Blood of Dawnwalker: Release Times & NZ Trick to Play Early

Ever counted down the minutes to a game's release, only to find it unlocks at 3 AM your time? We've all been there. With Blood of Dawnwalker's launch just around the corner, you're probably wondering when you can finally dive in. Well, wonder no more – we've got the full release schedule for every time zone, plus a sneaky trick to jump the queue.

First things first: the game goes live globally on [release date], but the exact time depends on where you live. The good news is that the developers have confirmed a simultaneous worldwide release, so no one gets it early – unless you know the trick. For our friends in the US, that means a 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET unlock on the West and East Coasts respectively. Over in the UK, it's a 5 PM BST, while Europe sees it at 6 PM CEST. If you're in Australia, get ready for a 2 AM AEST the next day, and for those in New Zealand, it's 4 AM NZST.

But wait – you can actually play earlier than those times, thanks to the infamous New Zealand trick. Here's how it works: if you set your console's region to New Zealand, you can access the game as soon as it hits midnight there, which is several hours before your local release. For example, if you're on the US West Coast, that's a 4 AM PT unlock – a full five hours early. On the East Coast, it's 7 AM ET. In the UK, you'd get it at 12 PM BST, and in Europe, 1 PM CEST. Just remember to change your region back after you've started playing to avoid any issues.

Now, about pre-loading – you'll want to get that done to make sure you're ready to go the second the game unlocks. Pre-loads typically start 48 hours before launch, so keep an eye on your platform's store page. That way, you can avoid the dreaded day-one download and jump straight into the action.

And if you're planning to stream your first playthrough, be aware that there might be a content embargo. The source article didn't specify exact times, but it's worth checking the official rules so you don't accidentally spoil anything for others – or get your stream taken down.

So, will you be using the New Zealand trick to get a head start, or are you a stickler for your local time? Let us know in the comments below!