The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is set for release on May 12 for Nintendo Switch. But when, exactly, does the game become available and can you pre-load it? We are still awaiting confirmation on both, but the clues are out there.
A listing on Nintendo’s website states that digital software also sold physically for Switch will “usually” be available starting at 9 PM PT the night before the official release date. If this does indeed apply to Tears of the Kingdom, then it looks like players can jump in starting at 9 PM PT on May 11 and 12 AM ET on May 12.
GameSpot has contacted Nintendo in an attempt to confirm the precision launch time for Tears of the Kingdom’s digital release. GameRant first reported on this.