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15 Jun: Catch up on the latest gaming titles from E3 2021

E3, one of the hottest video game events of the year, returned this year with an entirely digital experience. Over four packed days, we heard from leaders in the gaming industry about what’s coming from all corners of the video game world, including upcoming software releases.

Here’s a quick look at some of our most anticipated titles that are available for pre-order now on BestBuy.com.

What’s even better? Best Buy has exclusive bonuses when you pre-order select titles, like Battlefield 2042, Far Cry 6, Forza Horizon, Halo Infinite, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.

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14 Dec: More Gaming Consoles, 3-Day Sale Arrive Dec. 15

This week is your chance to become the ultimate holiday hero — and to score big on some deals, too!

It all starts Dec. 15, when we will restock our online inventory of this year’s coveted PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. They will go live sometime after 8 a.m. Central Time.

You don’t even have to change out of your pajamas because these consoles will be sold online only. Get your completed order only through curbside pickup.  

That same day, we’re also kicking off our 3-Day Sale, featuring thousands of deals on your favorite tech, including TVs, laptops headphones and more.

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05 Nov: Everything you need to know about getting this year’s new gaming consoles

The countdown is on! One of the biggest weeks in gaming is right around the corner, with Microsoft and Sony both releasing their much-anticipated new gaming consoles just in time for the holiday season.

Xbox Series X and S arrive on Nov. 10 and PlayStation 5 arrives on Nov. 12.

Here’s everything you need to know about getting your hands on a new console this year.  

Haven’t pre-ordered yet? Don’t worry

If you haven’t pre-ordered a new console yet, you still might be able to get your hands on one — but only on BestBuy.com.

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11 Aug: Gamers Embrace Online Connections During Pandemic

As many people struggled with how to remain socially connected during a time of social distancing, Phillip England found solace in the fictional worlds — and real-life connections — of online gaming.

For Phillip, a Geek Squad Agent in Arizona, that wasn’t a big change from his routine prior to COVID-19. The avid gamer would regularly conquer missions on Arma 3, a military game that led him to collaborate with players from around the world, many of whom he now calls friends.

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02 Mar: NJ Blue Shirt follows his esports dreams

UNION CITY, NEW JERSEY — Sometimes in life, we have to fail to succeed. Just ask Justin Howell, an aspiring esports basketball star from New Jersey.

After getting passed over in the 2019 NBA 2K League Draft, Justin doubled down. He practiced more, built a support network and changed his mindset. 

What a difference a year makes.

On Feb. 22, Wizards District Gaming picked Justin, 19, in the second round of the 2020 draft. He was one of 229 players vying for 68 open roster spots in the 21-team esports league.

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30 Apr: Preorder Oculus Quest, Oculus Rift S at Best Buy Now

The latest in virtual reality is so close you can almost touch it.

Today, Oculus announced that its two newest VR devices, Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift S, will be available to purchase starting May 21.

Oculus Quest is the company’s first all-in-one VR gaming system that’s both powerful and portable. The cutting-edge system delivers a truly untethered VR experience without wires or the need to connect to a PC, allowing you to pick up and play almost anywhere.

For those with a Windows 10 PC and a PC gaming graphics card, Oculus Rift S gets you into the most immersive content VR has to offer, with improved optics and a higher-resolution display.

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08 Mar: Here are 4 ways to level up on Mario Day

From his stylish overalls to that handsome mustache, Nintendo’s Mario is not just a true original of the gaming world, he’s a full-on legend.

Every year, March 10, or Mar10, is celebrated as “Mario Day” (get it? Mar10 looks like MARIO!) and Nintendo fans worldwide will celebrate by powering up their gaming consoles and taking on Bowser and his minions. But aside from saving the Mushroom Kingdom and chasing down those gold coins, our team at Best Buy wanted to give you four additional ways to pay homage to our favorite superhero.

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27 Feb: New Pokémon Sword, Pokémon Shield coming to Nintendo Switch

Nintendo is taking Pokémon trainers on a new adventure.

The company just announced two new games for Nintendo Switch coming in late 2019: Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.

The next adventure takes place in the new Galar region, where people and Pokémon live in a variety of environments — contemporary cities, vast plains and snowy mountains. Together, you and the Pokémon will explore the region, visit new gyms and challenge other eager trainers to claim victory.

Three new Pokémon are also available for trainers to select as their trusty partner as they venture out into the Galar region.

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13 Jun: 6 buzzworthy new titles on display at E3

E3, the biggest video game expo around, opened its doors Tuesday in Los Angeles to thousands of eager fans. So we’re at the Los Angeles Convention Center to get some sneak peeks at the most anticipated titles coming this year.

Here are six E3 highlights you need to know:

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Unsure if your favorite fighter would be included in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? Rest easy.

Nintendo has made sure that everyone will be joining in on the action.

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07 Dec: Nintendo Family Fun Demo Day Will Be at 100+ Best Buy Stores

If you’re thinking about swinging by Best Buy this Sunday, you might want to bring the whole family along.

More than 100 Best Buy stores will celebrate Nintendo Family Fun Demo Day on Dec. 10. (Click here to find a store near you.)

From noon to 3 p.m. local time, you and your family can try out some of this holiday season’s hottest games. Play Super Mario Odyssey on Nintendo Switch and Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon on Nintendo 3DS, and score Nintendo prizes when you demo.

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31 Oct: 600+ Best Buy Stores to Open Late for ‘Call of Duty: WWII’ Release

The next chapter in the Call of Duty series launches this week, and you can pick it up at Best Buy as soon as it’s released at midnight ET.

More than 600 U.S. Best Buy locations will be opening simultaneously at 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 3, so you can play Call of Duty: WWII all night long. That means 9:01 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2, for those on West Coast; 10:01 p.m. for gamers on Mountain Time and 11:01 p.m.

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09 Oct: Best Buy Qualifier Wins Nintendo World Championships

Besting 23 opponents in games of the past and present, Thomas “Ito” Gonda of California won the Nintendo World Championships over the weekend in New York City.

Thomas — a 21-year-old computer science student at San Diego State University — unseated defending champion John “Numbers” Goldberg during a best-of-three final series of Super Mario Odyssey on the Nintendo Switch console.

The victory ended his status as a lifelong runner-up, Thomas said.

The Nintendo World Championships, held Oct. 7, featured head-to-head competition on games like Mario Party 2 and Donkey Kong Country Returns.