginning at 12:01am on Friday, 11/15.
Sony Store
Unfortunately in 2006, we had the Sony Metreon, the place to be for the PS3 launch. The next best thing is probably the Sony Store, and while there doesn't seem to be any articles online, I have been told in person by employees that many sony stores are expected to have midnight launches.
Edit: "most" Sony stores should be having midnight launches, and will have both prereserved and unreserved consoles available.
Especially exciting, and where I will be for midnight launch, is the Sony Store in century city. Not only does it have line of sight to the Microsoft Store across from it, which I find funny, but I've heard rumors of local sony studios/developers showing up to the launch there. Also, in lieu of the metreon I am secretly hoping for some sony execs.
Wal-Mart
Mentioned online is that certain stores will be holding midnight launches, but no store locater as of yet.
Target
According to the leaked ad, stores will open at 8am. No midnight launches unless you hear otherwise.
EB Games Canada
Midnight launch locator
http://www.ebgames.ca/gs/landing/launch-day/2013/november-15/midnights.htm
Best Buy Canada
Wurdfurd said:Stores opening at 8am, minimum 25 unreserved (i.e. non preorder customer allocated stock) consoles available per store. It would seem Best Buy has the inventory to fulfill ALL preorders and then some.
The following stores are doing midnight launches, all of which have a minimum of 100 unreserved consoles:
Cambie & 6th Avenue, Vancouver
Bay & Dundas, Toronto
Heartland Town Centre, Mississauga
810 St James Street, Winnipeg
Bay and Dundas is the host for the official launch party, with 250 unreserved consoles available.
Will update the OP as new information becomes available.